- The ultimate in luxury and adventure meets the ultimate in all‑terrain capability in Australia, Botswana, Britain, Morocco, Namibia, Scotland, Tanzania
(MAHWAH, NJ) ‑ January 14, 2015 ‑ Luxury travel experts Abercrombie & Kent and iconic automotive brand Land Rover have partnered to design seven unprecedented and exclusive, self‑driving journeys for 2015. Dubbed "Land Rover Adventure Travel by Abercrombie & Kent," adventure travelers can explore the world's wildest and most scenic international destinations courtesy of renowned luxury travel company A&K, while getting behind the wheel of a state‑of‑the‑art, all‑terrain vehicle provided by Land Rover.
This new series of itineraries puts guests in the driver's seat, with an exceptional opportunity to travel off the beaten track thanks to Land Rover's full‑terrain capabilities. Under the care of Land Rover Experience instructors, travelers can experience stunning landscapes, big‑game viewing, and local cultures in fascinating destinations across the globe. Abercrombie & Kent orchestrates each adventure from start to finish, guaranteeing knowledgeable local guides, luxury accommodations and memorable meals in places such as Australia, Botswana, Morocco, Great Britain, Namibia and more.
"Through this partnership, Land Rover is offering something truly unique in the luxury travel market," said Kim McCullough, Vice President of Marketing, Jaguar Land Rover North America. "At the heart of these exclusive journeys is the expert guidance that guests receive from Land Rover Driving instructors, who ensure that travelers enjoy a once in a lifetime experience, while learning and appreciating the outstanding capabilities of our vehicles."
"Drivers enjoy every creature comfort en route, all underpinned by the meticulous planning, local insight and seamless on‑the‑ground arrangements for which A&K is renowned," explained Geoffrey Kent, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Abercrombie & Kent.
Destinations for Land Rover Adventure Travel by Abercrombie & Kent feature a range of challenging off‑road driving experiences from the deserts of Morocco to the waters of Botswana's Okavango Delta. Expertly‑designed itineraries for 2015 include:
- Big Five in Botswana
Search for southern Africa's iconic species in national parks and the Okavango Delta. Departures in May and June 2015.
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- Best of British
Drive between London and Eastnor Castle, venturing into the surrounding countryside.
Departures in June, July, August and September 2015.
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- Morocco: Atlas and Atlantic
Roam the Agalay Desert and the Atlas Mountains and explore storied Marrakesh.
Departures in May 2015.
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- Bonnie Scotland
Go cross country on private estates for spectacular views and visit Edinburgh Castle.
Departures in July 2015.
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- Tanzania Into the Wild
Discover the teeming wildlife of the Serengeti and witness the Great Migration.
Departures in September and October 2015.
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- Namibia: Sossusvlei & Safari
Journey through the dunes of Sossusvlei and track a rhino across Damaraland.
Departures in November and December 2015.
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- Australia: Alice to Uluru
Traverse Finke Gorge National Park and access ancient rock art at Uluru.
Departures in October 2015.
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Land Rover Adventure Travel by Abercrombie & Kent begins at $8,650 per person, double occupancy, including meals, accommodations and a range of exclusive experiences*. To learn how to explore some of the most fascinating destinations on the planet behind the wheel of a uniquely capable Land Rover vehicle, travelers can go to http://www.abercrombiekent.com/LandRover or call 800.554.7094 to speak with a travel professional.
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy. International and internal airfare not included.
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About Land Rover
Land Rover, the British maker of Land Rover and Range Rover sport utility vehicles, is renowned for providing its clientele with some of the most luxurious and capable vehicles in the world. Every Land Rover vehicle is equally at home both on and off road, and in any setting; be it in the heart of the city, or traversing the countryside. Today's Land Rover lineup includes the legendary Defender, LR2 (Freelander 2), LR4 (Discovery 4), Range Rover Sport, Range Rover and Range Rover Evoque. Land Rover designs, engineers, and manufactures their vehicles in the United Kingdom. Land Rover is fully engaged with sustainability initiatives and social concerns with continuous involvement in environmental and community programs. For more information visit the official Land Rover website at http://www.landroverusa.com.
About Jaguar Land Rover
• The United States is one of the leading global markets for both Jaguar and Land Rover
• Jaguar Land Rover employs 32,000 people and sells vehicles in 170 countries around the world
• Jaguar Land Rover has two state of the art engineering and design facilities and four advanced manufacturing plants in the UK
• Headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey in the United States, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC has offices across the USA
• Jaguar Land Rover is represented by more than 330 independently operated retail outletsin the USA
About Abercrombie & Kent
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered luxury adventure travel with our first African safaris in 1962, and today our award‑winning travel services extend around the globe to more than one hundred countries on all seven continents. A&K's custom itineraries and small‑group journeys offer one‑of‑a‑kind inspiring experiences, while 52 on‑site offices ensure invitation‑only access to the people and places that make every destination unique. Join the world of A&K on Facebook and Twitter: @AKTravel_USA.