Based in Toronto, Kensington Tours has been creating personalized trips for nearly 20 years.
They offer a wide range of experiences, from a specific family-focused collection to their custom and privately guided cruises, wildlife & safari adventures, fully tailored villa experiences, and concierge services offering insider access and seamless assistance with bookings, reservations, tickets, and more.
Can you give a brief history of your business?
Founded in 2006, Kensington delivers the world’s most personal travel experiences. We bring to life each client’s desire to travel in a way that’s tailored specifically for them, in the company of local private guides who ensure that they enjoy the authentic best of their destination. The result is a unique journey rich in memories that last a lifetime.
We achieve this because of our extraordinary people, experts with deep knowledge of their destinations. For over 120 countries worldwide, and across each of our brands – Tours, Cruises, Villas, Yachts, Jets, and Air.
What unique services or benefits do you offer to families?
Traveling with the entire family is about sharing experiences together and creating memories for years to come. And while traveling is fun, organizing the details of the trip can be stressful. That’s where Kensington comes in. Planning private travel for large groups is one of their specialties. They ensure every journey is extraordinary and effortless, no matter how many guests or how special the request.
Specially designed with kids under 15 in mind, our itineraries highlight once-in-a-lifetime family experiences, include comfortable vehicles for your group size, and feature the perfect accommodations and rooming configurations.
In what ways does your business work to support and enhance the family travel industry?
Spoil your clients and increase your commissions after attending our semi-monthly product trainings for advisors. Kensington is committed to providing agents with the knowledge and support to close the sale whether you are a new or seasoned agent!
What feature of your business makes you uniquely valuable to family travel?
Taking a family trip is special, but we know that planning can also be stressful. With varied wish lists across generations, checking every item is no easy feat. We want to make your trip planning a breeze, and your family’s experience an unforgettable one. From kid-approved guides to the perfect bedding set-up, this curated collection combines family-fun with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. We understand that your family vacation requires flexible and deliberate pacing too, so whether it's a family of two or a multi-generational group, you can expect a truly enriching experience.
What else do you want to make sure people know about you?
Kensington customizes travel in over 120 countries worldwide, with a diverse offering across each of our brands—Tours, Cruises, Villas, Yachts, Jets, and Air.
