Locosporviajar.org, a solidarity initiative launched by 22 travel agencies that sell their own medium- and long-haul trips.
We have come together to give a voice to the problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which threatens our economic survival, and to build a community with those travellers who are eagerly awaiting the reopening of borders so they can choose a destination and travel again.
All the agencies involved in this initiative offer a carefully designed, specialist product. Some of us were among the first in Spain to offer a trip that let you fleeing conventional tourism. Today, however, both established and newer agencies share the same philosophy: bringing travellers closer to the reality of a destination through unique experiences, sustainably, making them the protagonists of great stories.
In the 1980s, we PIONEERED specialist trips that had not previously existed on the Spanish market.
What we intend to achieve with the creation of LOCOSPORVIAJAR.ORG
- Join forces
Joining forces to face the COVID-19 crisis. Taking proactive action to ensure our businesses survive and to develop new opportunities. Bringing together the varied concerns of agencies that, although competitors, understand that unity offers a solution: large, small, established and new. We are a diverse group working towards a common goal. - Expose our situation
Raise awareness of our specific problems and involve public authorities in solving them. Seek dialogue with everyone involved in this crisis. Find the most effective ways to resolve its economic and legal repercussions. If necessary, press for legislative change to provide greater protection against this crisis. - Synergies for a future scenario
We work together to define a new model of travel culture, to make our activity more sustainable and to put the seed in travelers to grow a more respectful philosophy of moving around the world. - Building a community of travellers
Keep travellers informed as the situation develops so that, when travel becomes possible, they choose an agency that designs its own trips and puts safety first. - Encourage travel through an agency that designs its own trips, and RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
Help travellers understand the benefits of choosing agencies offering specialist trips designed by experts, prioritising meaningful experiences and supporting destination communities with resources for health, education and social development.
- Protect customer investment
Find ways to protect customers’ travel deposits, avoiding unnecessary cancellation costs and keeping their investment intact for future trips.
10 reasons to travel with an agency that designs its own medium- and long-haul trips
1. We offer specialist trips
Each agency’s personality and experience come through in the trips it offers. We design small group and tailor-made trips around each traveller’s interests, dreams and budget.
2. Traveling safely
Travelling with an agency that designs its own trips brings the reassurance of expert guidance. We create itineraries from first-hand knowledge of each destination, and our home office helps us respond to any complications, backed by the best travel insurance.
3. Advice and experience
In our offices you will meet travellers and specialists in our destinations, ready to help you choose the trip that best suits your interests and budget.
4. Optimizing your time
Leave the trip planning to us. Agencies that create their own trips offer unique experiences and take care of the details. Focus on enjoying yourself!
5. No unexpected costs
We manage the budget and control the expenses during the trip to avoid contingencies.
6. Travel experiences
We take you to remote places you might not reach independently. We design trips beyond mass tourism, connecting you with daily life in the destination, led by experienced travellers who offer a unique experience. Choose a small-group trip or a route created entirely for you.
7. Ability to respond to unforeseen events
We have the experience and resources to respond effectively to the unexpected, giving you peace of mind that you are in good hands.
8. Responsible tourism
As agencies that design our own trips, we maintain close ties with the communities we visit, supporting health, education and social development projects through our contributions.
9. Destination specialists
Agencies that design their own trips have trained specialist teams. Our trips draw on the knowledge of Spanish and local guides, as well as local drivers, cooks and other staff. Their experience makes each journey enriching and unique.
10. Travel community
Our trips bring together people who share your interests and passion for discovering unique experiences around the world. We are all part of a travelling community.