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About Explorations Inc.
We believe our trips help provide much needed income to the developing countries involved and such tourism also promotes preservation of natural resources and cultural traditions that may otherwise be lost under the pressures of the modern world. Explorations, Inc. is committed to providing quality adventure travel experiences and excellent personal service. By means of informal education and well paced travel, our goal is to facilitate a better understanding of the natural world and of cultures past and present. Explorations of distant places may not only teach us more about different cultures, we may also learn more about ourselves!
Explorations Inc. is licensed and registered with the State of Florida as a Seller of Travel, since 1992. The phone number for the Florida Department of Commerce is 850-992-2966 and our SOT registration number is 15176. We are also registered in California as Seller of Travel #2021110-40. We are also a TSI Member of IATAN (International Airlines Travel Agent Network). An escrow account for trip payments is available - call for details. Additional professional and client references are available upon request and see below for comments. Our Email address is info@ExplorationsInc.com
Since the inception of Explorations Inc in 1992, our goal has not been to be biggest tour operator, but rather just one of the best by providing quality programs at a fair price with excellent person service. We are gratified with our high level of client satisfaction. It is simply a matter of meeting or exceeding the expectations of our clients. This is achieved with thoughtful trip itineraries, honest portrayal, ample pretrip information and support, excellent tour guides, and helpful in-country local personnel. We do not try to be "experts" in a worldwide variety of tours, but rather focus on specific areas and itineraries so we can provide better customer service and programs. Educational and fun are not just buzz words, they are the goals of our tour programs and service. While the vast majority of our clients are from the USA, our clients include those departing from Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, Mexico, Scotland, and the United Kingdom.
We have operated programs with such scholars as:
Rob Rachowiecki, author Peru, Lonely Planet guidebook
Roger Harris, author The Amazon, Bradt guidebook
Dr Dennis Thoney, NYZS Aquarium for Wildlife Conservation
Dr Michael Wallce, Los Angeles Zoo
Dr Cathleen Cox, Los Angeles Zoo
Daniel Brooks, Houston Zoo
Charles Siegel, Dallas Zoo
Gary Michael, Louisville Zoo
Dr Russel Burke, Museum of Zoology, U of MI
Dr Peter Sherman, U of AZ
Gregory Simmons, U of AZ
Dr Robert Fernau, U of CA
Lloyd Morrison, U of CA
Irene Shonle, U of Chicago
Thomas Lemieuz, U of CO
Rodney Mauricio , Duke U
Dr Palma Ingles, U of FL
Dr David Maher, U of FL
Dr. Eric Young, U of FL
Dr Robert Norton, U of Fl
Alíce Warren, U of FL
Dr Richard Coles, Harvard U
Dr. Dustin Becker, U of IN
Dr James Danoff-Burg, U of KS
Laura Gill, U of MD
Dr James Hunt, U of MO
Dr. James Albert, U of MI
Dr James Roper, U of PA
Dr Rick Gillis, U of WI
In addition to planning and operating tours for many individuals, travel agencies, large family groups and private parties, we have a long history of arranging custom itineraries for varied institutions and organizations, including:
Florida Native Plant Society
Southwest Florida Archaeological Society
Audubon Society of Southwest Florida
Florida Gulf Coast University
Franklin College, IN
Wofford College, SC
Calusa Nature Center, FL
Friends of the Fine Arts & Communication, TX ST U
Cincinnati Friendship Force Group
Hunter Banks Company
Groups By Design, OH
Preferred Travel & Incentives
American Express Travel, CA, LA, MN, MO, PA
AAA Travel, AZ, CA
Camelback Odyssey Travel, AZ
TEN Travel, AZ
A Bit of Travel, CA
Anaheim Key to Travel, CA
Giselles Travel Bureau, CA
Kelly World Travel, CA
Montrose Travel, CA
Pescadero Travel, CA
Revel Travel Service, CA
Travel Connoisseur, CA
Travel Store, CA
Travelmar, CA
Vineyard Travel, CA
Largay Travel, CT
Advantage Travel, FL
Brilliant Of Hollywood Inc., FL
Tailored Travel, FL
CWT Palm Travel, FL
Good Buy Travel, FL
Kings Point Travel & Tours, FL
Marina Travel Service, FL
Mini Vacations Inc., FL
Premium Travel of Naples, FL
Travel Connection, FL
Travel Team, FL
Kona Coast Travel, HI
The Travel Center, IA
Blackhawk Travel, IL
Borgsmiller Travels, IL
La Salle Co. Travel Agency, IL
CPW Great Escape Travel, IL
Lindstrom Travel, IL
Travel Royale, IL
World Travel, IN
International Travel & Tours, KY
Groups By Design, KY
Masters Travel, MI
Elk River Travel, MN
Preferred Adventures Ltd, MN
Aero Travel, MO
A-1 Travel & Tour Service, MO
Travel Planners, MO
Life of Riley Travel, NJ
Key Travel Associates, NJ
Canaltown Travel, NY
East Norwich Travel, NY
Orleans Auto Club Inc, NY
Travel Ease, NY
Cedar Center Travel, OH
Embassy Travel, OK
Vacationwired.com, PA
CUC Travel Services, TN
Eagle Travel, TN
Hanover Travel, TN
A Travel Center Inc, TX
Carlson Travel Network, TX
Clockwork Travel, TX
Dillard's Travel, TX
First World Travel, TX
Jetway Travel, TX
Rennert World Travel, TX
Travel Access, TX
Travel Masters, TX
Vacations to Go, TX
IMS Travel, VA
Turner Travel, WA
Leisure Life Vacations, WA
Ultimate Travel, NV
MSP Travel Group, MN
Travel World, NJ
(People with a love of nature and foreign cultures are sure to have a great time, but you do not have to take just our word for it! You are welcome to call for references. Below are direct quotes taken from the Trip Critiques of past participants regarding the best parts of the trip and other comments:)
J. Heyde: "No surprises, just as advertised! Your in country tour guides and hosts are absolutely first class. When you sign up for foreign tours without the benefit of face to face..., you are naturally skeptical about how it will all turn out, especially being aware that you might be stuck in the boondocks and not able to even speak the language. I don't know how you do what you do in planning these trips, but it exceeded my expectations."
C. Cyrus: "I was pleasantly surprised and pleased with your level of service, knowledge of the area and friendly helpfulness - as I usually plan my own trips independently. So to use an agent that actually provided what they promised was especially nice."
Phyllis Britton: "Efficient, friendly and fun... The attention to detail was outstanding."
Virginia Coolidge: "The educational element was important to me and it exceeded my expectations."
J. Ackerman: "The variety of plant, animal and insect life. Also seeing the way the people along the river live. Just getting away from it all and relaxing was great, and a nice change of pace."
K. Toni: "The entire trip was great, far beyond anything I expected... This trip really was one fantastic thing after another. I was a little apprehensive about doing it at first, because I was traveling alone and going to a place that I didn't know much about, but any apprehension was erased the first day."
M. Betzold: "This was for me a most enlightening adventure. I was awed and inspired by everything I experienced, and just when I thought it couldn't get any better, it did!"
J. Ackerman: "The canopy walkway, the variety of plant, animal and insect life. Also seeing the way the people along the river live."
S. Schmitt: "Walking through the jungle, climbing up in the canopy, trading with the local Indians."
L. Kalber: "The entire time aboard the ship - great food, nice cabins, wonderful weather (no insects!) and the view from the top observation deck. The day trips were major highlights - boat excursions to see wildlife, natives, etc."
L. Travis: "The very different lives and distinctive lifestyles and cultures. The warmth of the people of Peru, the friends made on the ship, Machu Picchu, traveling without fear or hassle."
R. Hanka: "The daily activities; The Amazon River itself; I can't think of anything bad; The nights on the Amazon River were outstanding, very interesting."
L. Kochendorfer: "Primitiveness of the jungle. Good shopping in Cuzco. Fantastic Inca ruins and mountains."
J. Laurich: "The organization was excellent, the itinerary was full and very complete, the food was outstanding, the guides were wonderful"
V. Hubbard: "The accommodations were unusual-interesting-exciting-better than I expected... I recommend this trip highly!"
J. Prater: ""Scenery of the Andes, Sacred Valley and twilight return to Cuzco, train ride to Machu Picchu! Sitting on the second deck of the ship, launch rides up the tributaries, visits into home of Amazones"
Norma White: "The preparation and research for this trip were exceptional and much appreciated....The attention given for our well-being and safety was recognized and valued by all."
Lucile Brink: "The small group and the very personal contact we had with local people in various villages. Travis is a good host and excellent guide."
Stuart Rider: Regarding the best part: "The guide, Travis, and the people with us, the size of the group, well planned and carried out, both fun and fascinating." Regarding the worst part: "Can't think of any worst part" ,
I. Barger: "Trip was fantastic! Everything I hoped it would be!"
H. O'Rourke: "I had a great time and a wonderful experience which I will remember forever."
W. Walser: "Everybody had only good things to say about every aspect of this trip! ...The food in the lodges was unbelievably good, wholesome and well combined. I can only recommend your services."
Alice Hollingsworth: "Seeing an entirely new culture - visiting the school and village - trading with the villagers - having the guides share their knowledge"
M. Klanchar: "Your guides sharing their beloved homeland, culture and knowledge."
K. Thomas: "The relaxation in the jungle! No pressures. The guides were great. It was great to see them enjoy their lands and traditions. They were more than willing to help answer questions and most of all- have fun."
J. Ekoniak: "Fantastic vacation on every count: the place visited, the group I was part of, the local people and the company that packaged it. The quality of the destination was matched by the quality of your organization. I appreciate and admire your personal and business ethics, Charlie. I enjoyed speaking with you. Thanks."
D. Dean: "All I can say is it was great, fabulous, wonderful, etc.- I just hope it stays the way it is and I hope to go back some day.."
S. Gray: "I can't think of ANY bad parts of the trip. Thanks for a wonderful vacation. Charlie was extremely helpful in the planning phase even for the portion of the trip that we did not plan through Explorations. The whole experience was amazing. I could not have asked for a better tour guide than Renilo. Everybody at the lodges were great, friendly, and helpful. And the food was amazing!"
Consuelo Pajor: "This trip was perfect."
M/M Learned: (Re Andean Inca Exploration) "My husband describes this tour style as a tour with training wheels. We had just the right amount of attention and were allowed to go at our own pace and in our own comfort level Our guide was very efficient, very prompt, kind and helpful."
R. Ruehl: "It would be difficult to select a best part. The entire trip was outstanding."
L. Sullivan: "It's really hard to say (re best part). Ever place we went, everything we did were marvelous - a totally splendid experience."
M. Carner: "The trip was truly incredible. We felt "hand carried" at every step of the way. Accommodations were perfect and very personal. The people (staff) at Casa San Blass were so nice. The meals at the cave were great. I will tell my friends Explorations is the way to go. Thank you very much. "
Explorations Inc.
27655 Kent Rd
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
Phone: 1-239-992-9660
or toll free 1-(800)-446-9660 (in USA, Canada, P.R.)
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