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Intrepid Travel Donating 100% of FAM Trip Fees to Support Local Communities

by Bruce Parkinson  February 25, 2025
Intrepid Travel Donating 100% of FAM Trip Fees to Support Local Communities

An Intrepid group in Morocco.

Intrepid Travel has announced that 100% of all 2025 FAM fees have been donated directly to local communities through the Intrepid Foundation—raising over $17,000 for non-profit projects in Vietnam, Colombia, and Portugal.  

 “At Intrepid, we’re doubling down on impact,” says Laura Hernandez, Head of Partnerships North America. “For agents, it’s about more than just exploring new destinations — it’s about leading with purpose, deepening their connection to the world, and offering clients travel experiences that truly matter.” 

Ten agents will embark on the Café Colombia adventure in April, with another 10 on the Vietnam Express Southbound in May. Agents will be accompanied by a Key Partnership Manager (KPM) host, a DMC representative, and a local leader. 

Eleven agents will journey through Portugal in November, accompanied by a KPM host and a local leader for an immersive exploration of the region’s culture and sustainability efforts. 

The company says advisors will gain hands-on experience with Intrepid’s sustainable travel model while making meaningful contributions to the communities they help their clients explore. 

Intrepid groups get up close and personal with local communities.

Every fee directly funds grassroots organizations, ensuring 100% impact—no middlemen, no deductions.  Those organizations include:

Save Vietnam’s Wildlife: Defending biodiversity by rescuing endangered species, rehabilitating wildlife, and restoring critical habitats in Vietnam’s most threatened ecosystems. 

Patrulla Aérea Civil Colombiana (PAC): Providing life-saving healthcare to Colombia’s most isolated rural communities, where access to hospitals and medical specialists remains a daily challenge. 

Refood 4 Good: Tackling food insecurity by rescuing high-quality surplus food and redistributing it to people in need while reducing environmental waste. Learn More 

Advisors looking to secure their spot on the next wave of transformative fam trips can subscribe to Intrepid’s agent newsletter and regularly check the Intrepid Agent Hub for announcements.

  
  
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