Entrée Destinations

What Entrée Destinations does

Entrée Destinations is a Vancouver-based, privately held bespoke luxury travel agency founded in 1994 that designs and curates customized itineraries across all 13 Canadian provinces and territories plus Alaska. The company serves high-net-worth individuals and luxury family travelers with quote-based trips typically priced between $10,000 and $30,000 per person (with some packages reaching $50,000–$65,900 per family), spanning bucket-list experiences, wildlife encounters (polar bears, grizzlies, belugas), northern lights viewing, heli-fishing, ski holidays, private villa rentals, and Indigenous-led cultural exchanges. Specialized sub-products include The Villa Collection (luxury private villas in British Columbia and Alberta), The Stories of Canada (community-based cultural journeys narrated by Michael J. Fox), Trips of a Lifetime, and a 2026 FIFA World Cup package launched in partnership with Destination British Columbia.

Revenue is generated through professional services for custom itinerary planning, with all pricing quote-based and no e-commerce functionality. The go-to-market model is sales-led, combining direct website and phone consultation (toll-free and Vancouver lines) with bottom-of-funnel referrals from travel advisors via preferred partner status within the Virtuoso luxury travel network and broader travel-agent consortia. Partnerships with Fairmont Hotels and Four Seasons provide inventory access and preferred treatment. The agency has been consecutively recognized as a Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist (2025, 2026) and Travel Weekly A-List Travel Advisor (2025, 2026), with additional high-visibility coverage in Travel + Leisure.

Operationally, the company runs lean with 11–50 employees, no proprietary technology platform, no disclosed funding or outside investors, and no M&A activity. Distribution and competitive defensibility rest on three decades of destination expertise, supplier relationships, brand identity (The Stories of Canada proprietary program), and the high-touch planner-client relationships characteristic of luxury travel advisory. Marc Telio serves as President & CEO.

Name

Entrée Destinations

Legal name

Entrée Destinations

Website

https://entreedestinations.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Entrée Destinations is a Vancouver-based, privately held bespoke luxury travel agency designing customized itineraries across Canada and Alaska for high-net-worth individuals, luxury families, and private groups, with average trips priced $10,000–$30,000 per person.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Travel Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (561520)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Multi-Day Tour Operators (THAKADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports & Active Travel Agencies (e.g., ski, golf, dive) (THAKAFAJ), Safari & Wildlife Travel Agencies (THAKAFAG)

Keywords

• Luxury travel planning
• Bespoke travel itineraries
• Canada tourism services
• Alaska adventure travel
• Luxury vacation curation

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Luxury Travel Planning and Customized Itinerary Services: Entrée Destinations generates revenue through planning and curating bespoke luxury travel experiences throughout Canada and Alaska. Pricing is entirely quote-based, with trips ranging from approximately $3,500 to $65,000+ per person or family depending on duration, accommodation level, activities, and exclusivity. The company offers various budget tiers from $5,000-$10,000 per person up to $50,000+ per person, with most trips falling in the $10,000-$30,000 range.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Entrée Destinations plans and curates bespoke luxury travel itineraries throughout Canada and Alaska for affluent individual travelers and families. The offering is fully customized per client, incorporating premium lodging (Fairmont, Four Seasons, private villas), remote-wilderness experiences (polar bears, beluga whales, grizzly viewing, heli-fishing), Indigenous cultural exchanges, ski holidays, and event-based travel such as FIFA World Cup 2026 packages, supported by 24/7 in-trip assistance.

Product overview

Entrée Destinations is a bespoke luxury travel company specializing in customized journeys throughout Canada and Alaska. The core product is personalized travel planning and curation services, supported by a portfolio of specialized trip categories and collections. The product portfolio includes: Canada Luxury Travel Trips (the primary offering covering all Canadian provinces and territories with categories including wildlife encounters, ski holidays, winter experiences, fishing, family holidays, rail journeys, road trips, and Indigenous experiences); Alaska Luxury Travel Trips (featuring wildlife watching, fishing adventures, and winter tours); The Villa Collection (luxury private villas in British Columbia and Alberta); The Stories of Canada (community-based cultural journeys narrated by Michael J. Fox); Trips of a Lifetime (bucket-list itineraries); World Cup 2026 Packages (event-specific travel); and specialized sub-products for winter experiences, wildlife encounters, ski holidays, and Alaska-specific wildlife and fishing adventures. All offerings are fully customizable and feature 24/7 travel support, expert local knowledge, and partnerships with luxury hotels and resorts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Canada Luxury Travel Trips Bespoke luxury travel planning and curated itineraries throughout Canada, covering regions including British Columbia, Alberta, Quebec, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island. Includes specialized trip categories such as wildlife encounters, ski holidays, winter experiences, fishing holidays, family holidays, rail journeys, road trips, and Indigenous cultural experiences.
• Alaska Luxury Travel Trips Bespoke luxury travel experiences throughout Alaska, including wildlife watching, fishing adventures, winter tours, Inside Passage journeys, Denali National Park excursions, and multi-sport adventure tours featuring remote wilderness lodges.
• The Villa Collection A curated collection of luxury private villas in British Columbia and Alberta, including properties in Whistler, Desolation Sound, Sonora Island, Sunshine Coast, and Jasper. Features include private chefs, helipads, boot warmers, and personalized concierge services.
• The Stories of Canada A collection of community-based luxury travel itineraries featuring local Canadian storytellers and authentic cultural exchanges. Includes regional journeys through British Columbia, Alberta, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island, with a focus on Indigenous experiences and reciprocal community impact.
• Trips of a Lifetime Bucket-list luxury travel itineraries combining Canada's best destinations with quintessential experiences, including private yacht cruises, seaplane transfers to remote wilderness lodges, Rocky Mountains tours, and customizable high-end journeys.
• World Cup 2026 Packages Luxury travel packages for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Includes private alpine escapes, coastal yacht adventures, Indigenous-led cultural encounters, VIP greetings, private dining, luxury transfers, and pre/post game travel extensions.
• Winter Experiences Luxury winter travel experiences including northern lights viewing in Yukon and Northwest Territories, dogsledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, glacier trekking, and winter lodge stays in Canada's Rocky Mountains and northern regions.
• Wildlife Encounters Luxury wildlife viewing experiences including polar bear tours in Churchill, beluga whale watching, grizzly bear viewing in Great Bear Rainforest, spirit bear expeditions, and marine wildlife zodiac tours in British Columbia.
• Ski Holidays Customized luxury ski vacations in Canada's premier downhill destinations including Whistler, Canadian Rockies (Banff/Lake Louise), and Mont Tremblant. Includes private ski guides, luxury accommodations at Fairmont Hotels and Four Seasons, and winter activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and dogsledding.
• Alaska Wildlife Watching Tours Luxury wildlife viewing experiences in Alaska including bear watching in Katmai National Park and Brooks Falls, humpback whale watching in the Inside Passage, moose spotting in Denali National Park, and Kodiak brown bear expeditions.
• Alaska Fishing Adventures Luxury fishing trips in Alaska including heli-fishing, Kenai River sportfishing, halibut fishing off Homer, Bristol Bay fishing lodges, and freshwater/saltwater fishing combinations with wildlife viewing opportunities.

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Condé Nast TravelercoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Featured as a Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist, providing credibility and visibility among affluent luxury travelers. This recognition positions Entrée Destinations as an elite travel provider for Canada and Alaska experiences.
• Destination British ColumbiamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Official partnership for World Cup 2026 host city events in Vancouver. Co-developing curated luxury travel experiences around the tournament for visiting fans and hospitality clients.
• VirtuosocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred partner status within Virtuoso luxury travel network, generating qualified referrals from member travel advisors worldwide. Access to high-net-worth traveler client base through established consortia.
• Fairmont HotelscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClose working relationships with Fairmont properties including Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Fairmont Pacific Rim, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Preferred access and exclusive experiences at Fairmont properties featured prominently in itineraries.
• Four Seasons HotelscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Four Seasons ensures best treatment and exclusive access for clients at luxury properties throughout Canada.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Tauck: Large-scale, family-owned luxury tour operator offering guided multi-day itineraries across six continents — broader incumbent operating at higher volume and brand scale but overlapping on premium multi-day tour model.
• Pursuit (Banff Jasper Collection): Hospitality-and-experiences company operating hotels, attractions, and tours in Banff, Jasper, Glacier, and Alaska — adjacent incumbent that controls significant inventory Entrée books into and represents both a supplier partner and broader competitive player.

Direct peers

• Adventure Canada: Small-ship expedition and active-adventure operator focused on Canada and the North Atlantic, offering wildlife, cultural, and Indigenous-led experiences — the closest direct analogue to Entrée's Canada/Alaska offering at the luxury-end.
• Black Tomato: Bespoke luxury travel company specialising in tailormade, experience-led itineraries for HNW travelers including polar, wildlife, and remote-destination trips — directly comparable bespoke-service and experiential model.
• Butterfield & Robinson: Luxury walking, cycling, and active travel operator designing private and small-group journeys at premium price points worldwide — directly comparable on bespoke luxury active/adventure model and HNW clientele.
• Authentic Vacations: Boutique luxury tour operator building custom itineraries across the Americas and Europe at premium price points — comparable on tailored-trip model, HNW customer segment, and small-team operations.
• Lindblad Expeditions: Public expedition cruise company partnering with National Geographic on wildlife, polar, and wilderness voyages at premium price points — overlaps strongly on Alaska/Canada wildlife expeditions and HNW experiential travel.
• Wilderness Travel: Berkeley-based luxury small-group adventure operator with 40+ years offering customized itineraries across the Americas and worldwide — comparable on bespoke planning service, small-team structure, and high-trip-value model.
• Natural Habitat Adventures: World's first carbon-neutral, WWF-affiliated luxury adventure travel company focused on wildlife-viewing itineraries in North America and worldwide — directly comparable on wildlife product, premium pricing, and concierge-style service.
• Geographic Expeditions (GeoEx): Pioneer of small-group adventure travel offering customized cultural and wildlife itineraries worldwide — comparable on bespoke planning service, premium trip pricing, and experiential luxury positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/entreecanada
• Facebookfacebook.com/entreedestinations
• Instagraminstagram.com/entreedestinations
• Xx.com/EntreeCanada

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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