Tracing its roots back to the early 1980's as a pioneer in cultural travel, Group IST encompasses a family of brands and joint ventures designing and operating unparalleled specialty travel opportunities for groups and individuals alike. Backed by a global team with decades of industry experience, and the satisfaction of both partners and customers, Group IST proudly serves as the go-to partner for brands seeking to expand into the travel industry and the North American market. Working collaboratively with your team, we take on the following roles: Design partner: Whether you aim to plant your flag at the summit of Kilimanjaro, connect your customers to the work you do in the field, or expand your brand footprint to real-world experiences, GroupIST will transform your vision into salient and repeatable travel experience. Operations: Product design may capture the imagination, but operations ensures sustainable success. From on the ground operations and airfare handling, to omnichannel customer service and all things finance — our team spans many timezones and all back-office needs for smooth and seamless travel operations. Efficiency and value-add are what we strive for. Marketing & Sales: Without proper distribution, products may be market-ready but remain on the sidelines. The North American travel market is as massive as it is fragmented. Allow us to be your guide to reaching the audiences most eager to book your travel experiences, and the distribution partners that can deliver most impact for your bottom line.