iExplore Upgrades Travel Website; Adds New Trips

Version 2.0 includes many consumer enhancements

CHICAGO, September 4, 2003- iExplore (www.iExplore.com) announced today the launch of the newest version of its award winning adventure travel website. The site now offers many new features, including:

• New look and feel, with easier site navigation and trip research functions
• Trip Wizard - a trip search tool that helps stimulate new travel ideas
• Enhanced iExplorer's Club member loyalty benefits and points program
• New community section allowing interaction with other world travelers
• Expanded offering of iExplore Exclusives line of made-to-order adventures

As part of the new iExplore Exclusives offering, iExplore launched a four star "Silver" line of trips to complement its original five star "Gold" line. At an average price of $2,499, the "Silver" trips are approximately $1,000 less in price than their "Gold" equivalent. These trips are fully guided, made-to-order and visit the world's hottest selling destinations.

iExplore Founder and CEO, George Deeb, said "we are thrilled to offer our consumers these additional site features. They really enhance our user experience and solidify our position as the trusted adventure travel site online." Deeb adds, "for the budget conscious consumer, the new iExplore Exclusives-Silver line offers them a terrific value".

Founded in 1999, iExplore (www.iExplore.com) is a leading online seller of adventure and experiential travel and is associated with National Geographic, an equity owner in the company. The company offers over 3,000 trips which can be booked through iExplore's expert call center staff at 1-800-IEXPLORE. iExplore has been named the "Best Adventure Travel Website" by Forbes Magazine for four straight years, and was named a "Top 50 Overall Website" by Time Magazine in 2003.

Note to editors:
Deeb available for interview.
Photos available.

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Press Contact: George Deeb
Founder and CEO
iExplore, Inc.
312-492-9443 x102