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Thursday, September 02, 2010

Globus is now offering Small Group Discovery vacations...there will never be more than 20 travelers on a small group discovery vacation, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the destination and local culture.  Globus tours is back to offering vacations in Africa and they are better than ever! 

All four Globus Africa vacations (all are small groups) and there are six Monograms/independent vacations as well. With Globus you have a Tour Director throughout the trip; with Monograms you have experienced driver/guides throughout your journey.

In Africa there are all sorts of modes of transportation...guests travel in six passenger mini-buses, in six passenger 4-wheel drives, on planes, in Mokoros (dug out canoes), in normal canoes, by boat and even by foot. Talk about adventure travel!

Accommodations consist of tent camps, luxury tent camps, hotels and lodges.

New for 2011 for small groups are the 9 day Great Parks of Kenya and the 15 day Kenya and Tanzania: The Safari Experience.

New for Globus Monograms is a 9 day Best of Kenya, 9 day Untouched Botswana, 13 day South Africa & Botswana and 15 days Kenya & Tanzania Explorer.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

The Globus family of brands has expertly designed and unveiled more than 30 “low season” vacations, including two NEW itineraries with Globus and Monograms, offering Americans a plethora of opportunities to travel abroad at unbeatable prices this fall, winter and next spring.

In addition to its already robust selection of holiday tours and cruises and winter vacation packages across Europe, Globus is introducing a NEW, nine-day Christmas in Paris & New Year’s Eve in London itinerary, priced from $1,599. And, capitalizing on America’s interest in Ireland, Monograms is providing travelers a NEW four-day Dublin Getaway, priced from $517.

“Winter is a great time for Americans to make European travel dreams come true,” said Steve Born, vice president of marketing for the Globus family of brands. “They can take a vacation at a reduced price, while avoiding the crowds that converge during the summer travel months.”

From holiday cruises on the Main and Danube rivers to tours across Europe ranging from seven to 29 days as well as 10 independent vacation packages, the Globus family of brands’ “European Winter Vacations” offer unparalleled savings to fit any travel style.

“Not only are we giving travelers a large selection of tours, cruises and independent vacations from which to choose a phenomenal European vacation,” said Born. “We are offering them savings of up to 40 percent on air and 15 percent on land, compared to peak season pricing.”

Even more chances to save are available for those who plan ahead and book early: Travelers can save $200 per couple on Globus family of brands’ 2010/11 European Winter vacations when booking air-inclusive with Alitalia by July 27, 2010.* Sample fares start as low as $415/person.

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Avalon Waterways is unveiling the river cruise industry's first "suite ship," the Avalon Panorama. The 166 passenger ship will offer cabins that are 15 to 30% larger than the industry norm.

The ship will offer 64 newly designed Panorama suites offering a full 200 square feet of living space. The cabins will include wall to wall panoramic windows. When open, the 10-foot wide by 7 foot tall window transforms the entire suite into the category's first open-air balcony.

Other cabin amenities include flat screen TV's, large closet, a fully stocked min-bar and in room safe. As with other Avalon ships, there will be a club, main lounge, dining room, pool deck, open-air bistro, fitness room and hair salon on board.

The Panorama will be christened in May 2011, and will then sail a 14 night itineraries between Amsterdam and Budapest. Late November and December, the ship will offer Christmas market itineraries.

Thursday, April 15, 2010

We're always on the look out for great deals for our clients, and this Globus tour promotion is a winner. So far we have been finding very good availbility, but like anything else, as they continue to make bookings, it will be more difficult to secure this rate, so book early to save.

Fly to London on Virgin Atlantic Airways from $498 pp on a 2010 Globus tour, Cosmos tour or Monograms vacation booked bewtween now and May 18, 2010. Special fares available onselect 2010 Globus, Cosmos and Monograms vacations that start or end in London from appicable U.S. gateways to London and are subject to availbility in a designated class of service. Call 800-942-3301 for details or click for

Globus tours deals including detailed terms and restrictions. Looking to upgrade? Upgrades available for premium economy class from just $1,046 pp (JFK/LON round trip)

Can't get the Virgin Air pomotion? Not to worry, Globus tours still has a way you can save money. Receive $150 off pp for any air inclusive Globus, Cosmos or Monograms booking. Excludes vacations starting or ending in London. Booking must be made and paid in full by May 18, 2010 for travel between April 1st and December 31, 2010. Addtional restrictions may apply. Again please call or visit our Globus tours website for more details. Globus tours is also offering up to $1,100 off per couple onselect 2010 Globus Greece cruise and tour vacations and $100 off per person on Monograms North America bookings made by May 18, 2010.

Monday, March 08, 2010

When it comes to seeing Europe, there’s no better way to go than on a pre-planned vacation. Marvel at Rome’s incomparable Sistine Chapel or admire artistic masterpieces in Paris’ Louvre Museum. Cruise the canals of Venice—or the canals of Amsterdam…and that’s just the start!

Where ever you plan to travel in Europe, the Globus family of brands can take you there. Choose from Globus tours, Monograms independent travel packages or Avalon river cruises through Europe.

Europe Vacations

Italy Vacations
Step back in time and explore a country rich with historical treasures. From magnificent churches and marble monuments to medieval piazzas with awe-inspiring fountains, you’ll feel an ambiance reminiscent of times past while in Italy.
Italy Vacations

England, Scotland & Ireland Vacations
For a travel experience befitting royalty, there’s truly nothing better than a vacation to Britain & Ireland. Whether you’re off checking out a a 2,000-year-old castle or riding through the city streets on a double-decker bus, you’ll be left with a lifetime of incredible memories.
England, Scotland & Ireland Vacations

France Vacations
Ascend to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower and enjoy spectacular views of Paris or visit the famous Promenade des Anglais in Nice. France is filled with the world’s most eclectic collection of artwork, mouthwatering bakers’ delights, and abundantly colorful flower and fruit markets.
France Vacations

Germany, Austria & Switzerland Vacations
Enjoy the essence of Central Europe as you experience Germany, Austria & Switzerland. Enjoy beautiful architecture, interesting museums, a tasty beer garden and, of course, the opera and classical music concerts.
Germany, Austria & Switzerland Vacations