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Leading travel brand tour operator for 18–35-year-olds, Contiki, is helping first-time travelers go global with its newly launched passport promotion program.
According to Contiki, research shows more than half of Americans under 30 have never owned a passport.
As a result, the initiative will cover the cost of a first-time passport for 100 U.S. travelers ages 18-35 who book a European trip of seven days or more.
“Travel is one of the most transformative experiences a young person can have,” said Toni Ambler, Chief Customer Officer at Contiki. “By covering the cost of a first passport, we hope to make it easier for more Americans to join the global travel community and embark on life-changing adventures. This initiative is about opening doors to new cultures, new friendships, and new perspectives that will stay with travelers long after their journey ends.”
In addition to the passport program, Contiki recently introduced new, lower prices across a range of Europe itineraries, from multi-country adventures like European Highlights to immersive single-country journeys like Portugal Highlights. With the travel leader’s flexible pay-over-time option plan, travelers can book their spot with only a $200 deposit.
Travelers age 18-35 can apply for the free passport offer by completing a form on the Contiki website, upload a passport photo headshot and receive a $165 promo code to cover the cost of their passport application.
This article originally appeared in TravelPulse.
Contact My Journey Begins Travel to plan and book your international guided tour with Contiki and take advantage of their Passport Promotion Program.
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