Waypoints

It's true our clients seek to learn and contribute while having fun. "Ecology", "sustainability", and "wellness" are just a few of the words that often come up in our trip planning conversations. In other words, we're talking about mindful travel. 


We're thrilled to introduce Waypoints, our spotlight on travel that makes a positive impact. A waypoint is an intermediate place on a travel route where the course changes and progress toward the destination continues. Our select partners lead the way with inclusive, purposeful, and ethical tourism. Keep an eye on this page, we're excitedly making new connections. Scroll down for your next: 


Wildlife-friendly Travel | Eco-focused Travel | Science-focused Travel

Research Expedition | Sustainable Travel | Inclusive Travel

Accessible Travel | Cuisine & Cultural Traditions Travel

Tour Radar

With Tour Radar, travel is a superpower. Their adventurous spirit is fueled by their unwavering commitment to people, the planet, and sustainable economic growth. By connecting people to life-enriching adventures, Tour Radar helps forge a path toward a brighter and more sustainable future for all.

  • Climate Action Plan
  • Alignment with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
  • Glasgow Declaration
  • Sustainability Resolutions
  • Carbon Measurements


Salutations Travel is proud to be a Tour Radar Agent.

Intrepid Travel

For 30 years Intrepid Travel has been paying the joys of travel forward with immersive itineraries, local leaders, small groups, sustainable travel, and actionable research. 


Every Intrepid journey delivers a balance of inclusions and free time, a mix of classic highlights and local secrets. And of course, an authentic real life experience.

  • First global tour operator to introduce a responsible travel department
  • First global tour operator with verifiable science-based targets
  • UN Global Compact Signatory
  • Carbon-neutral since 2010
  • Named one of TIME Magazine Top 100 Most Influential Companies
  • B Corp certified and named among B Corp’s Best for the World™ 


Salutations Travel is proud to be a certified Intrepid Specialist.

National Geographic Journeys
A Collaboration with G Adventures

National Geographic Journeys take you deep into the culture and history of the places you visit. Small group tours support community projects and further the work of National Geographic’s scientists, explorers, and educators around the world.

G Adventures

G Adventures means G for Good. With their community tourism platform, G Adventures takes travelers on fun, culturally enriching journeys that benefit the people and places visited.

  • Responsible Travel Policy
    • Animal Welfare
    • Child Welfare
    • Climate Action
    • Respect for Local Cultures
    • Plastics Partnership Project
    • Traveler Conduct Policy
    • Statement on Slavery
  • Creating Positive Impact
    • Planeterra Partnership
    • Ripple Score
    • Grow One Tree Per Travel Day
    • LGBTQ+ Inclusivity at G Adventures
Mālama Hawaiʻi Program


Experience Hawaiʻi on a much deeper and connected level through the Mālama Hawaiʻi Program. The relationship between people and place grows stronger every time you mālama (take care and give back). 


When you volunteer with local organizations on projects such as habitat stewardship, reforestation, or sustainable farming during your trip, participating hotels will share a special discount or even a free night. We'll be happy to coordinate the arrangements for you. 

Virgin Voyages

More than a front-runner in "always-included luxury", Virgin Voyages is leading a sea change in ocean cruising with a goal of Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050. 

  • Adapted Cabins
  • Magellan Award for LGBTQ+ Traveler
  • Magellan Award for Eco-friendly "Sustainable" Cruise Ship
  • ASTA Green Partner in Travel Award
  • Heat from the ship's engines converted to clean energy
  • Wastewater is purified clean enough to drink
  • Tinted windows, LED lighting, and room sensors reduce energy use and carbon footprint
  • Retail products are ethically sourced
  • Tour guides and local partners meet set standards for ethical practices
  • Sunscreen is reef-safe
  • Single-use plastics are banned from the sailor experience
  • No to buffets, yes to sustainable seafood & direct trade coffee
  • Sea Change Report


Salutations Travel is proud to be a Virgin Voyages certified Gold First Mate.