Intrepid Travel is a unique company that truly believes in the "Take Only Memories, Leave Only Footprints" model. However, the footprints they leave behind directly benefit the villages seen in their tours. Using only local resources like minibuses, family-run hotels and tiny restaurants, the small tour groups of no more than 12 people can support the inhabitants while getting a better feel for the area they are visiting. Their brochure lists trips all over the world with varying levels of luxury, from backpacker up to premium and tour types include expedition, gourmet, and family. Intrepid has also created the Intrepid Foundation who work with groups like Spring Bud Plan, helping Chinese girls return to school; KOTO, providing vocational training for former street children in Vietnam; and Braille Without Borders, rehabilitating and training blind Tibetan children. [Elana]
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