Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Intex - Soluções em Turismo is the MPO for Belo Horizonte in Brazil. We turned the city upside down to show you the best accommodations, sights, famous night spots and all the local secrets! We have a real crush for Belo Horizonte, with its warm, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We know everything there is to know about the ways in Belô, so we can turn you into a local!
http://www.belo-horizonte.travel/Tirana, Albania
Outdoor Albania is the MPO for Tirana. Responsible tourism has always been core to the philosophy of Outdoor Albania, bringing small groups to discover Albania, respecting the nature and the local traditions while delivering economic benefits to the different areas of the country. They created a network of village houses, small family run hotels, bed and breakfasts and larger hotels, but with an atmosphere, based on mutual respect and professionalism. Company is owned and operated by Laura Payne and Gent Mati.
http://www.travel-tirana.com/Yerevan, Armenia
Menua Tour is the MPO for Yerevan. “We take pride in doing our best to make your ‘Armenia Experience’ a memorable one and leave you with an image that Armenia is a place to go back to..." The company is owned and operated by a very passionate team of travel enthusiasts including Hasmik Sadikyan and Christine Avakian.
http://www.travel-yerevan.com/Rodrigues, Mauritius
Maurisun is the MPO for Rodrigues. Rodrigues is a dependency of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, It is situated at 365 miles north-east of Mauritius and forming part of the Mascarene group of islands.
Maurisun Adventure & Tours is the trend setter of eco-adventure tour in the island and is now well-known for specialising in lifestyle tourism in terms of wellness, culture, holistic and adventure tourism.
http://www.holidays-rodrigues.travel/Morretes & Antonina, Brazil
Discover Paraná is the MPO for Morretes & Antonina. We are your local connection in Curitiba and surroundings! Our company is directed by professionals with great experience on tourism in Brazil, Latin America and Europe. Our goal is to show you the best spots in our region, surprising you with nature and culture in a less known region in Brazil, with lots of interesting things to do.
http://www.morretes-antonina.com.br/Fernando de Noronha , Brazil
Pedro Capelossi from Trip Noronha is the MPO for Fernando de Noronha. Fernando de Noronha is known worldwide for its incredible diving, and as an avid diver and dive instructor, I look forward to sharing with you the magic of the archipelago's rich ocean floor. Trip Noronha has an everlasting preoccupation with local tourism and we work tirelessly with locals and tourists to ensure the ongoing preservation of the islands untouched natural environment.
http://www.noronhahotel-link.com/Canaima National Park, Venezuela
ValenciaLosRoques. com is the MPO for Canaima National Park in Venezuela. We are proud to offer touristic programs to Los Roques and Morrocoy since 2006. ValenciaLosRoques.com is committed to support the development of services that benefit the tourism and the local community by controlling attitudes which could damage the environment. Also, we only hire local people to work in our business in Los Roques and Morrocoy. Since we have a huge responsibility with the society, by doing that we believe we are contributing to the local communities.
Anticipated Launch Date: August 2009
http://www.valencialosroques.com/Guaraqueçaba & Superagui, Brazil
Discover Paraná is the MPO for Guaraqueçaba & Superagui. We are your local connection in Curitiba and surroundings! Our company is directed by professionals with great experience on tourism in Brazil, Latin America and Europe. Our goal is to show you the best spots in our region, surprising you with nature and culture in a less known region in Brazil, with lots of interesting things to do.
http://www.superagui-travel.com.br/ Iguassu Falls, Brazil
Falls Vision is the MPO for Iguassu Falls. Nice to meet you! We are Fabio and Josiane your local connection in Foz do Iguaçu. Tourism became a passion, passion for our destination, come and visit yourself the one that's considered one of the Natural Wonder of the world. We enjoy passing our knowledge to the most varied nationalities that visit us during the year, our team is made from local people who grown here with their family and has especial interest on maintain it for future generation.
Anticipated Launch Date: September 2008http://www.iguassu-hotels.com.br/Curitiba, Brazil
Discover Paraná is the MPO for Curitiba. We are your local connection in Curitiba and surroundings! Our company is directed by professionals with great experience on tourism in Brazil, Latin America and Europe. Our goal is to show you the best spots in our region, surprising you with nature and culture in a less known region in Brazil, with lots of interesting things to do.
http://www.curitiba-travel.com.br/ Florianópolis, Brazil
Renata and the team from Brazil Trails Eco & Sports Vacation is the MPO for Florianópolis. We are ready to assist you in any way we can to make your stay on the beautiful island of Florianopolis amazing. We are proud to be partnered with whl.travel, a travel company that is dedicated to sustainable tourism, like our company. We are very aware of the damage mass tourism can have on our islands fragile environment and are very active in preserving nature areas and promoting sustainable tourism practices in Florianopolis.
http://www.florianopolis-hotels.travelIlha do Mel & Paranaguá, Brazil
Discover Paraná is the MPO for Ilha do Mel & Paranaguá.We are your local connection and will be delighted to show you the best spots in Ilha do Mel, Paranaguá and the surrounding area!
http://www.ilhadomel-travel.com.br/ Gabarone & Southern Botswana, Botswana
Cube Safaris is the MPO for Gabarone and Southern Botswana. This destination includes the Central Kalahari National Park and Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park plus the capital city of Gabarone.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009.
Arusha & Serengeti, Tanzania
Panorama, Mpumulanga, South Africa
Induna Adventures is the MPO for the Panorama Route. Induna Adventures has been operating for 8 years, with plenty of highlights worth mentioning: our staff members are the best in the world, and they prove to be the highlight of all visitors. Apart from this, we are the organisers of one of the biggest annual mountain bike races in South Africa here in the Panorama Route.
http://www.panorama-tours.travel/Accra, Ghana
PJ Travel and Tours is the MPO for Accra.
The team at PJ Travel and Tours encourages sustainable tourism that is not only enjoyable and enriching for the visitor, but also 'fair' and benificial to the community.
Lesotho
Maluti Treks is the MPO for Lesotho. Run by Jonathan Halse and his wife Armelle, Maluti Treks is a tour operator specializing in tours and transfers in and around Lesotho. The Halse family is perhaps best known for running the much acclaimed Semonkong Lodge set highlands of the Maluti mountains.
http://www.travel-lesotho.comZanzibar, Tanzania
Zenith Tours is the MPO for Zanzibar. As locals, we are keen to show you the best that Zanzibar has to offer, and we take great pride in the island's culture, history, natural environment and, of course, the famous spices that Zanzibar is renowned for. We've created a number of initiatives to ensure that the local people benefit from tourism, and that the rich tapestry of Zanzibari culture and history is kept alive.
http://www.holiday-zanzibar.com/Cape Verde
Executiv Tour is the MPO for Cape Verde.
Cape Verde have a unique and friendly culture, with people who love to welcome visitors to our wonderful islands. We work actively to protect and preserve the local wildlife, environment and culture. Tourism is more than just an occupation for us - it is a life changing experience where we can learn about people from all corners of the globe, all the while promoting Cape Verde.
http://www.capeverde-tours.com/Dakar, Senegal
Réalirêves is the MPO for Dakar, Senegal. In French, the official language of Senegal, ”Réaliser ses rêves“ means “make dreams come true”. Nogaye and Aminata look after the travelers and handle bookings and Jérôme is the creator of the agency, passionate about West Africa and especially Senegal. He is also passionate about culture, believing the best kind of travel is mixing of travelers and local inhabitants to create the best conditions for an authentic meeting. Together, the Réalirêves team creates genuine exchanges and adventure for their clients.
http://www.dakar-travel.com/Saly & Petit Cote, Senegal
Réalirêves is the MPO for Saly, Senegal. In French, the official language of Senegal, ”Réaliser ses rêves“ means “make dreams come true”. Nogaye and Aminata look after the travelers and handle bookings and Jérôme is the creator of the agency, passionate about West Africa and especially Senegal. He is also passionate about culture, believing the best kind of travel is mixing of travelers and local inhabitants to create the best conditions for an authentic meeting. Together, the Réalirêves team creates genuine exchanges and adventure for their clients.
http://www.saly-travel.com/ Gambia
Destination Gambia is the MPO for Gambia. We believe that tourism should be a win-win relationship which is enjoyable and enriching for the visitor; as well as ‘fair' and beneficial for the local host community. We are actively involved in community projects helping local people and villages, and we strongly encourage any visitor to join us, and make your trip even more rewarding - and doing something good in the process. We look forward to hearing from you so we can make your Gambia vacation come true!
http://www.gambia-hotels.travel/Swaziland
Swazi Trails is the MPO for Swaziland. As Swaziland's leading accommodation booking agent and tour operator, we have a passion for sharing over 20 years of local knowledge with you. From early beginnings as a rafting outfit, Swazi Trails expanded, providing a diverse range of activities that have changed the way travellers view this tiny Kingdom.
http://www.swazi.travel/Johannesburg, South Africa
Urban Walkabout is one of the most unique, innovative, informative and entertaining tour companies in South Africa. We aim to provide a unique, informative, creative, exhilarating and eye-opening tour of the South African landscape for the discerning tourist"
http://www.destination-johannesburg.com/ Mpumulanga Highlands, South Africa
Roc & Rope Adventures is the MPO for the Mpumulanga Highlands in South Africa. With a history of training and guiding, they set up a small lodge (which was also their house at the time!) dedicated to offering affordable accommodation specifically to climbers. They have been training mountaineering skills and offering guided excursions since they started in 1999 and are still loving it.
http://www.mpumalangahighlands.travel/Mauritius
Maurisun Adventure and Tours is the MPO for Mauritius. We love the opportunity to show tourists the true beauty of Mauritius - the environment, culture and the people. We realize that sustainable tourism is a way for the locals to benefit from people visiting our islands, and do everything we can to protect, yet promote, the beauty that makes Mauritius truly unique!
http://www.holidays-mauritius.travel/ Nosy Be, Madagascar
Evasion Sans Frontieres is the MPO for Nosy Be in Madagascar. We take great pride in sharing our country with you. We aim to let you experience the warm hospitality of the people and the unique and endemic flora and fauna of Madagascar. However, we also encourage people to examine the social and environmental issues facing our country, to ensure Madagascar is here for their children and grandchildren to enjoy as well.
http://www.nosybehotel-link.com/Antananarivo, Madagascar
Evasion Sans Frontieres is the MPO for Antananarivo in Madagascar. We take great pride in sharing our country with you. We aim to let you experience the warm hospitality of the people and the unique and endemic flora and fauna of Madagascar. However, we also encourage people to examine the social and environmental issues facing our country, to ensure Madagascar is here for their children and grandchildren to enjoy as well.
http://www.antananarivohotel-link.com/ Antsirabe, Madagascar
Evasion Sans Frontieres is the MPO for Antsirabe in Madagascar. We take great pride in sharing our country with you. We aim to let you experience the warm hospitality of the people and the unique and endemic flora and fauna of Madagascar. However, we also encourage people to examine the social and environmental issues facing our country, to ensure Madagascar is here for their children and grandchildren to enjoy as well.
Anticipated Launch Date: October 2008 Fort Dauphin, Madagascar
Evasion Sans Frontieres is the MPO for Fort Dauphin in Madagascar. We take great pride in sharing our country with you. We aim to let you experience the warm hospitality of the people and the unique and endemic flora and fauna of Madagascar. However, we also encourage people to examine the social and environmental issues facing our country, to ensure Madagascar is here for their children and grandchildren to enjoy as well.
http://www.fortdauphinhotel-link.com/ Garden Route, South Africa
Back Road Safaris is the MPO for the Garden Route in South Africa. Back Road Safaris work with a passion to provide an unforgettable experience for all. That same passion also encompasses our engagement with people, our environment, and wildlife in the heart of the Garden Route here in South Africa, we are proud of our part of the world. Back Road Safaris are constantly seeking to include local people and places in innovative and sustainable tourism activities.
http://www.garden-route-tours.travel/Wild Coast, South Africa
Anticipated Start Date: March 2010
Marrakech, Morocco
Evasion On Line Morocco is the MPO for Marrakech.
Evasion On Line Maroc is in incoming agency founded in 2001 with headquarters in Casablanca and an office in Marrakech. We do everything from hotel bookings to car hire, tours, team building exercises and incentive programmes. We are a team of 16 people, who aim to promote our country and to share the benefits of our work with our local partners.
Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009
Livingstone, Zambia
Wild Side Tours is the MPO for Livingstone, Zambia. Apart from handling all your travel and adventure requirements, Wild Side specialises in personalised tailor-made safaris for individual tourists and smaller groups.
http://www.victoriafallszambia.travelNairobi, Kenya
Technology Frontiers is the MPO for Nairobi in Kenya. We greatly welcome the increased numbers of visitors that this has brought our country, but we also recognize the potentially harmful nature of tourism as well. Due to this, we are involved in preventing exploitation of Maasai villages by overzealous and unscrupulous tour operators, as well as working with hotels and conference organizers to encourage more contribution to worthwhile Kenyan charities.
http://www.nairobihotel-link.com/Seychelles Islands
Holiday Seychelles is the MPO for the Seychelles Islands. With an extensive knowledge of the Seychelles and a local staff working on the ground in the islands, the team puts great emphasis on preserving our beautiful country and promoting responsible tourism.
http://www.seychelles-holidays.travel/Antigua and Barbuda
Caribbean Island Hotels is the MPO for Antigua and Barbuda. "Our team comprises locals and expats, and we are pleased to be able to show off our home to you. Beautiful islands are easy to fall in love with, but it's the people here, their humour, their helpfulness and their passion for life that truly move us. The proud cultural traditions of the islands, as well as the historical sites dotted throughout the region, are things we are working to preserve for future generations to experience and enjoy as much as we do".
http://www.antigua-island-hotels.com/Dominica
Jungle Trekking Adventures and Safaris is the MPO for Dominica. "We love the natural surrounds of our beautiful island, as well as the laid-back, spontaneous nature of its people. We also have a strong interest in working within the local community, and therefore we've developed a tourism initiative that targets disadvantaged areas in order to provide real opportunities for development".
http://www.dominica-island-hotels.com/Jamaica
Authentic Caribbean Holidays is the MPO for Jamaica. "We want to provide you with a genuine Jamaican experience, introducing you to the unique culture and exquisite landscape of our country. We know that tourism plays an important part in our local community, and whilst striving to ensure that we offer the best holiday experience to you, we also dedicate ourselves to sustainability".
http://www.jamaica-island-hotels.com/Montserrat
Caribbean Island Hotels is the MPO for Montserrat. "Our team comprises locals and expats, and we are pleased to be able to show off our home to you. Beautiful islands are easy to fall in love with, but it's the people here, their humour, their helpfulness and their passion for life that truly move us. The proud cultural traditions of the islands, as well as the historical sites dotted throughout the region, are things we are working to preserve for future generations to experience and enjoy as much as we do".
http://www.montserrat-island-hotels.com/ Nevis
Caribbean Island Hotels is the MPO for Nevis. "Our team comprises locals and expats, and we are pleased to be able to show off our home to you. Beautiful islands are easy to fall in love with, but it's the people here, their humour, their helpfulness and their passion for life that truly move us. The proud cultural traditions of the islands, as well as the historical sites dotted throughout the region, are things we are working to preserve for future generations to experience and enjoy as much as we do".
http://www.nevis-hotels.travel/ Saint Lucia
Solar Tours & Travel is the MPO for Saint Lucia. "We are deeply passionate about the people, the land and the cultural heritage of our beautiful island nation, and enjoy the chance to showcase the best St. Lucia has to offer to the world. We have a strong interest in working with our local community to minimize the impact tourism may have on our local environment, and provide real opportunities for local developmen"t.
http://www.st-lucia-island-hotels.com/St. Kitts, St. Kitts & Nevis
Caribbean Island Hotels is the MPO for St. Kitts. "Our team comprises locals and expats, and we are pleased to be able to show off our home to you. Beautiful islands are easy to fall in love with, but it's the people here, their humour, their helpfulness and their passion for life that truly move us. The proud cultural traditions of the islands, as well as the historical sites dotted throughout the region, are things we are working to preserve for future generations to experience and enjoy as much as we do".
http://www.st-kitts-hotels.travel/ Champasak, Laos
Teamworkz Consulting is the MPO for Champasak. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Laos. They operate from their office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, and have a keen interest in tourism marketing and sustainable tourism. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful country with others, but to make sure they will still be able to experience and share in the respect of Laos for years to come.
Anticipated launch date: September 2009
Rokytnice, Czech Republic
World Hotel Links is the MPO for Rokytnice and is operated by Stefan, Luke, Ashley and Klaudija. We welcome you to this great little town and are here to assist you wherever we can! This delightful township dating back to 1574, with its beautiful surroundings and nature, is the perfect place to spend your winter ski holidays in Czech Republic!
http://www.ski-rokytnice.com/Prague, Czech Republic
World Hotel Links is the MPO for Prague and is operated by Stefan, Luke, Ashley and Klaudija. Come and explore Prague and the cobblestone laneways of this vibrant and modern city with a history of both tragedy and triumph, where art and architecture, power politics and religion often collided violently in Prague!
http://www.praguehotel-link.cz/Rhodes, Greece
Yacht Agency International S.A./Gray Line is the MPO for Rhodes. The company is owned and operated by Rosemary and Makis Pavlatos, with Sara Pavlatou looking after the site, all of whom are fully committed to supporting sustainable tourism in their destination. “Our aim is to offer ‘alternative’ products to our clients; we are constantly on the lookout for boutique hotels or smaller accommodation units that can offer our clients an authentic Greek experience.“
Anticipated Launch Date: August 2008http://www.rhodes-hotels.travel/ Athens, Greece
Opta Travel is the MPO for Athens in Greece. Opta travel was created in 1974 and its operations have continued through the years, fulfilled with experience, professionalism and a know how build on years of relations with locals and foreign clients. The whl.travel portal is managed by Charles Berthault.
www.athens-hotels.travelAceh, Indonesia
Banda Perdana is the MPO for Aceh,Indonesia. Your local connection in Aceh. They are proud to be the first independent traveller service in the region, and also to be a bridge between the West, and the local guesthouses and tour operators in Aceh.
http://www.aceh-hotels.com/Jordan
Jordan Select Tours is the MPO for Jordan. JST is a full service inbound tour operator and destination management company owned and operand by Seif Saudi, Rana Bseiso and the team. They are proud of the amazing history and the world-class sites of Jordan, and even more so of the hospitable nature of the country and its people, with visitors treated to a genuine warmth and friendliness everywhere they go.
http://www.jordan-travel.jo/Luang Prabang, Laos
Teamworkz Consulting is the MPO for Luang Prabang. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Laos. They operate from their office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, and have a keen interest in tourism marketing and sustainable tourism. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful country with others, but to make sure they will still be able to experience and share in the respect of Laos for years to come.
http://www.luang-prabang-hotels.com/Vang Vieng, Laos
Teamworkz Consulting is the MPO for Vang Vieng. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Laos. They operate from their office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, and have a keen interest in tourism marketing and sustainable tourism. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful country with others, but to make sure they will still be able to experience and share in the respect of Laos for years to come.
http://www.vang-vieng-hotels.com/ Vientiane, Laos
Teamworkz Consulting is the MPO for Vientiane. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Laos. They operate from their office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, and have a keen interest in tourism marketing and sustainable tourism. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful country with others, but to make sure they will still be able to experience and share in the respect of Laos for years to come.
http://www.vientiane-hotel-link.com/ Riga, Latvia
Your Vacation Host is the MPO for Riga. Anda and Kristine, your Local connection in Riga know the "must see" places and "must do" things in Latvia. There are many unbeaten reasons why to visit Latvia - history, architecture, Riga nightlife and countryside landscapes.
http://www.riga-hotels.lv/Lebanon
Grey Matter is the MPO for Lebanon. Grey Matter is a Lebanese Internet Tour Operator and has been pioneering online travel business in Lebanon since 1997. Their mission is to provide a pleasant booking experience and an unprecedented customer care. They highly believe in sustainable tourism and actively work with several local communities to promote traditional making of food and crafts and help them resell and export their products worldwide through the Internet.
http://www.lebanon.travel/Vilnius, Lithuania
The Beautiful Land of Nevermind is the MPO for Vilnius and is an incoming tourism company owned and operated by Kestas and Vilija. Service brand named THE BEAUTIFUL LAND OF NEVERMIND is created to provide you friendly local assistance to experience our country as in past cordial natives assisted us during our own travels in foreign lands - their friendliness made unexplored places more impressive and closer to the heart.
http://www.vilnius-hotels.travel/Klaipeda, Lithuania
The Beautiful Land of Nevermind is the MPO for Klaipeda and is an incoming tourism company owned and operated by Kestas and Vilija. Service brand named THE BEAUTIFUL LAND OF NEVERMIND is created to provide you friendly local assistance to experience our country as in past cordial natives assisted us during our own travels in foreign lands - their friendliness made unexplored places more impressive and closer to the heart.
www.klaipeda-hotels.travel/Ohrid, Macedonia
Dea Tours Travel Agency is the MPO for the Ohrid in Macedonia. The compay led by Dr. Diell Agolli and a passionate team of travel professionals. When you come to Ohrid your soul finds the rest that has been yearning for at one of the most phenomenal natural beauties of the world! Ohrid brings peace to mind, body and soul.
www.ohridhotels-travel.com.mkPodgorica, Montenegro
Montenegro Adventures is the MPO for Podgorica. They offer exciting and culturally stimulating tours and packages that perfectly match whl.travel’s vision of having unique tour and accommodation products on their sites. The company is owned and operated by keen adventurer Slavica Vukcevic and her team.
http://www.travel-podgorica.com/Skopje, Macedonia
Dea Tours Travel Agency is the MPO for the Skopje in Macedonia. The compay led by Dr. Diell Agolli and a passionate team of travel professionals. Among various travel products offered by Dea Torus you can participate at the school setup to promote the traditional Byzantine-style of painting or visit small villages to learn about the traditional way of life and food preparation.
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2010
Kota Kinabula, Malaysia
Borneo Eco Tours is the MPO for Kota Kinabalu. Meet Albert, and his team! They are your local connection in Kota Kinabalu. They aim to set the benchmark for sustainable tourism in Kota Kinabalu and help this field develop so that all stakeholders can benefit – local communities, and other hotels and tours operators. With an insatiable desire for the outdoors they are constantly learning about unexplored and unique places for you to visit. Let them help you plan your hotel and tour bookings in Kota Kinabalu.
http://www.kotakinabalu-travel.com/aboutusSandakan, Malaysia
Borneo Eco Tours is the MPO for Sandakan . Meet Albert, and his team! They are your local connection in Sandakan. They aim to set the benchmark for sustainable tourism in Sandakan and help this field develop so that all stakeholders can benefit – local communities, and other hotels and tours operators. With an insatiable desire for the outdoors they are constantly learning about unexplored and unique places for you to visit. Let them help you plan your hotel and tour bookings in Sandakan.
www.sandakan-travel.com Maldives
Canopus Maldives is the MPO for Maldives. Based in Male' the capital of Maldives, their core areas of business include travel, tours, cruises, and residences. They offer a wide range of travel services from customised and tailor-made tours to packages. The Maldives, said to be the "last paradise on earth" offers a very unique experience for travelers. Ask them for more information on what you can do and how you can get here...
http://www.maldiveshotels.mv/ Chisinau, Moldova
Uniglobe Slavion Travel is the MPO for Chisinau. The company is owned and operated by the husband and wife team - Veaceslav Bunescu and Olga Vozniuc. They recently decided on entering the incoming leisure travel market and feel that WHL perfectly corresponds with their vision of modern development in the tourism sector of Moldova.
http://www.travel-chisinau.com/Mongolia
FeltNation is the MPO for Mongolia. They're proud to be able to welcome you to their country, and to give you the opportunity to witness the lives, the hardships and the happiness of the Mongolian people, as well as the truly individual nature of the Mongolian country.
http://www.mongoliahotel-link.com/Islamabad, Pakistan
Travel Walji's is the MPO for Islamabad - and are your local connection in Islamabad! They have been assisting tourists travelling to Pakistan since 1965. They believe sustainable tourism starts with our own actions, and they strive to run their businesses with this in mind at all times.
http://www.islamabad-hotels.com.pk/ Boracay, Philippines
Go Discover is the MPO for Boracay. After moving to the island, they have set about helping to promote smaller independent and family run establishments through the internet. With years of experience in the travel industry, and extensive local knowledge - Go Discover provides you with all the information you need to choose the right, unique holiday for you!
http://www.boracay.travel/Cebu, Philippines
Go Discover is the MPO for Cebu. After moving to the island, they have set about helping to promote smaller independent and family run establishments through the internet. With years of experience in the travel industry, and extensive local knowledge - Go Discover provides you with all the information you need to choose the right, unique holiday for you!
http://www.gocebu.travel/Lisbon, Portugal
Saga Travel is the MPO for Lisbon and is owned by Milu, and run by Virginie and Isabel. SAGA TRAVEL is a self-owned 'family type' agency, meaning that "we take care of our clients as our own family and friends." Although sustainable tourism has not yet taken off in Lisbon, the team are committed to learning as much as they can, and trying to influence the local tourism community through its affiliation with WHL.
http://www.lisbon-hotels.travel/Samoa
Samoa Hotels Association is the MPO for Samoa. They will be happy to help make your stay in Samoa enjoyable and memorable. They can assist with hotel bookings, tours, advice on attractions around the islands, and good places to eat and drink!
http://www.samoa-hotels.ws/Bratislava, Slovakia
Slovakia Green Tours Ltd. is the MPO for Bratislava. Unlike many larger travel sites, The Bratislava Hotels Link Team are from Bratislava, they know Bratislava well. "In common with all WHL partners around the world, we are strong supporters of sustainable tourism, meaning we care for the environment, local communities and the local culture here in Bratislava & Slovakia."
http://www.bratislavahotels-link.skSolomon Islands
Dive Gizo is the MPO for Soloman Islands. Run by Kerrie and Danny Kennedy! They are your local connection in the Solomon Islands. They have a long and active history in community development and environmental protection, which when coupled with their tourism backgrounds melded perfectly to create their sustainable tourism business. They have worked with the WWF and the Nature Conservancy to maintain this beautiful landscape that they share with you on diving, heritage and village tours. Let them connect you with the Solomon Islands’ hotels and tours.
http://www.solomonislands-hotels.travel/Colombo, Sri Lanka
United Holidays is the MPO for Colombo. They are extremely passionate about Sri Lanka and want to use their extensive local knowledge so each and every holiday is truly amazing. They are actively involved in the local community and have been privileged to help in building local schools and providing them with computers, assisting tsunami widows in earning a living, and running an oil mill where the profits go back into the community.
http://www.colombohotels.lk/South Coast, Sri Lanka
United Holidays is the MPO for The South Coast. They are your local connection in The South Coast. They are extremely passionate about Sri Lanka and want to use their extensive local knowledge so each and every holiday is truly amazing. They are actively involved in the local community and have been privileged to help in building local schools and providing them with computers, assisting tsunami widows in earning a living, and running an oil mill where the profits go back into the community.
http://www.beachhotels.lk/ Sukothai, Thailand
Teamworkz is the MPO for Sukothai. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Thailand. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful part of the world with others, but to make sure others will still be able to experience and share in the love of this region for years to come. They are currently operating from their head office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, but their Thai office will be open shortly. Watch this space!
http://www.sukhothai-hotel-link.com/ Bangkok, Thailand
Teamworkz is the MPO for Bangkok. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Thailand. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful part of the world with others, but to make sure others will still be able to experience and share in the love of this region for years to come. They are currently operating from their head office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, but their Thai office will be open shortly. Watch this space!
http://www.bangkok-hotels-link.com/ Chiang Mai, Thailand
Teamworkz is the MPO for Chiang Mai. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Thailand. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful part of the world with others, but to make sure others will still be able to experience and share in the love of this region for years to come. They are currently operating from their head office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, but their Thai office will be open shortly. Watch this space!
http://www.chiang-mai-hotel-link.com/ Chiang Rai, Thailand
Teamworkz is the MPO for Chiang Rai. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Thailand. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful part of the world with others, but to make sure others will still be able to experience and share in the love of this region for years to come. They are currently operating from their head office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, but their Thai office will be open shortly. Watch this space!
http://www.chiang-rai-hotel-link.com/ Koh Samui, Thailand
Teamworkz is the MPO for Koh Samui. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Thailand. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful part of the world with others, but to make sure others will still be able to experience and share in the love of this region for years to come. They are currently operating from their head office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, but their Thai office will be open shortly. Watch this space!
http://www.samui-hotel-link.com Phuket, Thailand
Teamworkz is the MPO for Phuket. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Thailand. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful part of the world with others, but to make sure others will still be able to experience and share in the love of this region for years to come. They are currently operating from their head office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, but their Thai office will be open shortly. Watch this space!
http://www.phuket-hotel-link.com Pattaya, Thailand
Teamworkz is the MPO for Pattaya. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Thailand. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful part of the world with others, but to make sure others will still be able to experience and share in the love of this region for years to come. They are currently operating from their head office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, but their Thai office will be open shortly. Watch this space!
http://www.pattaya-hotel-link.com/ Timor-Leste, Timor Leste
Jims Getaway is the MPO for Timor-Leste. They are proud to be a member of the WHL family in their endeavour to preserve Timor’s unique natural and cultural environment. Being conscious of Timor’s wonderful tourism assets they work with their suppliers to ensure they are preserved for the future. Let them help you explore their home of pristine reef and coast, cloudy mountains and down to earth people.
http://www.timorleste-hotels.com/Tonga
Jones Travel ltd is the MPO for Tonga. They have been in operation since 1911, and are passionate believers that responsible tourism is the best way forward for Tonga to improve the economy of our country and its people, while preserving our natural environment and rich culture. They actively involve locals in tourism, and help share the benefits that tourism brings. Let them help you explore our history, culture, pristine coastline, wildlife and most importantly a place brimming with friendly, warm and welcoming people.
Alanya, Turkey
Classical Tours is the MPO for Alanya. They feel that mass tourism is growing too quickly in Turkey and it is often the case the tourists don’t even leave the resort they are staying at. Classical Tours believe that without being integrated with the social, cultural and natural environment of a destination, a touristic visit and experience is not complete!
Anticipated Launch Date: February 2009http://www.alanyahotels-link.com Ankara, Turkey
Classical Tours is the MPO for Ankara. They feel that mass tourism is growing too quickly in Turkey and it is often the case the tourists don’t even leave the resort they are staying at. Classical Tours believe that without being integrated with the social, cultural and natural environment of a destination, a touristic visit and experience is not complete!
Anticipated Launch Date: March 2010
Antalya, Turkey
Classical Tours is the MPO for Antalya. They feel that mass tourism is growing too quickly in Turkey and it is often the case the tourists don’t even leave the resort they are staying at. Classical Tours believe that without being integrated with the social, cultural and natural environment of a destination, a touristic visit and experience is not complete!
www.antalyahotels-link.com Cappadocia, Turkey
Lirita Tours is the MPO for Cappadocia and is owned and operated by the well travelled Zafer & Zaim Yazici and Fevzi Tekin. They carefully developed itineraries to make it possible for visitors to become acquainted with astonishing historical heritage of the country. "Turkey has more than just sun and sandy seaside resorts or beaches. It has the beautiful landscape, the friendly local people, culture, and history."
http://www.cappadocia.travel/Dalyan, Turkey
Kaunos Tours is the MPO for Dalyan. Kaunos Tours which is owned by Mehmet Cobanoglu and operated by a full team of travel professionals prides itself on organizing its trips and activities in an eco-friendly way, giving full respect for the environment, enjoying it but not damaging it. Over many years they have built up strong relationships with local families and small businesses and as a result they now provide a significant income to some of these people, supporting the local rural economy in new ways.
http://www.dalyan.travel/Istanbul, Turkey
Adelphia Tours & Travel is the MPO for Istanbul. They attribute their success to their first-hand destination knowledge, constant attention-to-detail, personalized service and co-operation with the most skilled of travel industry professionals. They are very well travelled themselves having visited over 30 countries in 4 continents and so they understand the needs of travellers very well! Adelphia Tours & Travel is owned and operated by Mehmet Semih Sen.
www.istanbul-hotels.travel
Marmaris-Datca, Turkey
Titco Tours is the MPO for Marmaris-Datca. Small but lovely travel agency, is owned and operated by Gerard Oude Hergelink from the Netherlands and his Turkish wife Shenda Tüfekcioglu. As a foreigner and anthropologist, Gerard has learned how to deal with the people in Turkey, and as a tour leader experienced what travelers who are interested in the history and culture of Turkey, appreciate!
http://www.marmaris-datca.travel/Side, Turkey
Classical Tours is the MPO for Side. They feel that mass tourism is growing too quickly in Turkey and it is often the case the tourists don’t even leave the resort they are staying at. Classical Tours believe that without being integrated with the social, cultural and natural environment of a destination, a touristic visit and experience is not complete!
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2010
Vanuatu
Vanuatu Hotels is the MPO for Vanuatu.Meet John and Silvana Nicholls ... they are the owners and operators of Vanuatu-Hotels and your local connection in Vanuatu. They decided to make Vanuatu their home after managing two resorts in the country. A deep attachment and respect for the people of Vanuatu and the country's natural heritage is at the core of their personal and business philosophy.
http://www.vanuatu-hotels.vu/Chau Doc, Vietnam
Mekong Tours is the MPO for Chau Doc. they're proud to welcome you to their home in the Mekong Delta, and their aim is to try to ensure that tourism in the region brings benefits to travellers and locals alike. They love to introduce visitors to the daily lives and specific customs of the Mekong people, whilst at the same time connecting local people to the outside world and ensuring that they gain from tourism.
http://www.hotels-chaudoc.com/Dalat, Vietnam
Innoviet is the MPO for Dalat. They want your trip to Dalat to be a learning experience about the real Vietnam and its people and culture. They also hope that they are able to share their local knowledge with you to make your trip unforgettable!
http://www.dalathotel-link.coDanang, Vietnam
Nam Phuong Travel is the MPO for Danang; They have a passion for their local community and a commitment to develop tourism, whilst still conserving the environment and culture. They try to educate and promote sustainable tourism initiatives to locals as well as tourists.
http://www.danang-hotel.com/Hoi An, Vietnam
Nam Phuong Travel is the MPO for Hoi An; They have a passion for the local community and a commitment to developing tourism, whilst still conserving the environment and culture. They try to educate and promote sustainable tourism initiatives to locals as well as tourists
http://www.hoian-hotel.com/Hue, Vietnam
Nam Phuong Travel is the MPO for Hue. They have a passion for the local community and a commitment to develop tourism, whilst still conserving the environment and culture. They try to educate and promote sustainable tourism initiatives to locals as well as tourists.
http://www.hue-hotel.com/ Minsk, Belarus
Holiday Travel is the MPO for Minsk. They are new travel company committed to high professionalism, care for staff, and the development of sustainable and environmental-friendly tourism in the region. The company is owned by a team of tourism and language experts and operated by Iryna Lazarenko and Andrei Burdenkov.
http://www.minsk-travel.com/Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Fortuna Tours is the MPO for Mostar. Their philosophy is to connect cultural, historical and adventure travel newcomers and veterans with service providers, adventure activities, and accommodation requirements for both new and seasonal travelers to fit their specific wishes and budget needs. The company is owned by Mili Bijavica and operated by an ever growing team of travel enthusiasts.
http://www.mostar-travel.ba/aboutus Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Green Visions is the MPO for Sarajevo and was founded on the principles of balance and harmony between man and nature. Their organization is dedicated to promoting and preserving the traditional ancient highland lifestyles and the precious nature they are so dependent on. Team of experts, including Thierry Joubert & Darin Spurgeon, aim to raise public awareness of the environmental problems they face in the region while offering viable solutions to the future growth and sustainability of BiH.
http://www.sarajevo-travel.ba/Tbilisi & Caucasus Mountains, Georgia
Jomardi Adventure Club is the MPO for Tbilisi & Caucasus Mountains. Jomardi Adventure Club began operations in 2004 as the first company to offer rafting tours in Georgia. They expanded to include trekking, mountain bike tours and cultural tours to their program. Over the winter time, owner and operator Mr. Mamuka Burduli also operates various ski and snowboard tours and activities so travellers can enjoy the wide and open terrains of the Caucasus Mountains.
http://www.travel-tbilisi.com/Delhi, India
Uni Crystal Holidays is the MPO for the Delhi. India provides you travel opportunities of all kinds, of all forms, and for everyone. Uni Crystal Holidays believe in presenting India in a way that is quite unique, unexplored, and unhindered. They want to show you the possibilities that are immense and unending.
Anticipated Launch Date: June/July 2009http://www.unicrystalholidays.com/ Goa, India
Nikkis Tourism & Commercial Services is the MPO for Goa. They have re-discovered every nook and corner of Goa, from the winding roads to the beach with swaying palms, to the green paddy fields and off-beaten tracks in the surrounding hills. They realized that we wanted to share their knowledge and passion for Goa with travellers, and give them the same experience they have had in this beautiful part of the world.
http://www.goa-hotels.co.in/Jaipur, India
Uni Crystal Holidays is the MPO for the Jaipur. India provides you travel opportunities of all kinds, of all forms, and for everyone. Uni Crystal Holidays believe in presenting India in a way that is quite unique, unexplored, and unhindered. They want to show you the possibilities that are immense and unending.
Anticipated Launch Date: July/August 2009http://www.unicrystalholidays.com/ Mumbai, India
Nikkis Tourism & Commercial Services is the MPO for Mumbai. They have re-discovered every nook and corner of Mumbai. They realized that they wanted to share their knowledge and passion for Mumbai with travellers, and give them the same experience they have had in this beautiful part of the world.
http://www.mumbai-hotels.co.in/ Pune, India
Brancruz Holidays is the MPO for Pune. They share a deep appreciation for India, its unique cultural traditions and most of all the generous spirit of Indians, where at every home a guest is treated warmly. It is this warmth and charm that they have built their travel service for you.
http://www.pune-hotels.co.in/Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Mekong Tours is the MPO for Phu Quoc. They're proud to welcome you to their home in the Mekong Delta, and their aim is to try to ensure that tourism in the region brings benefits to travellers and locals alike. They love to introduce visitors to the daily lives and specific customs of the Mekong people, whilst at the same time connecting local people to the outside world and ensuring that they gain from tourism.
http://www.hotels-phuquoc.com/ Saigon, Vietnam
Innoviet is the MPO for Saigon - They want your trip to Saigon to be a learning experience about the real Vietnam and its people and culture. They also hope that they are able to share their local knowledge with you to make your trip unforgettable!
http://www.saigonhotel-link.com/ Nha Trang, Vietnam
Innoviet is the MPO for Nha Trang - They want your trip to Nha Trang to be a learning experience about the real Vietnam, its people and culture. They also hope that they are able to share their local knowledge with you to make your trip unforgettable!
http://www.nhatranghotel-link.com/ Budva, Montenegro
Montenegro Adventures is the MPO for Budva. They offer exciting and culturally stimulating tours and packages that perfectly match whl.travel’s vision of having unique tour and accommodation products on their sites. The company is owned and operated by keen adventurer Slavica Vukcevic and her team.
http://www.travel-budva.com/ Bay of Kotor, Montenegro
Montenegro Adventures is the MPO for Bay of Kotor. They offer exciting and culturally stimulating tours and packages that perfectly match whl.travel’s vision of having unique tour and accommodation products on their sites. The company is owned and operated by keen adventurer Slavica Vukcevic and her team.
http://www.travel-kotor.com/ SaPa, Vietnam
Sapa TIPC is the MPO for Sapa - They are actively involved in the community based tourism model in Sa Pa, which endeavours to share the benefits of tourism with the local people in the area and allowing travelers to experience the local culture.
www.sapa-hotels.com/Cape Town, South Africa
GeoSavvy Travel is the MPO for the Cape Town in South Africa. GeoSavvy Travel can relate to all your needs as tourists...our team consists of folks who once were tourists but have been converted to locals as well as born and bred Capetonians! We have a passion for authentic experiences and are proud to work with our colleagues in the Townships.
http://www.cape-town-hotels.travel Cape Winelands, South Africa
GeoSavvy Travel is the MPO for the Cape Winelands in South Africa. GeoSavvy Travel is mad about the wine country! We have certified wine tasters on our staff and have personally visited over 50 vineyards. We can assist any level of wine enthusiast to find their ideal wine vacation.
http://www.cape-winelands-hotels.travelCosta Rica
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Rabat, Morocco
A.L.M is the MPO for Rabat.
The team has been operating for over 20 years, and share an interest in both e-commerce and sustainable tourism in Morocco. Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009
Porto de Galinhas, Brazil
Trip Noronha is the MPO for Porto de Galinhas. Considered the best beach in Brazil for the eighth time in a row by the readers of Travel & Tourism magazine, Porto de Galinhas is a famous place in Brazil. Trip Noronha has an everlasting concern with local tourism and work tirelessly with locals and tourists to ensure the ongoing preservation of this natural environment.
Anticipated Launch Date: March 2010http://www.tripnoronha.com.brItacaré, Brazil
Rota Tropical Turismo is the MPO for Itacaré. We are your local connection. We are professional and experienced and with us you get more than online reservations, you get a warm welcoming human touch as well. We look forward to showing you this little paradise!
http://www.itacare.travelDhaka, Bangladesh
Anticipated Start Date: June 2009
Canoa Quebrada, Brazil
Pierluigi Sapio from Brazil Incoming Services - B!S is the MPO for Canoa Quebrada. Our company was founded in 2001 with the purpose to manage a little but high level quality receptive structure. Since 2005 we offer some receptive services like transfers, excursions, mini tours etc. to the entire region of Ceará Coast. We are located in the middle of one of the best tourist destinations of the world and we are absolutely professional, experienced and enthusiastic about Canoa Quebrada.
http://www.canoa-quebrada-hotels.travel/Sardinia, Italy
Insula Tour is the MPO for the Sardinia in Italy. The company is offering a wide range of accommodation from ancient charming houses to country villas and home stays as well as low capacity, trekking, archeological and some very original wine and gastronomy tours. It is their goal to show the inner most parts of the island that really deserve to be visited but are not quite on the tourist track. Insula Tour is owned and operated by Pier Paulo.
http://www.sardinia-hotels.travel/ PNG, Papua New Guinea
Anticipated start date: June/July 2009
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Los Roques, Venezuela
ValenciaLosRoques. com is the MPO for Los Roques in Venezuela. We are proud to offer touristic programs to Los Roques and Morrocoy since 2006. ValenciaLosRoques.com is committed to support the development of services that benefit the tourism and the local community by controlling attitudes which could damage the environment. Also, we only hire local people to work in our business in Los Roques and Morrocoy. Since we have a huge responsibility with the society, by doing that we believe we are contributing to the local communities.
http://www.losroques-hotels.com/Salvador, Brazil
Rota Tropical Turismo is the MPO for Salvador. We are Rota Tropical, your local connection in Salvador. We are professional and experienced and with us you get more than online reservations, you get a warm welcoming human touch as well. We look forward to showing you our amazing city, a real part of Brasil!.
http://www.salvador-hotel.com/Ubatuba, Brazil
Pedro Paulo and Elsie from Omnimare Turismo are the MPO for Ubatuba. Since 1990, we offer diving specialized tourism. We also have been working hard to improve our business and we had decided to increase our business with a Receptive Tourism Agency and we are offering trails, hiking, bird watching, horseback riding, rafting, hotels and lodges, city tours and transfers. Our knowledge about the community and the environment in the region make us believe that everyone must come and visit Ubatuba. We find the town irresistible, and we believe that here you will find much more than a regular travel!
http://www.ubatuba-travel.comPhnom Penh, Cambodia
WHL Cambodia is the MPO for Phnom Penh. With an extensive knowledge about Cambodia and its people combined with a few passport stamps of our own they have a balanced view of what works well for travellers and what doesn't. They put great focus on responsible tourism practices and aim to provide travelleres with unique experiences and, at the same time, support the community they work in.
http://www.phnompenh-hotels.org/Siem Reap, Cambodia
WHL Cambodia is the MPO for Siem Reap. With an extensive knowledge about Cambodia and its people combined with a few passport stamps of our own they have a balanced view of what works well for travellers and what doesn't. They put great focus on responsible tourism practices and aim to provide travelleres with unique experiences and, at the same time, support the community they work in.
http://www.angkorhotels.org/ Beijing, China
Sinoh Hotels is the MPO for Beijing. The Sinohotel team is very responsive, attentive to its customers and they are very skilled in the hotel industry. With a real passion for service, they can assure your stay in Beijing is most comfortable and enjoyable.
They are strong supporters of sustainable tourism, by which they promote and care for the environment, local communities and the local culture.
http://www.beijinghotel-link.cn/Guizhou, China
Guizho Overseas Travel Corporation is the MPO for Guizho, China. As natives of Guizhou they have a great passion, respect and understanding of their surrounding landscapes and cultural minority groups. They are actively involved in supporting and encouraging tourism in Guizhou and the local minority groups.
http://www.hotels-travel-guizhou.cn/Shanghai, China
Sinoh Hotels is the MPO for Shanghai. The Sinohotel team is very responsive, attentive to its customers and they are very skilled in the hotel industry. With a real passion for service, they can assure your stay in Shanghai is most comfortable and enjoyable.
They are strong supporters of sustainable tourism, by which they promote and care for the environment, local communities and the local culture.
http://www.shanghaihotel-link.cn/ Kvarner, Croatia
RI AK Tours is the MPO fro Kvarner in Croatia. Their highly dedicated and experienced team enjoy taking guests to explore the smaller and lesser known Croatian villages, offering them the chance to connect with local people and thus contribute to intercultural understanding and tolerance. Guests can participate in old Croatian traditions, such as Asparagus and Cherry days, Marronfest and Truffle days.
www.kvarner.travel Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik Premium Services Dubrovnik is the MPO for the Dubrovnik in Croatia. The company is operated by travel enthusiast Jernej Masnec. It is his goal to offer a range of unique and interesting properties that you could not otherwise find on mainstream hotel booking engines…. could you find a more perfect match for whl.travel!
Cook Islands
Turama Travel is the MPO for Cook islands. They have a passion for the people in the Cook Islands and wish to protect what they have here for the future. They are actively involved in supporting the local community and look forward to showing you how wonderful the Cook Islands are!
http://www.cookislands-hotels.travel/Fiji
Global Bedbank limited is the MPO for Fiji. They value every tourist that comes through their shores knowing that they have helped contribute to someone's wages and alternately providing food on the table.
‘The beautiful smiling faces that greet you on the street, on the bus or anywhere in the country is what Fiji is best known for, a smile from a "Fijian" will always make your day'.
http://www.fiji-hotels.com.fj/Sihanoukville, Cambodia
WHL Cambodia is the MPO for Sihanoukville. With an extensive knowledge about Cambodia and its people combined with a few passport stamps of our own they have a balanced view of what works well for travellers and what doesn't. They put great focus on responsible tourism practices and aim to provide travelleres with unique experiences and, at the same time, support the community they work in.
http://www.sihanoukville-hotels.org/ Pirenópolis, Brazil
Brasil Central Responsible Tourism is the MPO for Pirenópolis. We are a local tour operator based in Pirenópolis, Goiás. Our mission is to help expand the social and environmental consciousness of travelers and local communities through authentic experiences of responsible tourism. The traveler is the protagonist of our trips and we offer deep experiences in culture and nature, including new paradigms of life that integrate the best destinations of Central Brazil.
Anticipated Launch Date: February 2009http://www.brcentral.tur.br/Can Tho, Vietnam
Mekong Tours is the MPO for Can Tho. They're proud to welcome you to their home in the Mekong Delta, and their aim is to try to ensure that tourism in the region brings benefits to travellers and locals alike. They love to introduce visitors to the daily lives and specific customs of the Mekong people, whilst at the same time connecting local people to the outside world and ensuring that they gain from tourism.
http://www.hotels-cantho.com/ Morro de São Paulo, Brazil
Rota Tropical Turismo is the MPO for Morro de São Paulo. We are Rota Tropical, your local connection in Morro de Sao Paulo. We are professional and experienced and with us you get more than online reservations, you get a warm welcoming human touch as well. We look forward to showing you our little island paradise!
http://www.morrodesaopaulo.travel/ Serro, Brazil
ARM Turismo is the MPO for Serro in Brazil. RM Turismo and Intex Soluções em Turismo joined forces to offer you the best cultural and historical treasures in Serro. ARM have a superior receptive tourism structure to provide you with many fantastic discoveries in Serro and the surrounding region.
Anticipated Launch Date: February 2009http://www.armturismo.com.br/Diamantina, Brazil
ARM Turismo is the MPO for Diamantina in Brazil. Our company is dedicated to researching tourism potential, in order to develop sustainable tourism in our region. We have plenty of local knowledge and a qualified staff to ensure you an unforgettable trip. We are in partnership with Intex Soluções em Turismo and are ready to show you this charming part of Minas Gerais.
http://www.diamantina-travel.com.br/ Búzios, Brazil
Luiz Renato from Blue Ocean Tour is the MPO for Búzios. We are your local connection in Rio and are ready to show you the best our hometown has to offer. Gathering different skills, we created a Tour Operator focused on providing solutions in tourism. We work to exceed expectations combining high quality services and competitive rates. Experience one of the most visited destinations in the world and find out the real meaning of being a 'Carioca'.
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2009
http://www.blueoceantour.com.br/Manaus, Brazil
Selenetur Turismo is the MPO for Manaus in Brazil The company has 16 years of history. It has begun offering plan tickets, but after 2 years, it has started to work with boat and jungle packages. They are into offer tourism activities that don't harm the nature and employ the local resources and community. Nowadays, Selenetur became one of the greatest receptive and emissive agencies of the north of Brazil. We are ready to take you in an exciting adventure through the Amazon Jungle!
http://www.manaus-hotels.travel/North Pantanal, Brazil
José Namen from Refúgio Ilha do Caracará is the MPO for North Pantanal .José Namen, the company manager and local connection, was raised in a farm in the region where he had the opportunity to experience the local particular way of living. As a result he is totally connected to the environment and the culture of Pantanal. Running a hotel, he is also into the touristic trade of Mato Grosso. His passion and care are evident since he is always involved in struggles concerning the local communities and natives of Pantanal.
Anticipated Launch Date: February 2009http://www.ilhadocaracara.com.br/Skodar & Theti, Albania
Outdoor Albania is the MPO for Tirana. Responsible tourism has always been core to the philosophy of Outdoor Albania, bringing small groups to discover Albania, respecting the nature and the local traditions. They created a network of village houses, small family run hotels, bed and breakfasts and larger hotels, but with an atmosphere, based on mutual respect and professionalism. Company is owned and operated by Laura Payne and Gent Mati.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Luiz Renato from Blue Ocean Tour is the MPO for Rio de Janeiro. We are your local connection in Rio and are ready to show you the best our hometown has to offer. Gathering different skills, we created a Tour Operator focused on providing solutions in tourism. We work to exceed expectations combining high quality services and competitive rates. Experience one of the most visited destinations in the world and find out the real meaning of being a 'Carioca'.
http://www.riodejaneiro-hotels.travel/ Valletta, Malta
EC Meetings Company is the MPO for Malta. The company has been operating since 2001 as one of the most respected organisers of events and conference in the incredible Mediterranean island of Malta. Now expanding into the leisure market, owner and operator Mark Gatt, feels that the time to partner with whl.travel is perfect.
Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Medjugorje Tours & Travel is the MPO for Medjugorje and is owned and operated by the family team of Zana and Allen. This independent travel agency situated in the heart of Medjugorje, a small town that since 1981 has seen millions of pilgrims visit after various sightings of the Virgin Mary. Many groups are visiting Medjugorje but with no online booking system established, it is difficult for individuals to make the trip. This collaborative effort with our team, the IFC, and whl.travel - will make it all possible!
http://www.travel-medjugorje.comDamascus, Syria
Ghazal Travel & Tourism is the MPO for the Damascus in Syria. Over the past 37 years they gained an excellent reputation in the travel & tourism industry with a wealth of experience between owner/operators Mohamed Rustom, Wahid Ghazal & Sanih Ghazal.
http://www.damascus-hotels.travel/Bahrain
Algosaibi Travel is the MPO for Bahrain. They are proud to be an ambassador to this Island of Golden Smiles, with over 50 years of service in the industry. At Algosaibi Travel, they have a clear focus on customer satisfaction, and continue to cultivate an attitude of excellence in personalized services. They are also supporting various local projects catering to physically and mentally challenged children. Algosaibi Travel is owned and operated by CEO Fawaz Algosaibi and GM Isaac Mathew.
Kyrgyzstan,
Dostuck Trekking is the MPO for Kyrgyzstan. Kyrgyzia is a land of real wonderment, a thrill-a-minute nation known as the Switzerland of Central Asia. Dostuck Trekking has been in operation for more than 17 years and is owned by Nikolai Schetnikov. Our new portal will setup and operated by Alexandra Lantushenko.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2010
Mykonos, Greece
Mega Travel Advisers is the MPO for Mykonos in Greece. Mega is a family business operated by George and Marika Their company offer a range of interesting products in Santorini and surrounding Cycladic islands, to promote the local heritage and culture of the region. For example, guests can indulge in cooking and dancing lessons with locals, cleaning the beaches, planting trees and wash-painting the churches.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010
Casablanca, Morocco
A.L.M is the MPO for Casablanca.
The team has been operating for over 20 years, and share an interest in both e-commerce and sustainable tourism in Morocco. Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009
Ski Lebanon, Lebanon
Ski Lebanon.travel is the MPO for SkiLebanon. Ski and snowboard portal was created by a group of Lebanese skiers with the purpose of sharing their passion of skiing in Lebanon. We believe by being local, we can provide excellent services and provide the best deals for the most enjoyable vacation in Lebanon.
http://www.skilebanon.travel/Lesvos, Greece
Nirvana Travel is the MPO for Lesvos and is owned and operand Rebecca Michaelides. She feels the island has an indescribable spiritual atmosphere and many natural wonders! “With an amazing love for tourism I can proudly say that along with maintaining my sound morals and principles I equally love honestly to assist those less fortunate than me, within the industry and outside of the industry.”
Soomaa Park & Parnu, Estonia
Soomaa.com/ Karuskose Ltd. is the MPO for Parnu & Soomaa National Park. The backbone of their activities is the local people and their wide network of farms along the rivers and bogs. The company is owned and operated by Aivar Ruukel. “Our tours and activities are based on local conditions. The most unique feature of Soomaa is regular floods - “fifth season”.
Kefalonia, Greece
Carpe Diem is the MPO for Kefalonia. The company was established by Nestoras Gioulatos. Over the years, the number of visitors to Kefalonia has increased significantly, which is one of the reasons why Carpe Diem are working with the local municipality in designing and developing sustainable tourism to benefit their local community.
Thessaloniki, Greece
Odyssey Tours is the MPO for Thessaloniki & the Northern region of Greece. Whilst only a young company, Athanasios Paparnakis and his family, have the dedication, professionalism and friendly hospitality that ensures an unforgettable experience in Northern Greece! It is their goal to show travelers a truly locals perspective, so they select unique and traditional accommodations and engage with local home based production units, take guests to local events and also attractions that don’t feature on the common tourist track.
http://www.travel-thessaloniki.gr/ Crete, Greece
Yacht Agency International S.A./Gray Line is the MPO for Crete. The company is owned and operated by Rosemary and Makis Pavlatos, with Sara Pavlatou looking after the site, all of whom are fully committed to supporting sustainable tourism in their destination. “Our aim is to offer ‘alternative’ products to our clients; we are constantly on the lookout for boutique hotels or smaller accommodation units that can offer our clients an authentic Greek experience.“
www.hotels-crete.travel Ephesus, Turkey
Marjinal Travel & Yachting is the MPO for Ephesus. Marjinal Travel & Yachting are a family owned and operated company working now for the past 10 years as an incoming agent in the Aegean region. Murat & Sirri Boranalp (son and father) are passionate about their destination and creating more sustainable forms of tourism.
www.turkey-ephesus.com/Kas, Turkey
Bougainville Travel and Diving is the MPO for Kaş. They are an experienced team of travel professionals committed to sustainable tourism initiatives in the region, including various low-impact activities and taking visitors to local communities. The company is owned and operated by Englishman Phil Buckley and his partners Ufuk Güven & Tevfik Serin.
Kemer, Turkey
Classical Tours is the MPO for Kemer. They feel that mass tourism is growing too quickly in Turkey and it is often the case the tourists don’t even leave the resort they are staying at. Classical Tours believe that without being integrated with the social, cultural and natural environment of a destination, a touristic visit and experience is not complete!
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010
Cairo, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Cairo in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Mexico City, Mexico
Anticipated Start Date: February 2010
Samarqand, Uzbekistan
Afsona Travel is the MPO for Samarqand, Bukhara and Khiva. As one of the first travel agencies in Uzbekistan, Afsona Travel has vast experience in the tourism industry of Central Asia, a cradle of ancient civilization and the hub of the Silk Road. Owner Shohista Saydaminova ensures all guests receive the utmost attention as they travel the region.
http://www.samarkand-bukhara-travel.com/Kilimanjaro and Moshi, Tanzania
Pretoria, South Africa
Application Deadline: 26 January 2010
Santorini, Greece
Mega Travel Advisers is the MPO for Santorini in Greece. Mega is a family business operated by George and Marika Their company offer a range of interesting products in Santorini and surrounding Cycladic islands, to promote the local heritage and culture of the region. For example, guests can indulge in cooking and dancing lessons with locals, cleaning the beaches, planting trees and wash-painting the churches.
Paraty, Brazil
Pedro Paulo and Elsie from Omnimare Turismo are the MPO for Paraty. Since 1990, we offer diving specialized tourism. We also have been working hard to improve our business and we had decided to increase our business with a Receptive Tourism Agency and we are offering trails, hiking, bird watching, horseback riding, rafting, hotels and lodges, city tours and transfers. Our knowledge about the community and the environment in the region make us believe that everyone must come and visit Ubatuba. We find the town irresistible, and we believe that here you will find much more than a regular travel!
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010http://www.omnimare.com.br/ Split, Croatia
Katarina line is the MPO for the Split in Croatia. With a fleet of 30 vintage and motorized sailing ships, Katarina Line are the premier cruise company in Croatia. Founded by Katica Hauptfeld, this family company offers guests a chance to visit both the stunning islands as well as explore the mainland and further into the Balkans.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Spin Travel is the MPO for Ljubljana in Slovenia. "Tourists who join our tours can eat together with the locals, eat homemade food, meet real local people, taste freshly prepared food, learn how to use clay and make their own souvenir, how to shear sheep, explore Eastern part of Slovenia, as well, which is beautiful but less renowned by tourists.” Spin Travel have is owned and operated by Tomaz Martinek and Mojca Peterka.
http://www.ljubljanahotels.travel/ Seoul, Korea Repof
Holiday Planners is the MPO for Seoul. Based on the principle of providing safety and enjoyment to you, their customers, they focus on providing impeccable service to all guests who visit Korea and using their online servicing system.
http://www.theseoul-hotels.com/ Chapada Diamantina, Brazil
Marimbus Ecoturismo is the MPO for Chapada Diamantina. We are formed by people who live in the region and the company was created with the purpose of giving visitors the opportunity of choosing from assorted options of trips and treks, according to their interests and possibilities. We aim to offer a personalized and qualified service. Our main intention is to share the beauty of the places, the valleys and open fields, the exotica flora, the rivers and waterfalls and the silence that altogether make the Chapada Diamantina a nature’s gift. The values and the principles of the Marimbus Ecoturismo are based on trust with and mainly on respect towards earth and life in its complete diversity.
http://www.chapada-diamantina.travel/Belgrade & Vojvodina, Serbia
Magelan Corporation is the MPO for Belgrade and Vojvodina in Serbia. As a full service travel agency, Magelan offer a range of accommodation, tours and activities throughout Serbia. Travellers are introduced to the unique history, art and culture of Serbia, as well as their folklore, legends, customs, wines and gastronomy in both usual and unusual ways. The company is owned and operated by Biljana Marceta.
Delphi, Greece
Opta Travel is the MPO for Delphi in Greece. Opta travel was created in 1974 and its operations have continued through the years, fulfilled with experience, professionalism and a know how build on years of relations with locals and foreign clients. The whl.travel portal will be managed by Charles Berthault.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010
Lowveld, Mpumulanga, South Africa
Raw Africa is the MPO for the Lowveld in Mpumulanga. Raw Africa is the South African sister company of our existing MPO in Swaziland--Swazi Trails. Swazi Trails early success with the WHL system and network generated enthusiasm to bring positive benefit to South Africa. Raw Africa intends to replicate Swazi Trails commitment to the community and destination to all of its destination sites.
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2009Cancun, Mexico
Maritur is the MPO for the Cancun in Mexico. Our company was founded by Mario Aburto Sugasthegui, over thirty one years ago and Maritur since its founding believes in Mexico, its potential and the people. We are proud to say that we have been able to teach, help and support local children in their education. In the future these chlidren, now adults, have the opportunity to work and develop their skills. We believe that WHL has the same basis and values as our company, and that are willing to make an change for the benefit of this world.
Anticipated Launch Date: October 2009 Riviera Maya, Mexico
Maritur DMC is the MPO for Cancun, Mexico. Our company was founded by Mario Aburto Sugasthegui, over thirty one years
ago and Maritur since its founding believes in Mexico, its potential and the people. We are proud to say that we have been able to teach, help and support local children in their education. In the future these chlidren, now adults, have the opportunity to work and develop their skills. We believe that WHL has the same basis and values as our company, and that are willing to make an change for the benefit of this world.
Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009 Piran, Slovenia
Spin Travel is the MPO for Piran in Slovenia. "Tourists who join our tours can eat together with the locals, eat homemade food, meet real local people, taste freshly prepared food, learn how to use clay and make their own souvenir, how to shear sheep, explore Eastern part of Slovenia, as well, which is beautiful but less renowned by tourists.” Spin Travel have is owned and operated by Tomaz Martinek and Mojca Peterka.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010
Maribor, Slovenia
Spin Travel is the MPO for Maribor in Slovenia. "Tourists who join our tours can eat together with the locals, eat homemade food, meet real local people, taste freshly prepared food, learn how to use clay and make their own souvenir, how to shear sheep, explore Eastern part of Slovenia, as well, which is beautiful but less renowned by tourists.” Spin Travel have is owned and operated by Tomaz Martinek and Mojca Peterka.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010
Bucharest, Romania
Travel Biz is the MPO Bucharest in Romania. They are well connected in Romania and can offer travellers with a range of services and unique programs! Their friendly team include owner Simona Veteleanu and operator of the whl.travel site, Roxana Ionescu.
www.travel-bucharest.com/Brunei
Mega Borneo Tour planner is the MPO for Brunei. They provide all forms of ground handling services for both FIT and GIT movements in Brunei.
http://www.borneo-brunei.travelSão Luís & Alcântara, Brazil
Sandra from Sacada Turismo is the MPO for São Luís & Alcântara. The company was born in 2006 and it was created by three idealistic women and great tourism lovers. Located in an area of huge international promotion, the idea was to create an innovative tourism receptive business specialized in the activity of ecotourism and adventure tourism. Our team also works actively in assorted activities, sharing its knowledge in tourism councils and associations, and also being connected with the local community. We believe that the activity of tourism is a chain of solidarity and the relationships must be always in a win-win base.
http://www.sao-luiz.travel/Lençóis Maranhenses, Brazil
Sandra from Sacada Turismo is the MPO for Lençóis Maranhanses. The company was born in 2006 and it was created by three idealistic women and great tourism lovers. Located in an area of huge international promotion, the idea was to create an innovative tourism receptive business specialized in the activity of ecotourism and adventure tourism. Our team also works actively in assorted activities, sharing its knowledge in tourism councils and associations, and also being connected with the local community. We believe that the activity of tourism is a chain of solidarity and the relationships must be always in a win-win base.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2009
http://www.sacadaeventoseturismo.com.br/ Chapada das Mesas, Brazil
Sandra from Sacada Turismo is the MPO for Chapada das Mesas. The company was born in 2006 and it was created by three idealistic women and great tourism lovers. Located in an area of huge international promotion, the idea was to create an innovative tourism receptive business specialized in the activity of ecotourism and adventure tourism. Our team also works actively in assorted activities, sharing its knowledge in tourism councils and associations, and also being connected with the local community. We believe that the activity of tourism is a chain of solidarity and the relationships must be always in a win-win base.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2009http://www.sacadaeventoseturismo.com.br/ Delta das Américas, Brazil
Sandra from Sacada Turismo is the MPO for Delta das Américas.The company was born in 2006 and it was created by three idealistic women and great tourism lovers. Located in an area of huge international promotion, the idea was to create an innovative tourism receptive business specialized in the activity of ecotourism and adventure tourism. Our team also works actively in assorted activities, sharing its knowledge in tourism councils and associations, and also being connected with the local community. We believe that the activity of tourism is a chain of solidarity and the relationships must be always in a win-win base.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2009
http://www.sacadaeventoseturismo.com.br/ Floresta dos Guarás, Brazil
Sandra from Sacada Turismo is the MPO for Floresta dos Guarás. The company was born in 2006 and it was created by three idealistic women and great tourism lovers. Located in an area of huge international promotion, the idea was to create an innovative tourism receptive business specialized in the activity of ecotourism and adventure tourism. Our team also works actively in assorted activities, sharing its knowledge in tourism councils and associations, and also being connected with the local community. We believe that the activity of tourism is a chain of solidarity and the relationships must be always in a win-win base.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2009
http://www.sacadaeventoseturismo.com.br/ Odessa, Ukraine
Primexpress is the MPO for Odessa in Ukraine and have been delivering great travel experiences to cruise passengers on the Black Sea coast for over 15 years now. Primexpress offer guests authentic local experiences to ensure they take with them a piece of Ukrainian tradition and culture. The company is owned by Lena Forre.
Aleppo, Syria
Ghazal Travel & Tourism is the MPO for the Aleppo in Syria. Over the past 37 years they gained an excellent reputation in the travel & tourism industry with a wealth of experience between owner/operators Mohamed Rustom, Wahid Ghazal & Sanih Ghazal.
www.aleppo-hotels.travel Palawan, Philippines
Go Discover is the MPO for Palawan. After moving to the island, they have set about helping to promote smaller independent and family run establishments through the internet. With years of experience in the travel industry, and extensive local knowledge - Go Discover provides you with all the information you need to choose the right, unique holiday for you!
http://www.gopalawan.travel/ Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Aba Sayyoh Tour is the MPO for the Tashkent in Uzbekistan. They ensure that their tourism activities enable, rather than impede, conservation and the rehabilitation of nature, fauna & flora of Uzbekistan. They aim to promote environmentally friendly practices in the tourism sector, hotels, transport, etc. The company is owned and operated by Eugene Nujdin & Alexei Bukharov.
www.tashkent-travel.com/ Western Kruger, South Africa
Induna Adventures is the MPO for the Western Kruger National Park. Induna Adventures has been operating for 8 years, and is located in Hazyview which provides one of the best access points into the World Famous Kruger National Park. We specialize in selling the wide variety of private game reserves that sit just outside the borders of the park, yet offer world class game viewing.
St Francis and Jeffrey\'s Bay, South Africa
Lyon Tours and Safaris is the MPO for St Francis and Jeffrey\\\'s Bay. The team, lead by Neil Lyon, specialises in putting together tailor-made luxury safaris within South Africa but particularly within the Eastern Cape.
Ilha Grande, Brazil
Nélio Ricardo Aguiar from Ilha Grande Adventure is the MPO for Ilha Grande. Our objective is to promote ecological and adventure tourism in the island working together with the local people in order to guarantee the sustainable development of the town, beyond motivating the environmental education for both tourists and local community, expecting to reduce the impact of tourism on this wonderful paradise. Come and join us in this amazing journey!
Anticipated Launch Date: February 2008http://www.hotel-ilhagrande.com/Windhoek & Central Namibia, Namibia
The Cardboard Travel Shop is the MPO for Windhoek and Central Namibia and offers the most comprehensive travel service available in Namibia. The Cardboard Box Travel Shop is a one stop shop offering a complete travel & reservation service for Namibia. Our friendly, experienced and knowledgeable staff can recommend a range of options for making your trip a success.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Manado, Indonesia
Mapanget Wisata Travel & Tours is the MPO for Manado, Indonesia. Run by Mr Reenaldo Wangkar. They want all the people in the world to come visit their beautiful city first. Cause North Sulawesi is a land of magnificent coral reefs ,white beaches, mountains and active volcano, reminding the islanders and the world of the potential power of one of the earth\'s most awesome forces.
http://www.manado-hotels.asia/ Bled, Slovenia
Spin Travel is the MPO for Ljubljana in Slovenia. "Tourists who join our tours can eat together with the locals, eat homemade food, meet real local people, taste freshly prepared food, learn how to use clay and make their own souvenir, how to shear sheep, explore Eastern part of Slovenia, as well, which is beautiful but less renowned by tourists.” Spin Travel have is owned and operated by Tomaz Martinek and Mojca Peterka.
http://www.bledhotels.travel/ Puerto Iguazu, Argentina
Falls Vision is the MPO for Puerto Iguazu. Nice to meet you! We are Fabio and Josiane your local connection in Puerto Iguazu. Tourism became a passion, passion for our destination, come and visit yourself the one that's considered one of the Natural Wonder of the world. We enjoy passing our knowledge to the most varied nationalities that visit us during the year, our team is made from local people who grown here with their family and has especial interest on maintain it for future generation.
http://www.iguazu-hotels.travel/Mt. Kenya and Surroundings, Kenya
Application Period has ended. negotiations are in progress
Tanger, Morocco
A.L.M is the MPO for Tanger.
The team has been operating for over 20 years, and share an interest in both e-commerce and sustainable tourism in Morocco. Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009
El Salvador
Anticipated Start Date: February 2010
Targeted Destinations:
+ San Salvador
+ Others
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Wild Side Tours is the MPO for Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Apart from handling all your travel and adventure requirements, Wild Side specialises in personalised tailor-made safaris for individual tourists and smaller groups. Wild Side Tours is also the MPO for Livingstone, Zambia and aims to provide a complete Victoria Falls experience!
Anticipated Launch Date: March 2009 Durban & North Coast, South Africa
Raw Africa is the MPO for Durban and North Coast in KwaZulu-Natal. Raw Africa is the South African sister company of our existing MPO in Swaziland--Swazi Trails. Swazi Trails early success with the WHL system and network generated enthusiasm to bring positive benefit to South Africa. Raw Africa intends to replicate Swazi Trails commitment to the community and destination to all of its destination sites.
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2009 South Coast, South Africa
Raw Africa is the MPO for Durban and North Coast in KwaZulu-Natal. Raw Africa is the South African sister company of our existing MPO in Swaziland--Swazi Trails. Swazi Trails early success with the WHL system and network generated enthusiasm to bring positive benefit to South Africa. Raw Africa intends to replicate Swazi Trails commitment to the community and destination to all of its destination sites.
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2009 Midlands Meander, South Africa
Raw Africa is the MPO for Midlands Meander in KwaZulu-Natal. Raw Africa is the South African sister company of our existing MPO in Swaziland--Swazi Trails. Swazi Trails early success with the WHL system and network generated enthusiasm to bring positive benefit to South Africa. Raw Africa intends to replicate Swazi Trails commitment to the community and destination to all of its destination sites.
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2009 Drakensberg, South Africa
Raw Africa is the MPO for Drakensberg in KwaZulu-Natal. Raw Africa is the South African sister company of our existing MPO in Swaziland--Swazi Trails. Swazi Trails early success with the WHL system and network generated enthusiasm to bring positive benefit to South Africa. Raw Africa intends to replicate Swazi Trails commitment to the community and destination to all of its destination sites.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2009 Elephant Coast, South Africa
Raw Africa is the MPO for the Elephant Coast in KwaZulu-Natal. Raw Africa is the South African sister company of our existing MPO in Swaziland--Swazi Trails. Swazi Trails early success with the WHL system and network generated enthusiasm to bring positive benefit to South Africa. Raw Africa intends to replicate Swazi Trails commitment to the community and destination to all of its destination sites.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2009 Zululand and Battlefields, South Africa
Raw Africa is the MPO for Zululand and the Battlefields in KwaZulu-Natal. Raw Africa is the South African sister company of our existing MPO in Swaziland--Swazi Trails. Swazi Trails early success with the WHL system and network generated enthusiasm to bring positive benefit to South Africa. Raw Africa intends to replicate Swazi Trails commitment to the community and destination to all of its destination sites.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2009 Kuching, Malaysia
Mega Borneo Tour Planner is the MPO for Kuching. They provide the all ground handling services for both FIT & GIT movements in Brunei, Labuan, Sabah and Sarawak:
Anticipated launch Date: March 2009
http://www.megaborneo.com/ Miri & Mulu, Malaysia
Mega Borneo Tourplanner is the MPO for Miri & Mulu. They provide the all ground handling services for both FIT & GIT movements in Brunei, Labuan, Sabah and Sarawak:
http://www.borneo-mirimulu.travel/ Nicaragua
Anticipated Start Date: February 2010
Targeted Destinations:
+ Managua
+ Matagalpa
+ Chinandega
+ Granada
+ Leon
+ Others
Corfu, Greece
Sunspots is the MPO for the beautiful island of Corfu in Greece. Their goal is to continue with their traditional business but become more independent by moving into the online space. With a range of interesting villas and activities across the island, the site will no doubt be popular amongst travellers looking for a unique experience!
Ouarzazate, Morocco
A.L.M is the MPO for Ouarzazate.
The team has been operating for over 20 years, and share an interest in both e-commerce and sustainable tourism in Morocco. Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009
Fortaleza, Brazil
Pierluigi Sapio from Brazil Incoming Services - B!S is the MPO for Fortaleza. B!S and its staff started to work with incoming services in the beginning of the millennium, focusing on small destinations, like Porto de Galinhas, Pernambuco, firstly and then Canoa Quebrada, Ceará. Now the company is expanding its territory to Fortaleza, which is not only Ceará State Capital but also the true Brazil’s North East Tourism Capital. We are always engaged in promoting social and environmental responsible tourism and our goal will be now to promote this in Fortaleza.
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2009 Lima, Peru
Local Tours Perú is the MPO for Lima. We are a travel company fully oriented to social responsibility and to tourist sustainability. We want to get better opportunities to the local market promoting activities related to their environment, looking for the conservation and active participation; offering the traveller an unforgettable experience, security and confidence. Our objective is the mutual benefit for the tourist, residents and our agency.
http://www.localtoursperu.comChapada dos Veadeiros, Brazil
Cleyton from Suçuarana Roteiros e Expedições is the MPO for Chapada dos Veadeiros. We are a local incoming tour operator located at Chapada dos Veadeiros, in the city of Cavalcante. We have been in the ecotourism business for 4 years already. Our objective is to satisfy our clients and partners offering services with excellence and minimum impacts, involving the local community, respecting the nature, managing the quality and security. We love Chapada dos Veadeiros and we are here to offer to travellers the unrevealed and secret spots of the region.
Anticipated Launch Date: March 2009
http://www.chapadaveadeiros.travel/Etosha and Northern Namibia, Namibia
The Cardboard Travel Shop is the MPO for Northern Namibia including Etosha National Park and offers the most comprehensive travel service available in Namibia. The Cardboard Box Travel Shop is a one stop shop offering a complete travel & reservation service for Namibia. Our friendly, experienced and knowledgeable staff can recommend a range of options for making your trip a success.
http://www.etosha.travelSouthern Deserts, Namibia
The Cardboard Travel Shop is the MPO for the Southern Deserts which includes 4 distinct desert biomes and the world famous Sossusvlei Dunes. Carboard Travel Shop offers the most comprehensive travel service available in Namibia. The Cardboard Box Travel Shop is a one stop shop offering a complete travel & reservation service for Namibia. Our friendly, experienced and knowledgeable staff can recommend a range of options for making your trip a success.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Caprivi Strip, Namibia
The Cardboard Travel Shop is the MPO for The Caprivi Strip in Namibia and interesting destination which sticks out like a finger pointing to neighboring Zambia, Botswana and Zimbabwe. Our friendly, experienced and knowledgeable staff can recommend a range of options for making your trip a success in the Caprivi Strip.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2009
Mombasa and South Coast, Kenya
Eastern and Southern is the MPO for Mombasa and the South Coast of Kenya. This family business is currently working with the African Conservation Centre to help promote tourism and safaris that visit the remote south Rift. Also, in this area NGOs are working closely with the local communities to assist them with the development of market ready small/mid-range accommodation facilities.
Transylvania, Romania
Wens Tour is the MPO for the Transilvania in Romania. The company is a full service incoming agency committed to showing guests the best and most hidden corners of Transylvania! Their young and motivated team collaborate and sustain projects such as The Golden Way and The Limestone Trail – interesting experiences for anyone travelling to Romania!
Liepaja & Latvian Coast, Latvia
Your Vacation Host is the MPO for Liepaja & Latvian Coast in Latvia. Anda and Kristine, your Local connection know the "must see" places and "must do" things in Latvia. There are many unbeaten reasons why to visit Latvia - history, architecture, nightlife and countryside landscapes.
Anticipated Launch Date: May 2010
Bauska & Southern Latvia , Latvia
Your Vacation Host is the MPO for Bauska & Southern Latvia. Anda and Kristine, your Local connection know the "must see" places and "must do" things in Latvia. There are many unbeaten reasons why to visit Latvia - history, architecture, nightlife and countryside landscapes.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2010
Gorgona Island, Colombia
Aviatur is the MPO for Gorgona Island. Aviatur Group was founded in 1957 and now comprises 29 companies with more than 3300 employees. Despite of being one of the largest companies in Colombia, we are truly concerned about sustainable touristic practices. That’s why Fundación Aviatur was born. Our foundation takes care of the main country necessities, offering financial and material support to the people and communities that are in high risk of exclusion in our nation. To know more about our program, visit www.fundacionaviatur.org
Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009http://home.aviatur.com Belize City, Belize
Orchid Garden is the MPO for Belize City. The Orchid Garden Eco-Village Project (OGEVP) was launched 20 years ago. Our aim was to promote a way of life for people of different cultures to live in harmony with nature on both a physical and spiritual level. We believe symbiosis has played, and continues to play, a major role in the continuous evolution of our species, and that the successful maintenance of certain symbiotic relationships is crucial to the quality of human life and the harmony of the world. Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009
http://ecokingdoms.com Ambergris Caye, Belize
Orchid Garden is the MPO for Ambergris Caye. The Orchid Garden Eco-Village Project (OGEVP) was launched 20 years ago. Our aim was to promote a way of life for people of different cultures to live in harmony with nature on both a physical and spiritual level. We believe symbiosis has played, and continues to play, a major role in the continuous evolution of our species, and that the successful maintenance of certain symbiotic relationships is crucial to the quality of human life and the harmony of the world.
Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009http://ecokingdoms.com Caye Caulker, Belize
Orchid Garden is the MPO for Caye Caulker. The Orchid Garden Eco-Village Project (OGEVP) was launched 20 years ago. Our aim was to promote a way of life for people of different cultures to live in harmony with nature on both a physical and spiritual level. We believe symbiosis has played, and continues to play, a major role in the continuous evolution of our species, and that the successful maintenance of certain symbiotic relationships is crucial to the quality of human life and the harmony of the world.
Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009http://ecokingdoms.com Albanian Riviera, Albania
Outdoor Albania is the MPO for Albanian Riviera. Responsible tourism has always been core to the philosophy of Outdoor Albania, bringing small groups to discover Albania, respecting the nature and the local traditions. They created a network of village houses, small family run hotels, bed and breakfasts and larger hotels, but with an atmosphere, based on mutual respect and professionalism. Company is owned and operated by Laura Payne and Gent Mati.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010 Madeira, Portugal
Intertours is the MPO for the Madeira and Porto Santo in Portugal. The company is owned by Emilio Rodrigues. They create specific products to promote their local traditions and by doing so usually use the expertise of local artisans and people involved in the maintenance of the island’s tradition and culture.
Oman
Alanaka Tours is the MPO for Oman. They are one of the leading inbound operators in Oman, offering a range of interesting tours and accommodation choices for travellers wanting to visit this remarkable country. As a member of the International Ecotourism Society, Will Plummer and his team at Alanaka Tours are committed to responsible and ecological tourism, making them the perfect choice for the whl.travel network.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Mega Borneo Tour Planner is the MPO for Kuala Lumpur. They provide the all ground handling services for both FIT & GIT movements in Kuala Lumpur.
Anticipated launch Date: August/September 2009
Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Mapanget Wisata Travel & Tours is the MPO for Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Run by Mr Reenaldo Wangkar. They want all the people in the world to come visit Yogyakarta first. Anticipated launch date : June/July 2009.
http://www.jogjakarta-hotels.asia Jakarta, Indonesia
Mapanget Wisata Travel & Tours is the MPO for Djakarta, Indonesia. Run by Mr Reenaldo Wangkar. They want all the people in the world to come visit their beautiful city first. Anticipated launch date : June/July 2009.
Ouro Preto, Brazil
Aliar Turismo e Cultura is the MPO for Ouro Preto in Brazil. We turned the city upside down to show you the best accommodations, sights, famous heritage spots and all the local secrets! We have a real crush for Ouro Preto, with its warm, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We know everything there is to know about the ways in Ouro Preto, so we can turn you into a local!
http://www.ouro-preto.travelLos Cabos, Mexico
Gray Line Los Cabos is the MPO for Los Cabos. Gray Line started in 2002 and design and operate their own local tours based on the needs of local people, by doing our tours we visit local communities to promote their artisans to help support their artistry. Gray Line has ambitions to expand to other part of Baja in the coming future and sees WHL as an exciting opportunity for expansion.
Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009
Salar de Uyuni and Sur Lípez, Bolivia
Terra Andina Bolivia is the MPO for Salar de Uyuni and Sur Lípez in Bolivia. They consider themselves “dream merchants”, but “travel specialist to Latin America” best defines their activity. It is important for Terra Andina to propose a responsible tourism, otherwise called fair-trade in tourism, sustainable tourism, or ethical tourism. They believe two worlds meet every time a person moves from one country to another. Presently, they work on 3 projects regarding sustainable tourism: Andes (Tuni), Titicaca Lake (Llachon) and the village of Costa Verde in Brazil.
Anticipated Launch Date: August 2009
http://www.travels-latin-america.com/ Panama City, Panama
Tucaya Panama is the MPO for Panama City. Tucaya is a French-owned tour operator company promoting both Venezuela and Panama tourism destination. Tucaya has first started its operations in Venezuela in 1996 and in 2002 decided to open up the destination Panama. We target individual as well as group travelers and offer wide range of tourism packages in ecotourism, sustainable tourism, and cultural tourism. We are always looking for promoting small-sized businesses and local population initiatives. We actively promote the few sustainable tourism projects that have been implemented so far.
http://www.panamacity-hotels.travel/Northern Circuit of Botswana, Botswana
Cube Safaris is the MPO for the Northern Circuit of Botswana. This destination includes the two of the world\'s most famous safari destinations in Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta. Also in the North you will find the charming town of Maun and the mysteriousNot Makgadikgadi Pans.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009.
Bodrum, Turkey
Titco Tours is the MPO for Bodrum. Small but lovely travel agency, is owned and operated by Gerard Oude Hergelink from the Netherlands and his Turkish wife Shenda Tüfekcioglu. As a foreigner and anthropologist, Gerard has learned how to deal with the people in Turkey, and as a tour leader experienced what travelers who are interested in the history and culture of Turkey, appreciate!
Guadalajara & Tequila, Mexico
Bidding Process is open until November 6th.
Warsaw, Poland
Varsovia Tours is the MPO for the Warsawa in Poland. The company is owned bt Janusz Zebrowski. “Tourism for us must be exciting, because people have just a little free time and if they were going to spend it for travelling, then the journey should be a real joy for them, certainly not disturbing the others and the nature.”
Anticipated Launch Date: March 2010
Ayutthaya, Thailand
Ayutthaya Boat & Travel is the MPO for Ayutthaya, Thailand. As your vacation time is very valuable to you, it is important that your itinerary should be exactly matched to your needs. So they prepare many special and rare journeys in small or private groups for you to choose. Believe it or nor, any of their tours will be an unforgettable joy.
Anticipated Launch Date: March 2010[9:59:43 AM] Rob Shortland says: www.ayutthaya-boat.com Maputo and Southern Mozambique, Mozambique
Dana Tours is the MPO for the four Southern Provinces of Mozambue including Maputo City, Maputo, Gaza, and Inhambane. Lead by Director, Natalie Tenzer-Silva, the team offers some very interesting and unusual day trips on offer that work closely with local communities. Dana Tours caters for discerning clients wanting to experience idyllic Mozambique. Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009
Limpopo, South Africa
Anticipated Start Date: March 2010
Yemen
Eternal Yemen is the MPO for Yemen and is owned and operated by Waleed Mujalli and Tina Zorman. Their goal is to offer a unique experience for guests visiting Yemen, including cooking courses, cultural routes (poetry, legends and storytelling), whilst at the same time working with the local people though education and teaching traditional handicrafts.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010
Jinja, Uganda
The Far Horizon is the MPO for Jinja in Uganda. Operated by Patrick and Victoria Shah, as an industry leading company in their country, the Far horizon provides guests with adventure, comfort and safety - combined with Uganda’s sheer physical beauty. Anticipated Launch Date: December 2009
Kathmandu, Nepal
Outdoor Himalayan Treks is the MPO for Kathmandu. Outdoor Himalayan Treks is one of the leading companies in travel and trekking in Nepal, run by a small but highly professional team with a wealth of experience in adventure travel. The MD Rajendra Sapkota has worked his way up from being a porter and tour guide to eventually running his own company today.
http://www.kathmanduhotel-link.com/ Pokhara, Nepal
Outdoor Himalayan Treks is the MPO for Pokhara. Outdoor Himalayan Treks is one of the leading companies in travel and trekking in Nepal, run by a small but highly professional team with a wealth of experience in adventure travel. The MD Rajendra Sapkota has worked his way up from being a porter and tour guide to eventually running his own company today.
http://www.nepaltraveltrekking.com/ Hammamet, Tunisia
Capitol Travel is the MPO for Hammamet in Tunisia. Ben Rached Tarak and his team has been in operation for around 15 years. The company offers some extraordinary products, including a tour for students to visit a Tunisian farm, and experience the true Tunisian lifestyle and cuisine.
Guatemala
Start Date: March 22 2010
Targeted Destinations:
+ Antigua Guatemala
+ Tikal Petén
+ Verapaces
+ Izabal
+ Quetzaltenango
+ Ciudad de Guatemala
+ Monterrico
+ Others
Surabaja, Indonesia
Mapanget Wisata Travel & Tours is the MPO for Surabaja, Indonesia. Run by Mr Reenaldo Wangkar. They want all the people in the world to come visit their beautiful city first. Anticipated launch date : June/July 2009.
Makassar, Indonesia
Mapanget Wisata Travel & Tours is the MPO for Manado, Indonesia. Run by Mr Reenaldo Wangkar. They want all the people in the world to come visit their beautiful city first. Anticipated launch date : June/July 2009.
Chiloe Island, Chile
Renato Fernando from Turismo Pehuen is the MPO for the Chiloe Island in Chile. Born in 1998 as a family project, after several years Turismo Pehuen became one of the most important travel agencies in the country. Searching for a better life quality, they decided to settle in Chiloe where they could support the touristic development, preserving its natural resources. They truly support the idea of generating jobs opportunities and conserving the traditions and cultural identities. With this concept in mind, Turismo Pehuen tries to offer travelers the best of Chiloe.
http://www.chiloe-palena-hotels.travel/Peloponnese, Greece
Opta Travel is the MPO for Peloponnese in Greece. Opta travel was created in 1974 and its operations have continued through the years, fulfilled with experience, professionalism and a know how build on years of relations with locals and foreign clients. The whl.travel portal will be managed by Charles Berthault.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010
Northern Cyprus, Cyprus
Kaleidoskop Turizm is the MPO for the Northern Cyprus. The company was founded by Irene Raab-Marancos. Over the years she has established various walking routes and the first programme of cultural trekking in the region. Irene and her team have also been trying where possible to influence governing bodies to put more efforts into responsible tourism and working with local schools to promote sustainable projects.
Hyderabad (Andrha Pradesh), India
Essaouira, Morocco
A.L.M is the MPO for Essaouira.
The team has been operating for over 20 years, and share an interest in both e-commerce and sustainable tourism in Morocco. Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009
Kafue National park, Zambia
Wild Side Tours is the MPO for Kafue National Park - a park the size of Wales and twice the size of Yellowstone! Apart from handling all your travel and adventure requirements, Wild Side specialises in personalised tailor-made safaris for individual tourists and smaller groups.
http://www.safari-kafue-zambia.travel/Luxur, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Luxur in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Aswan, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Aswan in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Cartagena, Colombia
Las Pleyades is the MPO for Cartagena in Colombia. As a member of whl.travel, we are committed to promoting sustainable tourism in our local destinations. Starting with the Caribbean paradise of Santa Marta, our aim is to protect and take care of our region and its inhabitants. Our mission consists of sending a message of love to both local people and environment. The acknowledgment of our actions came earlier than we thought. We’ve recently win the Globetrotting for Good competition by Ashoka/Changemakers - www.changemakers.com/en-us/node/21581/winners
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2010http://www.tourpleyades.com/Sharm El Shelkh, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Dahab, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Dahab in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Marsa Alam, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Marsa Alam in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Alexandria, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Alexandria in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Al Gouna, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Al Gouna in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Hurghada, Egypt
Royal Cleopatra Nile Cruise is the MPO for Hurghada in Egypt. For three years they have been promoting sustainable tourism to protect tourism destinations, and to protect tourism as an industry. Royal Cleopatra focusses on contributing to intercultural understanding by favoring businesses which conserve cultural heritage and traditional values.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009
Lusaka, Zambia
Anticipated Start Date: January 2010
Masai Mara and Surroundings, Kenya
Application Period has ended. negotiations are in progress
Malindi, Kenya
Eastern and Southern is the MPO for Malindi in Kenya. This family business is currently working with the African Conservation Centre to help promote tourism and safaris that visit the remote south Rift. Also, in this area NGOs are working closely with the local communities to assist them with the development of market ready small/mid-range accommodation facilities.
Quito, Ecuador
Yachana Foundation is the MPO for Quito. Over the last 18 years, we have generated and invested approximately six million dollars in the Ecuadorian Amazon. This investment of time and resources has underwritten many triumphs. We are truly an integrated development organization involved in many different aspects all designed to improve the lives of the people and protect the environment. We are involved in Geotourism, education, agriculture, healthcare, microenterprise development and technical assistance.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2010http://www.yachana.org.ec/Buenos Aires, Argentina
Vamos Adventure Travel is the MPO for Buenos Aires. Vamos Adventure Travel is managed by Marlo Perry, who has vast experience in the travel industry including; working as a tour leader with Intrepid Travel, Asia Destination Manager for World Expeditions Travel and South America Product Manager for Grasshopper Adventures. Joined by a team of four local full time staff, Vamos offers a range of tours within Argentina and South America. Anticipated Launch Date: July 2010
http://www.vamospanish.com/ Mui Ne, Vietnam
Innoviet is the MPO for Mui Ne. They want your trip to Mui Ne to be a learning experience about the real Vietnam, its people and culture. They also hope that they are able to share their local knowledge with you to make your trip unforgettable!
Bali, Indonesia
Closing Date: December 15th 2009
Pemba and Northern Mozambique, Mozambique
Rwanda
Anticipated Start date: August 2009
Port Elizabeth and Addo, South Africa
Lyon Tours and Safaris is the MPO for Port Elizabeth and Addo. The team, lead by Neil Lyon, specialises in putting together tailor-made luxury safaris within South Africa but particularly within the Eastern Cape.
Yucatan and Chichen Itza, Mexico
Adventures Mexico is the MPO for the Yucatan in Mexico. Originally operating as a group only company, Adventures Mexico is now promoting the FIT market. For the FIT market they specialize in the south east of Mexico with visits to the main archaeological sites, city tours, local family visits and community markets. Director, Luis Herrera-Albertos explains, “We believe that, in the Yucatan area of Mexico, sustainable tourism needs to be always related to supporting Mayan and indigenous communities.”
Anticipated Launch Date: August 2009 http://www.yucatan-hotels.travel/La Paz, Bolivia
Turisbus is the MPO for La Paz in Bolivia. Turisbus is a Destination Management Company, specialized in customized tours around Bolivia and the South of Peru.We offer different cultural tourist trips and Nature and Environmental experiences. We are also aware of the legal aspects of tourism and operate according any requirements given. Turisbus continuously seeks the best and most responsible providers in each destination, and aim to work with the ones that implement sustainable efforts.
http://www.lapaz-bolivia-hotel.travel/ Fes and Meknes, Morocco
Marrakesh Voyage is the MPO for Fes in Morocco. Akim Elanbassi and his team are completely dedicated to travel services and tours that fulfills every interest and desire. They have helped thousands of people explore the extraordinary sights, sounds and rhythms of this remarkable destination. They believe in building bridges of cultural understanding and facilitating lasting relationships.
Lamu, Kenya
Eastern and Southern is the MPO for Lamu in Kenya. This family business is currently working with the African Conservation Centre to help promote tourism and safaris that visit the remote south Rift. Also, in this area NGOs are working closely with the local communities to assist them with the development of market ready small/mid-range accommodation facilities.
Northern Amazon, Ecuador
Yachana Foundation is the MPO for Northern Amazon. Over the last 18 years, we have generated and invested approximately six million dollars in the Ecuadorian Amazon. This investment of time and resources has underwritten many triumphs. We are truly an integrated development organization involved in many different aspects all designed to improve the lives of the people and protect the environment. We are involved in Geotourism, education, agriculture, healthcare, microenterprise development and technical assistance.
Anticipated Launch Date: June 2010http://www.yachana.org.ec South Western Uganda, Uganda
The Far Horizon is the MPO for the South Western Region of Uganda. Operated by Patrick and Victoria Shah, as an industry leading company in their country, the Far horizon provides guests with adventure, comfort and safety - combined with Uganda’s sheer physical beauty. Anticipated Launch Date: February 2010
Agra, India
Uni Crystal Holidays is the MPO for the Agra. India provides you travel opportunities of all kinds, of all forms, and for everyone. Uni Crystal Holidays believe in presenting India in a way that is quite unique, unexplored, and unhindered. They want to show you the possibilities that are immense and unending.
http://www.agra-hotel.in/ São Paulo, Brazil
Intex - Soluções em Turismo is the MPO for São Paulo in Brazil. We turned the city upside down to show you the best accommodations, sights, famous heritage spots and all the local secrets! We have a real crush for São Paulo, this amazing cosmopolitan "Metropole". We know everything there is to know about the ways in São Paulo, so we can show you all nice points of the cityl! b>Anticipated Launch Date: August 2009
Brasília, Brazil
Prestheza Turismo is the MPO for Brasília in Brazil. When founded in April 1986, it dedicated itself exclusively to the receptive, but with well defined objectives and always looking for its clients\' satisfaction, Prestheza Turismo gained its space. Our mission is to show to the world the beauties of the mid-western region of Brazil. Furthermore, our products take into account the preservation of the environment, valorization of the local culture and respect to the social and environmental aspects of each region.
Anticipated Launch Date: September 2009http://prestheza.com.br/english/Recife, Brazil
Trip Noronha is the MPO for Recife. This lively capital, originally founded by Dutch colonizers, is brimming with a vibrant culture, an interesting old town and some nice beaches. Trip Noronha has an everlasting concern with local tourism and work tirelessly with locals and tourists to ensure the ongoing preservation of this natural environment.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010http://www.tripnoronha.com.br/ Isla Margarita, Venezuela
ValenciaLosRoques. com is the MPO for Isla Margarita in Venezuela. We are proud to offer touristic programs to some of the best destinations in Venezuela since 2006. ValenciaLosRoques.com is committed to support the development of services that benefit the tourism and the local community by controlling attitudes which could damage the environment. Also, we only hire local people to work in our business. Since we have a huge responsibility with the society, by doing that we believe we are contributing to the local communities.
Anticipated Launch Date: April 2010http://www.valencialosroques.com/ Santa Marta, Colombia
Las Pleyades is the MPO for Santa Marta in Colombia. As a member of whl.travel, we are committed to promoting sustainable tourism in our local destinations. Starting with the Caribbean paradise of Santa Marta, our aim is to protect and take care of our city and its inhabitants. Our mission consists of sending a message of love to both local people and environment. The acknowledgment of our actions came earlier than we thought. We’ve recently win the Globetrotting for Good competition by Ashoka/Changemakers - www.changemakers.com/en-us/node/21581/winners
http://www.santamarta-hotels-tours.travel Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda
The Far Horizon is the MPO for Kampala and Entebbe, Uganda. Operated by Patrick and Victoria Shah, as an industry leading company in their country, the Far horizon provides guests with adventure, comfort and safety - combined with Uganda’s sheer physical beauty. Anticipated Launch Date: February 2010
Malawi
The application deadline has ended. Negotiations are in progress.
Komodo and Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia
Inciti Tours is the MPO for the Komodo and Lesser Sunda Islands in Indonesia. Incito tour specializes itself in run and promoting the untapped beauty of the Eastern part of Indonesia. It covers the Islands of Komodo, Flores, Sumba, Alor, Solar and other adjacent Islands. The region offers rich variety of both cultural and natural attraction.
http://www.komodo-tours.travel/ Lijiang, China
Lashihai Xintou Ecotourism Company is the MPO for Lijiang in China. Travel with Lijiang Xintuo Ecotourism Tours to a place where mountains, lakes, canyons, forests, animals, plants, villages, religion, and culture merge into a peaceful setting for exploring Northwest Yunnan’s incredible natural and cultural diversity.
Anticipated Launch Date: July 2009http://www.ecotourism.com.cn/ Luang Namtha, Laos
Teamworkz Consulting is the MPO for Luang Namtha. Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Laos. They operate from their office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, and have a keen interest in tourism marketing and sustainable tourism. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful country with others, but to make sure they will still be able to experience and share in the respect of Laos for years to come.
Anticipated launch date: September 2009
Xieng Khouane , Laos
Teamworkz Consulting is the MPO for Xieng Khouane . Meet Lee Sheridan and his team, your local connection in Laos. They operate from their office in the Laos capital of Vientiane, and have a keen interest in tourism marketing and sustainable tourism. Their desire is not only to share this wonderful country with others, but to make sure they will still be able to experience and share in the respect of Laos for years to come.
Anticipated launch date: September 2009
Huaraz and Cordillera Blanca, Peru
Terra Andina Peru is the MPO for Huaraz and Cordillera Blanca in Peru. Terra Andina Peru is a receptive travel. We consider ourselves “dream merchants”, but “travel specialist to Latin America” best defines our activity. People often speak of ecotourism, or of “ethical tourism”. Both aim to show common sense and respect, a consciousness that traveling is at the same time borrowing from and imprinting on the places we encounter. To act with good sense, our company has been helping a community on Titicaca Lake over the past 6 years. And now we will start acting on Huaraz and Cordillera Blanca with the same passion.
Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009
http://www.peru-travels.com/ Cuzco, Peru
Chaska Tours is the MPO for Cuzco in Peru. We are a Peruvian company, and all incoming funds flows directly into Peru\'s economy, employees and Peruvian taxes. Our motto at Chaska Tours is “leave no footprints”. These 3 words describe in a nutshell our view. We strive to keep the impact of our guests as low as possible, educate them and provide funds for conservation of nature and local communities. And we are pleased to inform you that Chaska Tours is now a member of whl.travel.
http://www.cusco-hotel.travel/ Machu Picchu, Peru
Chaska Tours is the MPO for Machu Picchu in Peru. We are a Peruvian company, and all incoming funds flows directly into Peru\'s economy, employees and Peruvian taxes. Our motto at Chaska Tours is “leave no footprints”. These 3 words describe in a nutshell our view. We strive to keep the impact of our guests as low as possible, educate them and provide funds for conservation of nature and local communities. And we are pleased to inform you that Chaska Tours is now a member of whl.travel.
Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009http://www.chaskatours.com Sacred Valley, Peru
Chaska Tours is the MPO for Valle Sagrado de los Incas in Peru. We are a Peruvian company, and all incoming funds flows directly into Peru\\\'s economy, employees and Peruvian taxes. Our motto at Chaska Tours is “leave no footprints”. These 3 words describe in a nutshell our view. We strive to keep the impact of our guests as low as possible, educate them and provide funds for conservation of nature and local communities. And we are pleased to inform you that Chaska Tours is now a member of whl.travel.
Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009http://www.chaskatours.com Arequipa, Peru
Friendly Peru Travel is the MPO for Arequipa in Peru. Friendly Peru Travel was born as an initiative of a group of professionals who were interested in promoting a type of tourism different from the tourism that was being performed in our country up to that moment. Our main motivation is to serve as a linkage between the increasing demand of alternative tourism and the community and family-run touristic initiatives, which are the least favored in the trips towards the main destinations of Peru. We are doing our best to promote these initiatives, and whl.travel is a valuable partner in our mission.
http://www.hotels-arequipa.com/ Colca Canyon, Peru
Friendly Peru Travel is the MPO for Cañon del Colca in Peru. Friendly Peru Travel was born as an initiative of a group of professionals who were interested in promoting a type of tourism different from the tourism that was being performed in our country up to that moment. Our main motivation is to serve as a linkage between the increasing demand of alternative tourism and the community and family-run touristic initiatives, which are the least favored in the trips towards the main destinations of Peru. We are doing our best to promote these initiatives, and whl.travel is a valuable partner in our mission.
Anticipated Launch Date: November 2009http://www.friendlyperutravel.com Honduras
Anticipated Start Date: February 2010
Targeted Destinations:
+ Tegucigalpa
+ Copan Ruinas
+ Others
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