Intrepid opens applications for 2026 Agent FAM Program

Intrepid Travel has opened applications for its 2026 Agent FAM Program, offering travel advisors across the United States and Canada opportunities to experience destinations and trip styles from March through December 2026.

The program includes FAM trips across Central and South America, Europe, North Africa and East Asia. 

Destinations include Belize, Guatemala, Turkey, South Korea, Peru, Morocco, and a multi-country European itinerary covering Hungary, Austria, Slovenia and Croatia.

FAM trips are scheduled around specific trip styles. 

In March, advisors can experience short breaks in Guatemala and Belize. 

June features food and culture-focused trips in South Korea, while October showcases adventure and trekking experiences in Peru. 

December FAMs will highlight European Christmas markets.

While FAM itineraries are customized for advisor education, several closely follow existing Intrepid trips, including Central America, Christmas markets and Peru trek offerings.

All FAMs will be hosted by members of Intrepid's Partnerships Team. 

Participation fees start at $550 CAD, with a portion of each fee donated to Intrepid Foundation partners in the destination visited. 

Intrepid estimates more than $18,000 CAD will be donated to local community organizations through the 2026 program.

For the first time, advisors can apply with a single application covering all FAM opportunities. 

Applicants can select multiple trips of interest. 

A disclaimer is included for trekking-based trips such as Peru.

Applications for Central America FAMs close December 31, 2025. 

All other FAM applications close January 28, 2026. 

Due to limited space and high demand, early applicants will be considered first as trips are finalized.

"Our 2026 FAM program is about giving advisors real, firsthand insight into what makes Intrepid different," said Caroline Tinley, head of partnerships, Canada at Intrepid Travel. 

"By experiencing our trips on the ground, advisors gain the knowledge and credibility to match clients with the right destinations and travel styles, while also supporting the local communities that make these journeys possible."

All U.S. and Canadian advisors are eligible to apply regardless of consortia or partnership affiliation. 

Full details, eligibility requirements and the application form are available on the Intrepid Agent Hub.

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