What: Lindblad Expeditions Buys DuVine and Off the Beaten Path
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. has acquired majority stakes in DuVine Cycling + Adventure Co., a luxury cycling and adventure travel company, and Off the Beaten Path LLC, an active travel operator that specializes in U.S. National Parks and also offers trips across Europe, Africa, Central and South America, Australia and the South Pacific.
Similar to its approach with previously acquired Natural Habitat Adventures, the company plans to accelerate the growth of its two new brands, including expanding DuVine’s roster of trips that combine sailing and biking experiences.
Why It Matters: Outdoor Travel Experiences Are Likely to Grow in Demand
Lindblad’s new acquisitions reflect growing demand within the travel industry for active, outdoor and adventure opportunities. These markets have seen increasing popularity among travelers for a number of years, and are likely to continue to be in high demand as post-pandemic travel resumes, with many clients prioritizing socially distant and outdoor options.
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The brand additions will allow Lindblad to offer a broader and deeper lineup of experiential products within these key markets, as well as expand the ability of DuVine and Off the Beaten Path to reach a wider range of clients.
What They’re Saying: Responsible Travel and Authentic Experiences Mark New Partnerships
“I have long admired Lindblad for their exceptional expeditions and commitment to responsible travel, a core value that has also guided DuVine’s philosophy,” said Andy Levine, founder and president of DuVine. “Our companies share not only a desire to sustain the world’s most compelling cultures and communities, but also the belief that authentic, deeply rooted experiences make travel more fulfilling. DuVine’s journeys offer a new perspective grounded in active travel, local flavor and an appreciation of nature from the seat of a bicycle. I can’t wait to introduce the transformative power of bike travel to a greater audience of adventure seekers.”
“We couldn’t be more excited to join Lindblad Expeditions and Natural Habitat Adventures to further our mission to change peoples’ lives through exceptional travel experiences,” said Cory Lawrence, president of Off the Beaten Path. “With our unique style of travel, strong domestic presence and small group and bespoke travel design offerings, we are well-positioned to have immediate impact on the newly expanded family of companies. Expanding awareness of Off the Beaten Path and its unique offerings by leveraging the reach and expertise of both Lindblad and Natural Habitat is a major opportunity for our company in its 35th year of operation. We are thrilled.”
The Details
DuVine Cycling + Adventure Co.
www.duvine.com
Lindblad Expeditions
www.expeditions.com
Off the Beaten Path
www.offthebeatenpath.com
