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The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is the National apex body of the tourism industry. It has over 1600 members covering all segments of Tourism Industry. Established in 1982, IATO today has international acceptance, and linkages. Read more

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  • IATO Training Programme on Digital Marketing – Workshop on DOUBLE YOUR LEADS 
  • IATO Training programme on 24th - 25th April, 2019
  • Training programme in April 2019
  • Exemption of Tourist Vehicles from election duty for the members of IATO and ITTA
  • IATO-MOT Outreach Program
  • Amendments in rules for e-Tourist and e- Business Visa  -  E-Visa Amendment to ch-2 e-Visa of the Visa Manual
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  • Inclusion of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the list of countries whose nationals are eligible for e-Visa Scheme with Immediate effect   
  • Revised Record Note of Discussions of IATO Active Members Meeting held on 13th March 2019 at JW Marriott, Aerocity, New Delhi
  • IATO Interactive Luncheon Meeting, on Wednesday, the 3rd April 2019 at 1130 hours at The Lalit Hotel, New Delhi 
  • Record Note of Discussions of IATO Active Members Meeting held on 13th March 2019 at JW Marriott, Aerocity, New Delhi
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  • Amendment in Chapter 2-"e-Visa" of the Visa Manual
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  • Regarding Special Extra Baggage rates for the IATO members by IndiGo
  • REMINDER: IATO Interactive Luncheon Meeting, on Wednesday, the 6th February 2019 at 1130 hours at the Eros Hotel, Nehru Place New Delhi
  • Celebration of IATO Annual Day on Sunday, the 17th February 2019
  • Regarding availability of space in India Pavilion for participation in Travel Fairs/Marts scheduled from December 2018 to March 2019
  • IATO Interactive Luncheon Meeting, on Wednesday, the 6th February 2019 at 1130 hours at the Eros Hotel, Nehru Place New Delhi
  • Bengal Travel Mart (BTM) - 2019
  • Implementation of e-Visa Scheme at Bhubaneswar Airport.
  • Participating in the 41st International Tourism Fair of Belgrade
  • Invitation for Odisha Travel Bazaar 22-24 March 2019 at Bhubaneswar
  • Implementation of e-Visa Scheme at Port Blair Airport.
  • Referral Transport Tariff w.e.f. 01 January 2019 
  • Regarding Transport Tariff
  • Special Conference Delegate Fee for IATO members for PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart, Rishikesh 
  • Invitation for Workshop on Andhra Pradesh: Building a Global Tourism Destination on Friday, the 11th January 2019 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
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  • Update on Transport Issue 
  • Museums/exhibits to be included in the tourist itineraries
  • Booking of Booths for ITB Berlin, 6-10 March, 2019
  • Ministry of Tourism participation in the New York Times Travel Show (NYTTS)
  • Special Extra Baggage rates for the IATO members by IndiGo
  • Regarding Transport Issue
  • Adventure & Travel Show India, 5 – 6 January 2019 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi
  • Moscow International Travel & Tourism Exhibition - MITT 2019
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  • Invitation for presentation on City Kumbh-2019 at Prayagraj.
  • Use of IATO, ITTA (Transport Operator) or MoT approved Transport Operators 
  • Incredible India Road Shows in Middle East from 6 – 8 January 2019
  • Fam tour for IATO members to Kurukshetra on 18th December 2018 during International Gita Mahotsav
  • IATO’s suggestions on Hassle Free Visa Regime and Visa Fee
  • Notification regarding additional entry fee to existing entry fee for entry to Main Mausoleum of Taj Mahal (Part of Taj Mahal) w.e.f 10 December 2018
  • Important issues pending with the Ministry
  • Preventing Sexual Harassment at the Workplace
  • Regarding Registration as Seller for PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart 2019   
  • Participation in forthcoming travel fairs/ exhibitions in Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia 
  • IATO Interactive Luncheon Meeting on Wednesday, the 5th December 2018 at 1130 hours at Siddharth Hotel, New Delhi
  • PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart 2019
  • Food & Wine Expo Gold Coast 2019 - India Tourism Singapore
  • Jammu & Kashmir Government order regarding Chadder Trek 
  • Availability of space in India Pavilion for participation in Travel Fairs/Marts
  • Calling off of Strike called by Drivers’ Union
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  • Notice of closure of Taj Mahal for General Public from 0900 to 1130 hours on 7th November 2018
  • Buddhist International Travel Mart (BITM) on 10-12 Jan 2019 in Lumbani, Nepal
  • Amendment to Chapter 20 of Visa Manual pertaining to Bangladesh Nationals
  • Inclusion of Madurai in the list of entry points for E-Visa holders
  • Reminder - Invitation for B2B deliberations and Presentation on Luxurious Tents during Kumbh Mela - 2019
  • Request for Wide publicity to National Police Memorial set up in Delhi.
  • Odisha Ecotourism Workshop on Wednesday, 24th October 2018 
  • Invitation for B2B deliberations and Presentation on Luxurious Tents during Kumbh Mela - 2019
  • Invitation for Workshop on Odisha Ecotourism on Wednesday, the 24th October 2018 at New Delhi
  • World Travel Mart (WTM) 5th – 7th November 2018
  • Regarding Restricted Area Permit(RAP) regime in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
  • Annual General Meeting, Monday, the 15th October, 2018 at 1130 hours at The Park Hotel, New Delhi
  • Thank you for making your 34th IATO Convention a Grand Success at Novotel Hotel, Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) from 6th  -9th September, 2018.
  • Important Information – 34th  IATO Annual Convention, 6 - 9 September 2018,  Vishakhapatnam
  • Tentative Programme - 34th IATO Annual Convention, 6 - 9 September 2018, Vishakhapatnam
  • Request from Chief Minister of Kerala to donate to help victims of floods in Kerala
  • Reminder-Registration Details – 34th IATO Annual Convention, 6th – 9th  September 2018, Vishakhapatnam
  • Incredible India Road Shows in Russia & Nordic Countries
  • Invitation for Road Shows for promotion of North and North East in Chandigarh on 26th July, 2018 
  • Important Guidelines/Advisory for movement of foreign tourists in the tribal area of Odisha
  • Regarding Amendments in E-Visas
  • Letter from Secretary (Tourism) , Govt. of India
  • Distribution of brochures etc.  on Yoga and Ayurveda Tourism on 4 May 2018
  • IATO Interactive Luncheon Meeting, on Wednesday, the 9th May 2018 at 1130 hours at The Leela Ambience, Gurgaon  
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With their nation-wide networks and supportive infrastructure, IATO members can help to organise tours anywhere in India. Moreover, since IATO itself closely monitors the level of service offered by these members, the quality is always kept high. Uniformity in price, timeliness in delivery and optimality in service - are the hallmarks of ALL IATO members. So, being an overseas tour operator, if you associate with an IATO member, you are assured of value-for-money services for your customers and thereby, retain the trust they bestow upon you. Alliance with an IATO member means getting better exposure and increasing business!

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Parvez Khan of Indian Journey is a talented tour organizer and thoughtful human being. Parvez arranged a five-person, 24-day trip that included Delhi, Rajasthan, Agra, Varanasi, and Kerala that was utterly delightful and seamless. Despite his smiling presence and calm demeanor, I knew he worked hard behind the scenes to handle every detail to make sure everything went smoothly.

Two couples and long time friends booked a trip starting in Goa, driving to Hampi, then flying to Madurai. We again had a driver and explored world heritage sites from Kancheepuram to the backwaters of Kerala. Hotels were excellent and importantly so were our driver who were experienced and spoke good English. Our agent was always available by phone and always helpful the few times needed. Trip could not have been better. Recommend without reservation.

From 2014 to 2018 I’ve done 3 tour in India Rajasthan, South India, Varanasi, Amritsar, and I’m going to have the fourth. I like India and I’m strictly joint with this country. I went in contact with Parvez and Indian Journey in a wonderful period I was in India to adopt my daughter and since then Parvez-Bahi was for me not only the best travel agent ever known but over all he was a brother an angel who protected me and my family and friends, in India.

We used Indian Journey this month for a Golden Triangle itinerary. Without a doubt, every driver, guide, and representative were top notch and immediately available via text, phone, or Whataspp (preferred).

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Our third trip with Indian Journey was as memorable as ever. We have previously used Parvez (INDIAN JOURNEY) for touring Rajasthan and then a year later Amritsar, Shimla & Manali. All hotel bookings were good , Pawan our Driver was superb (we had him for 15 days in this last road trip). I have yet to come across a more decent and polite travel organisation in India, where the emphasis is on service and well being of the customer with very good prices.

This trip we did this time was Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and finally Udaipur. We stayed 2 nights at each location.

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The holy, mystical land of Nepal that holds the mysteries of nature, mankind and mountains is a land-locked nation between Tibet and India. The birthplace of Buddha and the shrine of holy temples build a significant aura around this country. The trails of Everest, a mountaineers dream and a trekker’s goal, all welcome the energetic travelers to explore Nepal to find their match to quench their adventure thirst.

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Bhutan is a land of tradition, culture and mythological mysteries. Yet, one of the most memorable factors of this land are its people that leave a mark right in the heart, merely by a soft stroke of warm smiles. Experience pleasant greetings of fresh mountain air, clean roads, zero pollution, zero traffic, a simple yet beautiful culture and happy, content people in Bhutan.

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Veena World – an Indian travel company excels in inbound tours India. There are also domestic & international tour packages including guided group tours, exclusive customized holiday packages available online, speciality tours, corporate MICE travel. Our vision is to provide exclusive and tailor made tours to our guests in India and around the world. Our Speciality Tours such as Women’s Special, Singles, Seniors’, Honeymoon and Weekend Tours have differentiated our product offering in the travel industry both in the domestic as well as the international sector.

At Veena World we create the perfect customized holiday packages for you with carefully chosen unique experiences to encourage inbound tourism in India. Offering a bespoke and superior service which requires first-hand knowledge, expertise and a personal touch is our forte. Enjoy the flexibility of tailor made tours and choose a daily programme that suits your requirement with our incredible India tours. Whether you are planning a honeymoon, a fun holiday with your family or simply want to get away from the mundane routine, we offer you inbound tour packages for every reason and every season. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself at off-beat destinations enjoying exclusive experiences and having the time of your life with adrenalin-packed adventure activities or delectable local cuisines clubbed together as your personalized holiday packages! Because that’s what we are here for… We are here to realize all your vacation dreams and transform them into massive incredible India tours! At Custom Holidays, be rest assured, your wish is our command.

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Golden Triangle, one of the most travelled route in India consist of 3 great destinations - Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Go for our golden triangle tours India that starts from Delhi, the capital city of India and show you around places like Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Taj Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Amer Fort, City Palace, and Jai Mahal Palace and among others. But this is one of the best ways to taste the significance of rich heritage and culture like never before. See the world famous Taj Mahal in Agra in the next leg of this journey and be mesmerized by one of the wonders of the world which is also doubled as a symbol of love around the world. Next explore the heritage city of the royalty – Jaipur and that’s how the golden triangle tours India conclude!

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If you are planning to take religious tours in India, we are here to help! India is a multi-religious nation and there are several religions that have flourished here in perfect harmony since ages continue to fascinate the onlooker. Whether it is the Buddhist pilgrimage tours or the Hindu temple tours in India, visiting mosques or the ancient churches that are housed here; religious tours in India will offer you quite a variety. The options available here are plenty with each a little more fascinating than the other. Religious tours in India have more to them than just a visit to the holy shrines. Located across some of the most historic quarters of the country; they will also facilitate you to relish on a heritage sojourn of this beautiful country.

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Beach tours in India are a fantastic way to spend your holidays. No other place can offer you a rejuvenating experience as tranquil and as relaxed as the beach tours in India. Sun kissed silvery beaches, coconut and palm trees swaying rhythmically to the cool breeze, and turquoise waters caressing your souls; if these defined your perfect holiday idea too, take the amazing beach tours in India. Goa, Lakshadweep, Kerala, Maharashtra and several more destinations with their tropical beaches wait to play your perfect host on India beach tours.

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State Express Tours Pvt. Ltd ., a leading travel agency and tour operator in India specialising in inbound tours gives you an insight into “Incredible India”. With an experience of more than three decades, we are today recognised as the best destination management company to provide all kind of travel and tour packages to visit India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Bhutan. Our reputation is built not only on experience and expertise, but also imagination, flexibility & innovation, high quality service standards and our zeal to exceed all expectations. 

Indian sub-continent is a very interesting but complex destination and that is why, you need a specialist who has in-depth knowledge of the destination. We can meet all the challenges and our commitment to leaving nothing to chance gives all our guests an experience of their lifetime. State Express has reputation for providing exceptional personalised as well as highly professional and service to individual traveller, Groups and special inbound tour operators in India.

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we offer a wide range of choices for hotels depending on one’s interest and budget. We offer our client luxurious accommodation in old palaces where you feel no less than kings or offer you clean and comfortable hotels which offer very good value for money. We inspect these hotels regularly to ensure quality and comfort. We also put lot of emphasis on family run heritage hotels for a more intimate experience.

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Over a million foreign tourists visit India every year and the number is likely to increase. As an inbound tour operator in India , our aim is to cover maximum destinations on our list of Inbound tours. We have simply divided our Inbound tours into five Categories.

Heritage & Cultural Tour of India

It is a combination Tour of Rajasthan Tour along with North of India Tour. Total duration of this Complete tour is 3 weeks which is customizable before the tour start or after the tour end, as per your choice.

Heart of India Tour

As per our philosophy North of India is the Heart of India. This North India Inbound Tour offer you the glimpse of northern India main destinations. Total duration of the tour is around 10 days which is also customizable as per your further plan.

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We believe that South of India is real soul of Indian Cultural and traditions. It is land of temples, exotic beauty & Ayurveda. There are so many places which one can not miss to visit the life time. Duration of the tour is around 13 days.

Heart & Soul of India

This is a unique tour in itself which is combination of two different tours. It is one of its own kind of tour offered by any travel company. Total duration of the tour is around 23 days.

We have specially design this tour for the travelers, who wants to discover India in one go. All major sights and destinations are carefully suggested during designing of the itinerary, so that our guests do not miss anything important during the tour.

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This tour itinerary is offer you the cover all major places and top destinations of north India, which no one wants to miss while travelling to north India. Total duration of this tour is around 13 days.

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Our promise as a best inbound tour operator of India is: Let you discover real India into Indian culture and way of life.

India has been a spectacular travel destination since ancient times. India lead to everyone to peace and tranquility.

In north the royalty and heritage of Rajasthan, to hustle-bustle Delhi and its monuments. From breath talking Taj-Mahal to erotic temples of Khajuraho and the most ancient living holy city Varanasi.

In South beautiful temples, cultural activities, ancient tradition which are still applicable at homes. traditional dance forms and the local people’s life, traditional arts and paintings to heritage villages, mesmerizing beauty of Kerala and its backwater.

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Presently Vimianos Travel have local repetitive in UK, France, Netherlands, Italy, Germany, Malaysia & still growing on..

Conclusion – India is a Country and a continent in the form of a triangle, like an auspicious Yantra , which is a pattern of cosmic energy that unfolds new vistas of the grandest scenic beauty and cultural, spiritual and ideological concepts.

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With emergence of India as a tourist pivot in the world, new tourist agencies are arising on the horizon of tourism industry. In this throat-cutting era, it is hard to find out reliable tourist companies which can put your comfort on top.

Most of the tourists and pilgrims regret their decision for relying on big names as their grass-root managements put convenience of pilgrims and tourists at stake. So, it is good to judge primary managements rather than judging names of company.

Thus, Holy Voyages has emerged with experience of serving inbound tourists for tourist destinations.

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  • We have best destination level managements. In almost most of the pilgrimage destination in India we are the DMC .
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  • We have our main office in Varanasi and branch branches offices at Bodhgaya , Allahabad , Patna , Lucknow and Delhi/NCR , which are major Hindu, Buddhist and Jain tourist destinations along with other type of tours.
  • We offer every budget fitted tour packages due to availability of wide range of services which is gained through native networks.
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India has been great attraction for several tourists and travellers from ancient times. We offer cultural tour to reveal the hidden aspects of Indian Culture. Cultural Aspects covered in our tour packages are following:

  • Fairs :- Fairs like Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan , Sonpur Cattle Fair in Bihar and others
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  • Festivals organized by state :- Festivals organized by state like Taj Festival in Agra , Ganga Mahotsav in Varanasi
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Holy Voyages manages and offers all kind of tour packages that relates to any religion in India. We offer ritual tour packages for pilgrims and tourists of religion. It may be Hinduism tour packages in India , Buddhism sector tour packages in India , Jainism tour packages in India and Islamic tour packages in India .

We manage various ceremonial proceedings in accordance with religion from Hindu Marriages to Pind-Daan/ Asthi Visarjan. We also offer tour packages to Muslim Pilgrimage sites of India like Ajmer Sharif Khwaza Moinuddin Chishti Dargah Urs Festival.

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  • We also manage events as we are specialized in MICE and Destination Management.
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  • Pilgrimage Tour with Rituals in Varanasi , Char-Dham , Ajmer Sharif , Buddhist sector like- Bodhgaya , Sarnath , Kushinagar , Vaishno Devi, Baidyanath Dham, Hinduism Sector like Kashi Allahabad Ayodhya Chitrakoot Naimisharayan , Chapaya, Bodhgaya Baidyanath Dham etc.
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India has rich cultural heritage with lots of heritage sites included in UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Holy Voyages offers Heritage Tour Packages for these destinations Like Agra , Lucknow , Varanasi , Rajgir / Nalanda and many more. We also offer heritage walk tour in Varanasi / cycle tour in Varanasi for those who wish not to leave even a single entity of Indian heritage unseen.

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Dubai Tourism CEO on the Power of Bollywood, Indian Visas and Cricket

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India is one of Dubai's most important markets both culturally and touristically. Issam Kazim wants to bring the two closer in any way he can.

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Dubai Tourism CEO Issam Kazim joked that Dubai is an Indian city.

Speaking at Skift India Summit 2024 on Wednesday in Gurugram, India, Kazim had a point. Dubai and India are closely linked when it comes to Indians living in Dubai, as well as cultural and travel ties. Much of Dubai’s modern success as a tourism hub grows out the many Indians choosing to stay there.

Since 2015, India has reigned as Dubai’s largest inbound travel market, with around 2.5 million Indians coming into Dubai in 2023. The emirate runs 75 flights a day to and from India, which, although, according to Kazim, that’s still not enough.

“There is a surge in demand for Dubai from India,” he said. “The culture between India and the UAE is so strong. The historical relationship is so strong. It’s natural for a lot of Emiratis to speak Hindi fluently.”

In February, Dubai introduced a five-year multiple-entry visa for inbound Indian travelers, with visas being one of the best ways Dubai can demonstrate its intent to push travel.

Kazim explained: “We’ve rolled out many visas. We want people here for weekend getaways, sports, tourism. We want people here. We have a lot of visiting friends and relatives travel as well.”

He cited visas as an example of governmental-private sector collaboration.

“The government leads the way and the private sector follows. We have a constant dialogue with the private sector on how we can make their lives smoother,” he said “Visa policies are an example of that.”

Big on Bollywood

In 2022, Dubai Tourism launched a global campaign with Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan to promote the emirate and its travel spots. The video has attracted 10 million views.

According to Kazim, Bollywood stands as a huge travel generator for Dubai, serving as an “organic” way to drive interest.

“Bollywood has done a lot for Dubai,” Kazim said. “It’s more than just SRK (Shah Rukh Khan, India’s biggest movie star) as well. Dubai was always mentioned positively by India, there’s a positive synergy. SRK has that organic energy. There’s no act that he likes Dubai — he genuinely does.”

“Bollywood goes well beyond the boundaries of India,” he said. “Same in Middle East, same in Europe, same in U.S.”

India Premier League

Rumors cropped up earlier this month that the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) could be moved to Dubai in April and May.

IPL was held in the UAE in 2020 across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah as India was badly hit by the pandemic at that time.

Kazim did not confirm the claim, but saidt: “Dubai has always hosted IPL games, we know the importance of it for the India communities.”

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A growing number of travel operators are undergoing the B Corp certification process, which can offer insight into a company’s environmental and social initiatives.

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Tanya Dohoney has worked on sustainability initiatives for decades. A retired attorney from Texas now living in Paris, she even started the recycling program for her workplace. When it comes to travel, she also values environmentally and socially responsible companies, which led her to choose Intrepid Travel , a certified B Corp company, for a tour in Morocco in 2019.

The sheer number of sustainability certifications for the travel and tourism industry is almost overwhelming and certainly confusing. Certified B Corp enterprises must meet standards set by B Lab , a Pennsylvania-based nonprofit founded in 2006 that awards for-profit companies with certifications for social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability. It can take years — and thousands of dollars — to achieve this accreditation. Globally, there are only 62 certified B Corps in the travel industry and 76 in accommodation and hospitality.

“When you see the B Corp logo, I know it’s been at least semi-vetted,” Ms. Dohoney, 64, said. “I do worry about greenwashing, but you have to start somewhere.”

Other travelers, increasingly concerned about the environmental and social impact of their planes, trains, food waste and more, feel the same way, and a growing number of travel operators are undergoing the B Corp certification process, joining multimillion dollar brands like Patagonia and Athleta, to differentiate themselves from competitors.

Aurora Expeditions , a small ship tour operator focused on polar travel, became certified in 2024, joining other travel companies like the lodging company Sawday’s , and tour companies Selective Asia and Byway . But Hayley Peacock-Gower, Aurora’s chief marketing officer, said the company has focused on sustainable travel since its inception.

“Much of this work we were already doing, but we have now committed to much more accountability and made a legal agreement to sustainability,” she said, adding that Aurora also amended the company’s constitution and formalized internal policies as part of the B Corp process.

What’s the certification process?

Companies are scored on five criteria — governance, workers’ rights, community impact, environmental impact and “stewardship of its customers” — and must achieve an assessment score of 80 or above to pass B Lab’s “Impact Assessment.” Once approved, a company must pay an annual fee based on gross annual revenue and location. For U.S.-based enterprises, this ranges from $2,000 for companies with under $500,000 in gross annual revenue to $50,000 for companies with revenue from $750,000 to $1 billion. (Some organizations, like those owned by women or veterans, can also qualify for discounted fees .)

“B Corp certification offers tourists confidence that they’re visiting and using providers that are responsible,” said Jorge Fontanez, chief executive at B Lab for the United States and Canada.

With more than 2,909 employees, Intrepid Travel is the largest B Corp in the travel industry, earning its certification in 2018.

“When there is so much green fatigue and so many certifications, it’s really hard to discern what’s best,” said Mikey Sadowski, Intrepid’s vice president of global communication. “We felt that B Corp really did have this disproportionate edge and level of trust.”

To meet B Corp standards, Intrepid, which offers trips in 120 countries on seven continents, focuses on initiatives like hiring local guides, sourcing local ingredients and materials, and reducing carbon emissions by planning train-based itineraries — instead of using air transit — when possible.

The Australia-based company recently completed its B Corp re-certification, which in 2024 includes an annual fee of 51,750 Australian dollars ($33,625) and another 900 Australian dollars ($585) for a submission fee, Mr. Sadowski said. For their original certification in 2018, the company also paid a one-time verification fee of 14,500 Australian dollars ($9,573).

Who gets left out?

While this certification can offer insights into a company’s environmental and social initiatives — and perhaps maximize profits, by winning the business of like-minded travelers — these tours and accommodations are often geared toward customers with deep pockets.

For budget travelers or those of less economic means, it can be challenging to find affordable travel companies with B Corp certifications.

“The reality is, B Corps generally skew to the luxury side of the market. And the idea of having any B Corp hostels, for example, is very rare,” said Nick Pinto, a 31-year-old Colorado-based marketing manager who spends several months a year working and traveling abroad.

Mr. Pinto calls himself a “budget conscious traveler” and has found he’s priced out of B Corp accommodations.

“It’s tricky because you want programs like B Corp to be inclusive to create a broader movement,” he said. Mr. Pinto recently spent several weeks in Mexico, but had noted that there were only two certified B Corp hotels in the county.

A third company, Hoteles BF , has since been certified.

What other certifications are out there?

Plenty, along with guidelines, verifications and “ecostars.” The last, a certification doled out by the for-profit Ecostars , evaluates hotels’ environmental impact per visitor stay. This certification, free to receive and apply for, is a fully digital process that takes two days on average to receive. Other certifications gauge sustainability efforts for short-term accommodations, tour groups and other subsectors of the travel industry.

To receive certification from the 1% for the Planet nonprofit, which was co-founded by the Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard and Craig Mathews, of Blue Ribbon Flies, a fly-fishing outfitter, member companies must commit to donating 1 percent of their gross proceeds to environmental organizations. Annual dues start at $500.

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council nonprofit, which includes among its members government tourism boards, travel companies, tour operators and N.G.O.s, vets sustainability certificates.

Organizations also rely on guidelines and resolutions issued by the United Nations as part of the entity’s sustainable development agenda . The guidelines call for biodiversity and climate action initiatives, as well as energy efficiency and renewable energy usage in accommodations. Courses and webinars, which are free to enroll in and to view, charge a per-course fee of 49 euros ($53) if a user wants to complete assignments and receive a certificate of completion.

Many tour operators and travel companies have additionally announced efforts to reach net carbon neutrality, but carbon offsets have been shown to rarely capture or reduce real emissions, or reduce future emissions. The tour operator Run the Alps used to offset the flight emissions for travelers coming to its tours, but the company is re-evaluating the practice.

“Offsetting is not the panacea we hoped it was,” said Hillary Gerardi, the sustainability director at Run the Alps. “We’re trying to move from being good to doing good, which means beyond reducing our footprint, we’re trying to leave some positive impact in our community.”

The tour operator is a member of 1% for the Planet and works with the local research center and citizen-science organizer, CREA Mont Blanc .

But even when a travel company is committed to sustainability, B Corp certification can be a big ask for smaller operations.

“We’re entirely aligned with B Corp status, but up until this year, we were a really tiny company. The certification and process would have been too onerous,” said Doug Mayer, the company’s founder.

But with the company’s growth, Mayer is considering taking the step.

“I can see it coming up for us,” he said.

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