About FAM Trip

FAM trip stands for "Familiarization Trip," which are typically designed to offer tourism industry professionals such as travel agents, tour operators, meeting planners, or travel journalists who are interested in promoting and selling particularly Nepal as a main destination or add on destination.

In some cases, the participants may need to demonstrate that they are actively promoting Nepal as a prime destination or its product to their clients or have a minimum level of sales to qualify for the trip. It's important to note that FAM trips are not typically open to the general public or leisure travelers.

Why with Going Nepal?

FAM trips offered by Going Nepal Pvt. Ltd. – Tailor-made Luxury DMC can be a valuable investment for tourism industry professionals who are looking to expand their product knowledge, build their network, and offer unique and authentic experiences to their clients who are enthusiastic to visit Nepal. Here are some notable benefits of FAM trips for travel industry professionals:

Why FAM Trip?

Enhance Destination and Product Knowledge: FAM trips offer an opportunity to experience Nepal's culture, history, natural beauty, and tourism offerings firsthand. This experience helps travel professionals to gain a deeper understanding of the destination and its attractions, which can enhance their product knowledge and improve their ability to sell Nepal to their clients.

ü  Networking Opportunities: FAM trips bring together travel industry professionals from different parts of the world, offering opportunities to network, exchange ideas and build relationships with peers and suppliers. This can lead to valuable business contacts and collaborations in the future.

ü  Personalized Attention: FAM trips are usually hosted by the local suppliers, who provide personalized attention and expert guidance to the participants. They can offer insights and tips on how to best sell Nepal to their clients, as well as answer any questions and concerns about the destination.

ü  Cost-Effective: FAM trips are often subsidized or fully sponsored by the host, which means that the travel professionals can experience the destination at a significantly reduced cost. This can be an excellent opportunity for small businesses or independent travel agents who may not have the budget to visit Nepal on their own.

ü  Unique Experiences: FAM trips often include activities and experiences that may not be available to regular travelers. For example, travel professionals may get the chance to visit off-the-beaten-path destinations, meet local artisans, attend cultural events, or participate in adventure activities such as trekking or rafting.

ü  Increased Exposure: FAM trips can provide an opportunity for travel writers and bloggers to experience the destination firsthand, which can lead to increased exposure and coverage in their articles, blogs, or social media platforms.

ü  Authentic Storytelling: FAM trips offer travel writers and travel bloggers have the ample opportunities to immerse themselves in the Nepali culture, history, and lifestyle, which can result in more authentic and engaging storytelling.

Who can join the FAM Trips?

Ø  Outbound tour operators

Ø  Travel writers and travel bloggers

Terms and Conditions to be followed by FAM Trip Participants:

Familiarization Trips (FAM Trips) are organized for travel agents, tour operators, and other travel industry professionals to experience a destination firsthand. To participate in a FAM trip, participants are typically required to follow certain terms and conditions, which may vary depending on the organizer and the destination. Here are some common terms and conditions that FAM trip participants may be required to follow:

Ø  Eligibility: FAM trips are usually open only to travel industry professionals who are actively selling or promoting the destination. Participants may be required to provide proof of their profession, such as a business card or letter of employment.

Ø  Registration: Participants must register for the FAM trip in advance, and may be required to pay a registration fee or provide a deposit.

Ø  Participation: Participants must agree to participate in all planned activities and events, unless excused by the organizer due to illness or other valid reasons.

Ø  Behavior: Participants are expected to behave professionally and respectfully at all times during the FAM trip. This includes respecting local customs and laws, and avoiding behavior that could harm the reputation of the destination or the organizer.

Ø  Confidentiality: Participants may be required to sign a confidentiality agreement, agreeing not to disclose any proprietary or confidential information about the destination or the organizer.

Ø  Feedback: Participants may be asked to provide feedback about their experience, and agree to do so honestly and constructively.

Ø  Liability: Participants must sign a waiver releasing the organizer and the destination from any liability for personal injury, property damage, or other losses incurred during the FAM trip.

Ø  Insurance: Participants may be required to provide proof of travel insurance, emergency evacuation service, including medical cost and COVID19 treatment cost.

Ø  Social media: Participants may be asked to promote the destination on social media, and agree to do so in a positive and truthful manner.

Ø  Follow-up: Participants may be asked to follow up with the organizer after the FAM trip, providing feedback and reporting any bookings or sales resulting from the trip.