Our kindness policy

We’ve recently expanded our Kindness Policy to include anything and everything that contributes to a positive experience for your group and others.

To ensure everyone has a great time on these tours, you must abide by the following or we will find you a nice airport hotel where you can continue the rest of your trip…

If you like to yell at wait staff, argue with others, laugh loudly in reserved-to-be-quiet spaces, disrespect other cultures, or take stinky shoes off in our car… these trips are not for you. 

You should find a bigger travel company that can meet all of your needs.

On Focused Escapes…

  • We are kind to each other. 

  • We are kind and respectful of other cultures.

  • We do not trespass on private property or climb ancient artifacts not meant for climbing.

  • We don’t talk or laugh when other people are praying in mosques or temples.

  • We cover our bodies when it’s respectful to do so.

  • We use good hygiene.

  • We respect other’s personal space.

  • We don’t push our religious or political beliefs onto others.

  • And above all else, we contribute positively to the group.

All trips will now start with a 10-minute interview to ensure you’re the right fit.

If these statements are how you like to travel, too, then join us.

What we want is a good group of people to spend our time with in an unforgettable location.

woman looks behind her to take a picture of the sand dunes in Namibia

I once traveled all the way to Namibia on a scouting trip.

When I made it to the top of my first sand dune, the site was so spectacular, I cried.

I felt unworthy of seeing something so beautiful. And I immediately wished I had someone there to share it with.

The greatest thing about these hand-crafted tours is the people who are attracted to them.

They’re a different kind of traveler.

Not the ones looking for the cheapest experience. And not the ones paying luxury prices to have all their bags carried and a butler to tend to their needs.

They’re true and kind explorers. Awesome people to share a sand dune with.