Choose Your Path

DMC Partnership — Wholesale Ground Handling
For established travel agencies and tour operators
You sell the trip, we handle the ground. StarEast acts as your dedicated Guizhou destination management company, delivering seamless on-the-ground operations while you maintain your client relationship and brand.
What you get:
- Wholesale net rates on all standard itineraries
- Custom itinerary design for your clients’ specific needs
- 24/7 local support during operations
- Professional English-speaking guides
- Private transfers, boutique accommodations, curated experiences
- Commission: competitive tiered rates based on annual volume

Custom / Private Group Partnership
For luxury travel designers, MICE companies, retreat planners
Got a high-net-worth client, a corporate incentive group, or a special interest tour? We build bespoke Guizhou experiences from scratch — from exclusive village homestays to private festival access.
What you get:
- Dedicated itinerary designer for each project
- Access to exclusive experiences not available on standard tours
- Flexible pricing and markup options
- White-label service — your brand, our expertise
- Project-based pricing with clear scope of work

Creator & Influencer Partnership
For travel bloggers, photographers, videographers, content creators
We believe in the power of authentic storytelling. If you create travel content with an engaged audience, we’d love to host you in Guizhou — with performance-based commission on bookings you drive.
What you get:
- Hosted familiarization (FAM) trips (qualified creators only)
- Unique, photogenic experiences that drive engagement
- Competitive commission on referred bookings
- Behind-the-scenes access for great content
- Long-term affiliate tracking
Partner Tiers & Benefits
Grow with us. As your annual volume increases, so do your benefits.
| Benefit | Emerging Partner | Growth Partner | Strategic Partner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Commission | 12% | 15% | 18%+ |
| Annual Bookings | 1–10 trips / yr | 11–30 trips / yr | 31+ trips / yr |
| Account Manager | Shared | Yes | Priority |
| Custom Itinerary | Standard | 48hr priority | 24hr express |
| Marketing Co-op | — | Up to $500/yr | Up to $2,000/yr |
| FAM Trip Eligibility | After 5 | After 10 | Annual hosted |
| Exclusive Access | — | Limited | Full access |
* Commission rates and tiers are illustrative and subject to final agreement.
How It Works
Apply
Submit our simple online application (takes 3 minutes)
Review
We’ll get back within 3 business days to discuss your needs
Onboard
Sign the partnership agreement, access resources & portal
Sell & Grow
Start selling Guizhou itineraries, earn commissions, unlock tiers

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