Travel Counsellors launches 'Enriching Escapes' itineraries

Developed with the support of sustainable tourism charity, the Travel Foundation, the project aims to ensure that tourism has more of a positive impact on destinations and is the first time they have directly supported a tour operator to create multi-day itineraries. The itineraries are seamlessly integrated into TC Journeys, which is powered by Travel Counsellors’ digital platform Phenix, enabling business owners to offer premium, more eco-conscious holiday experiences. This marks a pivotal step in the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible tourism as well as building on their success as a tour operator. 

Exclusive to Travel Counsellors, the collection features eight bespoke designed itineraries focused on Costa Rica, Cambodia and Thailand. These include dining at a social enterprise restaurant in Siem Reap aimed at upskilling disadvantaged communities; meeting Costa Rica’s Boruca Indigenous Community and learning how to make their vibrant Boruca masks; and exploring Thailand by rail, giving guests the chance to explore lesser-visited destinations such as Ayutthaya. Each trip has gone through an assessment process to reduce environmental impact, support local economies and protect cultural heritage, all while offering travellers meaningful, memory-filled experiences. 

Joe Whittle, Sustainability and Impact Lead at Travel Counsellors, said: “Our mission has always been to create bespoke travel experiences that make a positive difference. Through our partnership with the Travel Foundation, we’ve introduced a fresh perspective on itinerary design - one that ensures tourism delivers meaningful benefits to destinations."

“In collaboration with Travel Counsellors and their destination partners, we’ve drawn on our decades of experience to create a simple framework that helps ensure each decision—whether it’s the choice of transport, accommodation, or activities—is thoughtfully designed to maximise positive impacts.” said Rebecca Armstrong, Head of Impact at the Travel Foundation.