The operator announced on Monday (2 June) it will fully operate the riad – located five minutes away from the Marrakech medina – from July. 

There, guests will be able to enjoy a raft of experiences, including cooking classes with local chefs recruited through Intrepid’s charity partner, the Amal Association, which gives culinary training to Moroccan women. 

Meanwhile, the Edge of the Bay property is located in Coles Bay, some 120 miles north-east of Tasmanian capital Hobart. 

Sitting on 18 acres of land, the property has been operated by the family of Jill and Ray Johnston since 1980, the year it first opened.

Intrepid will set its foundation partner, conservation charity Greening Australia, at Edge of the Bay, offering guests nature-based experiences while raising funds for the charity.

In addition, the company plans to acquire 20 properties worldwide over the next three years.

Intrepid Travel chief executive James Thornton said: “Our approach to accommodation is underpinned by a commitment to preserving culture, fostering connection, supporting communities and boosting travel’s economic contribution within the local community."

The additions are part of Intrepid’s new accommodation strategy, which aims to create a portfolio of boutique accommodation experiences that have community and impact at their core.

The acquisitions bring Intrepid’s accommodation portfolio to four, as the company purchased the Daintree Ecolodge in Tropical North Queensland, Australia, in 2023 and a multi-year lease on a hotel in Hoi An, Vietnam. 

“At the heart of this strategy is Intrepid’s accommodation philosophy: to offer an immersive stay that acts as a gateway to explore the destination and connect meaningfully to its community, culture and environment, while providing a comfortable base to relax,” added Intrepid accommodation general manager Celine Hurelle.