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Explorations. Small Groups. Big Experiences.

Explorations small groups tour to Australia and New Zealand features unique experiences

09/22/2010 - Book 6 passengers on this tour, or any Explorations tour, and earn an additional $300.

Explorations, the small groups big experiences brand that recently was re-launched with a new logo, brochure and website, unveils details of its tour to Australia and New Zealand for 2011. The 27-day Aussie & Kiwi Experience is crafted for the traveler looking to fully experience the culture of these two countries ; plus, visit the must-see sights of Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef, the Outback and New Zealand’s glacier region. Travel agents who book 6 passengers on this tour or any Explorations tour between 9/1/10 and 12/31/10 will receive $300 – a booking incentive that is valid on new retail bookings only and for departures throughout 2011.

Immersive experiences are a key tenet to the Explorations brand and this tour includes several. Passengers on tour will visit the Tamaki Experience in Christchurch, New Zealand, and learn about traditional Maori life – the imposing warriors and their time-honored myths and reverence for nature. A grand rail adventure aboard the legendary Sunlander is another experience that takes passengers along Queensland’s eastern coastline before arriving in Cairns- gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. And for the ultimate Bondi Beach experience, travelers will learn about the history of “life savers” and have the opportunity to try standing on a board.

Explorations offers the ease and convenience of an escorted tour, but is geared towards travelers in the 50+ age bracket who find hands-on cultural immersion an appealing component of their vacation. The benefits of touring with a small group of 16 – 28 passengers include a more leisurely paced tour, having the freedom to explore on their own, discovering cultures through hands-on experiences, dining at smaller local restaurants, and staying in unique hotels like a charming villa overlooking the Alps or an eco-friendly resort at the base of the Great Barrier Reef.

While Explorations is its own unique brand, its advantage is that travel agents can utilize the shared services that the Collette Vacations brand is most known for, including complimentary roundtrip home to airport sedan service, the services of the largest sales force in the industry, industry-leading No Worries Cancellation waiver, and guaranteed departure dates.

For more information, call 1-877-451-8687 and visit www.explorationstouring.com to view full itineraries, interactive maps, destination facts and stats, pricing, and tour videos.

Explorations small group tours provide authentic, life enhancing travel experiences to a more intimate group of travelers. With a group of 16 – 28 passengers on every tour, you’ll gain access to historic sites and exclusive experiences; enjoy sightseeing off the beaten path; and immerse yourself with the local culture. Culinary classes, meals with locals, language lessons and active interaction ignite the senses and add adventure to life’s daily routine. More exotic tours distinguish Explorations with destinations ranging from India and Jordan to Africa and China, while smaller restaurants and unique hotels capture the local flavor.