1. Tell us your story. How did Eduvoyage get started?

ITL World commenced from its humble beginnings in 1980’s in Mumbai, India. Initially just a handful of passionate, service driven individuals promoted and offered travel products to both Corporate and Leisure customers from ITL World’s first office in Mumbai.

Under the leadership the brand rapidly grew and subsequently ITL World opened several offices across the Indian Sub-continent. While the brand kept growing, it was from 1998, where ITL World rapidly expanded both in its physical presence and as a strong brand within the trade where airlines, hoteliers and other trade partners recognised ITL World as a strong industry contender.

Our expertise has always been spread across corporate, leisure, VIP, MICE including Educational travel since inception. A strategic outcome, led to the creation of 5 sub brands: ‘ITL World Elite’ (exclusive bespoke travel), ‘MICEminds’ (catering to the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events/Exhibitions), ‘Arabian Experience’ (a fully-fledged Destination Management Company), ‘Tripmakers’ (a state of the art B2B portal & destination management company in UK and the Far-East) and ‘Eduvoyage’ (enriching Education with Travel), making it a comprehensive portfolio of travel related products and services to diverse realms/industries.

In a world brimming with possibilities, EduVoyage, stands as a beacon of exploration, offering young adventurers the opportunity to embark on transformative journeys that transcend the boundaries of the classroom.

2. What makes Eduvoyage different from your competitors?

Founded on the belief that experiential learning is the key to unlocking the full potential of young minds, EduVoyage has carved a niche for itself as a pioneer in the field of educational travel for young people.

EduVoyage introduces learners to the world beyond just the amazing sights and immerse them in knowledge, culture and inspiration. Where possible, learners are given opportunities to engage in community services or interact with other learners and teachers from a local institution, making their trip a responsible one and giving them eye-opening experiences.

Serving everyone from high schools through graduate and postgraduate learners, EduVoyage with its wholly owned GCC wide operation across the region, opens doors to new horizons, fosters a spirit of curiosity and inquiry, and empowers young people to become global citizens of tomorrow. Drawing on a network of seasoned educators, historians, and adventure guides, EduVoyage ensures that each trip is not only educational but also safe, engaging, and enriching. From pre-departure orientation sessions to on-the-ground support, every aspect of the journey is meticulously planned to provide learners with a seamless and unforgettable experience.

Curating specific study tours that cater to subjects like science, history, art and design, volunteering and conservation, drama, and music, and much more, including a wide range of skill-based and linguistic course trips, EduVoyage sources and designs tailored programmes, cost control management, destination management, insurance, and health and safety – nothing is ever overlooked.

3. What is your favourite success story from your organisation?

EduVoyage believes in the power of education to transform lives and shape perspectives. That’s why it is committed to offering a vast selection of educational trips that inspire curiosity, foster cultural appreciation, and promote lifelong learning. Several projects have been well executed under the Eduvoyage banner. Be it space camps, innovation & architectural tours or even volunteering programs, we have been humbled to have served more than 7000+ student and youth movements in the Middle East region to various destinations around the world. The sheer satisfaction of having delivered these experiences is deemed successful for us.

4. What can we expect to see from Eduvoyage in the future?

With our educational travel arm, Eduvoyage we specialize in everything including nature-based excursions to cultural & scientific immersion programs. We understand that educational travel provides a unique way to pursue specialized interests while also gaining a unique perspective of the world. In the Middle East region, we are witnessing interest in Space Camp certification, aviation-related and student exchange programs. Volunteering programs are also gaining momentum, and this includes Teaching Aid, Healthcare and Construction.

5. When organising student trips, it is vital to ensure safety and prioritise their wellbeing throughout the trip. Can you share with us the specific measures you’ve put in place to ensure student safety? .

EduVoyage follows stringent measures to ensure quality, safety and security. From risk assesment to child guarding policy to tour manager’s code of conduct, health compliance and consent forms which are all pre-requisites. Every aspect of the trips are thoroughly inspected to ensure suitability and compliance with safety measures. In addition to faculties from the institutions and local guides, all trips are accompanied by an experienced member of EduVoyage for 24/7 on the ground assistance. Moreover, all our student travels are mandatorily protected with Travel Insurance.