Experience the Innovative Difference

Presenting Your Keys to the Kingdom
When New Zealand based founder Robyn Galloway created Innovative Travel in 1990, it was with large dreams and humble beginnings. Having experienced an amazing warm welcome as she travelled through the ancient kingdoms of Egypt, Jordan, and Israel in the late 1980’s, a passion was born to connect with other likeminded travellers and share these amazing experiences.
In 1996 there was a keystone moment when Innovative Travel had the privilege of Egypt based Elhamy ElZayat joining Innovative Travel, and he later became a Director, expanding on his role of local representative in Cairo. This coincided with Elhamy being appointed as Honorary Consul General for New Zealand to Egypt. He was later awarded the Queen’s Birthday Honor, NZ Order of Merit, MNZM by former Prime Minister Helen Clarke, when the NZ Embassy opened in Egypt in the late 1990’s.

Robyn Galloway, MD & Elhamy ElZayat MNZM, Innovative Travel’s Cairo based Director & former Chair of the Egyptian Tourism Federation
As CEO of one of Egypt’s largest tourism companies, Elhamy and Robyn worked collaboratively with the Innovative Travel team, to further expand our local networks through the Middle East, Mediterranean, Asia, Europe and East Africa. These networks now include diplomats, local operators, and further professional networks; all of whom work together to create a stable and unforgettable holiday experience.
As Innovative Travel has expanded, we remain true to the original dream of connecting inspired travellers to our experience, providing benefits for you from our comprehensive global, local network.
Whilst seeking the assurance of our comprehensive local back up from both local operators and Innovative Travel, you want to be out there connecting with locals, seeing incredible sites, and along the way discovering some amazing experiences. If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place.

Innovative Travel is honoured to be the official travel sponsor for the Te Papa, Gallipoli the Scale of War Exhibition. Innovative Travel is a member of the New Zealand Middle East Business Council, The NZ American Chamber of Commerce, the Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce and an Associate Member of TAANZ. Managing Director Robyn Galloway is also Chair of the NZ Turkey Business Council.


Experience the Innovative Benefits

At Innovative Travel, we understand that a holiday is so much more than a break – it is a chance to experience regions of the world you may have been dreaming about for your entire life. Great importance is placed on ensuring that your time exploring our destinations is memorable. From the moment you step off the plane, you will receive the benefit of 30 years’ experience, local experts, carefully vetted accommodation, and many more of the thoughtful little extras that ensure your holiday is as perfect as possible. At Innovative Travel, we take great pride in helping thousands of people turn their dreams into cherished memories. So where do you dream of visiting?

30 Years of Experience
In 2020, Innovative Travel celebrates 30 years of helping
international travellers to experience the wonders of the
Ancient Kingdoms. From the days of organising the outdoor
Dame Malvina Major concert at the Pyramids in 1996, to the
thousands of clients who have joined us for a pilgrimage to
the ANZAC day commemorations in Turkey, Innovative Travel
has the experience to make your holiday everything you have
dreamt of.

Local Representatives
Many of our local operators have worked with us from the
very beginning, and have forged strong relationships with
the team here at Innovative Travel. You will benefit from our
representatives in most cities in the Middle East, Greece,
Turkey, Morocco, and with all the destinations we offer, you
can relax knowing that our friends are nearby and willing to
help in any way.

24/7 Assistance
Wherever your journey with Innovative Travel takes you, you
can relax knowing you have full 24/7 wraparound support with
you every step of the way. With local representatives in most
cities in the regions, as well as a phone line staffed 24 hours a
day here in New Zealand, multiple tiers of support are on hand
to ensure that any local, unexpected disruption is sorted out
on the spot, allowing you to get on with your exploration.

Private Airport Transfers
After a long-haul flight, the unfamiliarity of a large airport
and myriad transport options to your accommodation can
create stress for some travellers. This is why every Innovative
Travel itinerary includes Private airport transfers with drivers
in A/C vehicles. Your first experience of a new country will be
full of wonder as you watch the local area whiz by through the
window of your car, safe in the knowledge your professional
driver will deliver you as expected to your hotel.

VIP Meet & Assistance
Travelling to an exotic destination can be a little intimidating
for some, which is why Innovative Travel can help from
the very moment you step off the plane, with VIP Meet &
Assistance inside immigration available in many destinations,
and included in every Egypt package. Our local operator will
be there to help you with Visa and immigration processes, and
guide you all the way to your private transportation, ensuring
you begin your exploration in the best possible way.

Special Experiences
The comfort provided by choosing a holiday with carefully
inspected accommodation and sightseeing packages is great,
but most travellers have their own idea as to what they want
to experience when visiting other countries. Innovative Travel
has many special and exclusive experiences, to help you create
a holiday which may be tailored to your requirements.

English Speaking Guides
Our network of professional, local guides have been carefully
selected for their understanding of international travellers
and their passion for sharing their home country. Friendly and
welcoming, our English speaking guides will discuss options
available to ensure that you get the most out of your time with
them and that any particular activities you want to do can be
accommodated.

Egypt - Your Special Keys to this Ancient Kingdom
Our network of professional, local guides have been carefully
selected for their understanding of international travellers
and their passion for sharing their home country. Friendly and
welcoming, our English speaking guides will discuss options
available to ensure that you get the most out of your time with
them and that any particular activities you want to do can be
accommodated.


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Email: info@innovativetravel.co.nz

Tel: (03) 3653 910

NZ Toll Free: 0508 100 111

Aust Toll Free: 1800 157 163