Unforgettable Southeast Asia with V'Explore Tours: Plan Your Journey Now!

December 6, 2024

Hello, Wonderous Travelers!

Starting today, we’re kicking off a new series showcasing a select number of our preferred partners sprinkled in between our regular blog posts! These features will be short, sweet, and bursting with insights into the fantastic companies we trust to deliver unforgettable travel experiences for our clients.

First up, let’s spotlight V’Explore Tours — one of our preferred partners for FIT (Fully Independent Travel) primarily in Southeast Asia and now in Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea.

A Closer Look at V’Explore Tours

Owned by the dynamic duo Kay and Derrick, V’Explore Tours is based in California, with offices in Vietnam and Thailand. Plans are underway to add new offices in Laos or Cambodia, reflecting their ever-expanding horizon.

Resilience During COVID-19

During the pandemic, V’Explore created a strategy to maintain their high standards. When travel re-opened, Kay retained her in-country staff, including admin, guides, and drivers. They explored their own countries, and in 2021, conducted site inspections of every property in their portfolio. This proactive approach led to some properties being dropped and new ones added, ensuring only the best experiences for travelers post-pandemic.

Unique Experiences with V’Explore Tours

Private & Customized Itineraries: Satisfy your wanderlust with V’Explore’s exclusive private tours. Dive deep into the rich cultures, captivating history, tantalizing flavors all while enjoying a personalized and immersive experience. V’Explore and your travel advisor here at Willamette International Travel collaborate to create distinctive, handcrafted journeys that align perfectly with the interests, needs, and schedules of every traveler, transforming aspirations into fulfilling realities.
Unmatched Dedication to Service: V’Explore’s exceptional service is grounded in profound regional knowledge, exceptional value, engaging guides, exclusive offerings, and the highest operational standards. Their unwavering commitment ensures every traveler enjoys an extraordinary journey from start to finish.

*Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond in South Korea*

Signature Inclusions by V’Explore Tours

Pre-Arrival Introductions: About a week before you arrive in a country, you’ll receive an introduction to your guides, complete with their photo and contact information, as well as how to contact the General Manager of V’Explore’s office in-country. Our clients love this extra touch of personalization!
On-Arrival Convenience: In Vietnam, your clients are provided with a cell phone pre-loaded with essential contacts—your guide, V’Explore’s office, and the GM. It also includes unlimited international calls, ensuring you can keep in touch with family and friends throughout your travels.

*Wat Xiengthong Buddhist temple in Luang Prabang, Laos*

Special Tours

Kay also offers a select few escorted tours each year, including:

Tet Tour: An immersive experience during the Vietnamese Tet Festival.
Textile Tour: A deep dive into the rich textile traditions of Southeast Asia.

Testimonials

“Some of the nice touches V’Explore has – someone meets you right as you get off the plane, and walk with you to the arrivals area, we were taken to a special desk and our visas were processed and we paid our fee, this line was very short, the other lines were really long we would have been in line forever if it weren’t for V’Explore. They are there to help with checked luggage and walk you right to your transportation. When ready to depart, a V’Explore person meets you at the airport and takes you to the preferred check-in line for your airline, also saving time and very nice.” – Barb Baumer

*Barb at Lempuyang Temple in Bali with V’Explore*

“V’Explore with my guide, Mr. Dewa, was wonderful! Mr. Dewa is knowledgeable, kind and generous. I feel like I was really able to experience a lot in the short time I was there. I learned a lot about Bali’s economy and society while we were driving around. I was so grateful for V’Explore’s full-focus drivers — traffic was incredibly complex – and they drive on the left side!

It was so cool to experience busy Ubud, then to see more of the “countryside” north and east when we went to the Munduk area and finally the southern coastal areas. The hotels were amazing! I really appreciated ending with REVIVO. I did some relaxing and there were wonderful, meaningful conversations with folks who live in other parts of the world! Thank you again!” – Jessica M.

Ultimately…

We are incredibly proud to partner with V’Explore Tours to bring you these once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Whether you’re eager to explore the bustling streets of Tokyo, absorbing yourself in the beautiful landscapes of the Mekong River, or savoring the distinctive flavors of Vietnamese street-food, V’Explore Tours will exceed your expectations in every way.

Reach out to us at Willamette International Travel to plan your customized journey today! Don’t miss out on the chance to discover the magic of Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan with the best in the business.