Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Travel Partner in the US West
Founded in 1995, Escalante International Group has established itself as a premier provider of destination tourism services and foreign language solutions for the international travel trade. With over 27 years of expertise in the US West region, we specialize in curating seamless travel experiences that span from Colorado's mountains to California's coast. Our team delivers concierge-style services, including customized transportation, event ticketing, and itinerary development, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that meet their specific needs. We pride ourselves on our deep understanding of international markets, cultures, and languages, which allows us to act as a discreet yet indispensable partner for global tour operators.Our foreign language services, supported by a network of over 2,000 interpreters and translators, enable effective communication for both private and governmental agencies. As a trusted consultant, we also assist municipalities and organizations in expanding their tourism reach and enhancing international business capabilities. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 24/7 Deuce Pass system, specialized wedding planning services, and unique partnerships with Native American cultural experiences. With a proven track record of innovation and reliability, we continue to set industry standards for inbound US tourism and cross-cultural communication.
Services
Airport Transfers
Show Ticketing
Wedding Planning
Native Lands Tours
Dude Ranch Matching
Itinerary Development
Language Interpreting
Translation Services
Tour Consulting
Deuce Pass System
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 27+ years of expertise in US West destination services
- Over 2,000 qualified multilingual interpreters and translators
- Customized itineraries for high-net-worth clientele
- 24/7 Deuce Pass hop-on/hop-off bus system in Las Vegas
- Specialized wedding planning with language interpreter services
Associations and certifications
- IATAN
Services
Airport Transfers
We provide comprehensive transportation solutions including airport transfers, city-to-city connections, and handicap-accessible vehicles. Our services feature privatized rental vehicle drop-off/pickup and van rentals with foreign language driver guides. Clients benefit from seamless travel experiences across the US West region.
Wedding Planning
Our Las Vegas Wedding Planner offers diverse chapel packages with multilingual support including American Sign Language interpreters. We curate customized wedding experiences that combine local expertise with international client needs, ensuring memorable ceremonies that meet cultural and linguistic requirements.
Language Interpreting
We deliver professional interpretation and translation services through a global network of 2,000+ native-speaking experts. Our services cover business meetings, tourism operations, and government communications, ensuring accurate cross-cultural exchanges in over 100 languages with timely, budget-conscious execution.
Itinerary Development
Our 27+ years of regional expertise enable customized travel itineraries for families, groups, and VIP clients. We specialize in matching travelers with appropriate experiences from self-drive tours to guided excursions, balancing client expectations with practical logistics across the US West's diverse landscapes.
Deuce Pass System
We operate the 24/7 Deuce hop-on/hop-off bus system along the Las Vegas Strip. This service offers convenient transportation for tourists with bulk pass options available for travel packages, providing reliable access to major entertainment and hospitality venues in the city.
People
Desiree Stokes Blum
Owner and CEO
With 20+ years living abroad and fluency in four languages, Desiree leads Escalante International Group's global tourism initiatives. She specializes in inbound tourism consulting and has developed innovative programs for US immigration and international trade. A former IITA Government Affairs Chair, she received the Stanley Award for industry leadership in 2012.
Stephen Blum
Original Co-Owner
A UK-qualified Chartered Accountant, Stephen played pivotal role in establishing Escalante International Group's prominence in US inbound tourism. With 43 years of international business experience and fluency in four languages, he contributed significantly to the company's financial and operational framework before his passing in 2014.
Questions
What transportation services do you offer in Las Vegas?
We provide airport transfers, city-to-city transportation, and operate the 24/7 Deuce hop-on/hop-off bus system along the Las Vegas Strip with bulk pass options.
Do you offer wedding planning services for international clients?
Yes, our Las Vegas Wedding Planner includes multilingual support with American Sign Language interpreters and curated chapel packages tailored for international couples.
Can you assist with customized travel itineraries?
We specialize in creating personalized itineraries for families, groups, and VIP clients across the US West region, combining local expertise with international requirements.
What language services do you provide?
We offer professional interpretation and translation services through a global network of 2,000+ native-speaking experts covering over 100 languages for business and government clients.
Do you work with tour operators and travel agencies?
Yes, we partner with international tour operators to develop customized packages, provide on-site support, and offer consulting services to enhance their US destination offerings.
What unique cultural experiences do you offer?
Our Native Lands Planner features authentic experiences with Native American-owned operations, and we specialize in matching clients with appropriate Dude Ranch experiences across the US West.
