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Glossary

FIT (Fully Independent Traveler)

Also known as: independent travel, tailor-made travel

FIT, or Fully Independent Traveler, refers to travelers who book customized trips — typically through a travel designer or agency — rather than joining group tours. FIT trips are bespoke, tailored to the traveler's preferences, dates, and budget.

In depth

FIT is the opposite of GIT (Group Inclusive Tour). A FIT traveler does not want to ride a coach with 40 strangers — they want a custom itinerary designed around their interests, with private guides, unique hotels, and flexibility on dates.

The FIT segment is where travel designers, DMCs, and boutique agencies make most of their margin. It is also where proposal quality matters most: a FIT client comparing three custom proposals will pick the one that reads best, looks most professional, and arrives fastest. This is why itinerary builders, travel CRMs, and modern proposal tools are increasingly central to FIT-focused agencies.

FIT trips typically have higher per-traveler revenue, longer sales cycles, and more back-and-forth than group tours — making CRM and pipeline tools more valuable.

FAQ

What does FIT mean in travel?

FIT stands for Fully Independent Traveler — travelers who book bespoke, tailor-made trips rather than joining group tours. FIT trips are designed around the individual traveler's preferences, dates, and budget.

What is the difference between FIT and GIT?

FIT (Fully Independent Traveler) trips are custom-designed for one traveler or party. GIT (Group Inclusive Tour) trips are pre-set group itineraries sold to multiple travelers on a shared schedule. FIT has higher margin per traveler; GIT has higher volume.

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