2011 North America Summer Savings!

Posted on Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Save up to $332 per person to the USA and Canada!*

Travel with an insider this summer and discover North America like never before. Plus, when you book and pay in full by September 15, 2011 you’ll save up to $332 per person on select 2011 vacations.

Space is limited – book and pay by September 15!

*New bookings only. Savings valid on the above 2011 USA and Canada vacations and departure dates only. Savings varies by itinerary, see above. Must be paid in full at time of booking. Offer is not combinable with other promotions (except Show Coupons), but is combinable with brochure discounts (except Early Payment Discount). Promotion Code 11NASale must be mentioned at time of booking. Subject to availability and offer can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Other conditions may apply.

Best Hawaii Beaches for Families

Posted on Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Adventures by Disney Tours

Posted on Friday, December 17, 2010

Everything about an Adventures by Disney guided group vacations is designed with one purpose in mind: to allow you and your family to experience each moment of your trip to its fullest. With Adventures by Disney, you don’t just see the world, you touch it and you taste it. You become a part of the places you visit. Because they take care of every detail, you’re free enjoy your vacation – and your family.

From the moment you first meet your Adventure Guides. You know that you’re in good hands. As the hosts of your trip, your Guides make you feel right at home – whenever you go. But more than the personal attention they provide, you’ll appreciate your Guides’ ability to bring you closer to the places you visit with their knowledge and knack for storytelling. By the end of your vacation, you’ll feel like they’ve become a part of your family.

On an Adventures by Disney guided group vacation, you experience the heart and soul of the places you visit. Imagine learning Tai Chi from a seasoned master along the banks of a river in China. Or tracking wild animals with a wily bush ranger in South Africa. Or spending the night in a luxurious castle that was once home to Irish kings. Every aspect of your adventure is steeped in authenticity and is rich in history. You’ll forever be connected to the lands you visit and the people you meet there.

Family Cruises 2011

Posted on Tuesday, December 07, 2010

You have a choice of worldwide destinations to discover by cruise ship with your family. Don your back packs and set off on your own or enjoy a tour led by an informative guide right from your ship. Discovering the world's finest sights together is a priceless experience you'll savor for a lifetime.

• Family Cruisetours in Alaska – Back by popular demand, Princess Cruises will offer 12-night family cruisetours again in 2011. A seven-night Voyage of the Glaciers cruise plus a five-night land tour comprise these cruisetours designed for families. Included in the price are daily breakfasts, a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, an Alaskan themed dinner theatre performance, a campfire evening near Mt. McKinley and a dog sled ride at the Iditarod headquarters.
• Family Adventure Cruising – Educational, small ship adventure cruising to the Galapagos and Greek Isles is offered by tour companies like Gap Adventures. With professional photographers and scientists on board, your family will experience the best these destinations have to offer in a fun and informative way.
• Private Islands in the Caribbean – Spend a day during your Caribbean cruise at one of these idyllic spots. They offer the security of a private beach paradise complete with on site dining and exciting activities for the entire family.
• Shore Excursions Worldwide – Informative tours depart right from your ship.  Go whale watching or pan for gold in Alaska; swim with sting rays and watch the colorful fish as you snorkel in the Caribbean; ride a historic steam train in various places around the globe or visit the famous sights of Europe. It's all possible by cruise ship. Kids and teens under 18 are welcome to take excursions with their family and special pricing is usually offered for those under 12.

Booking Tips for Your Family Cruise

• Be sure to book with a cruise line that welcomes families on board. Good choices are Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and during summer and Christmas holidays, Regent Seven Seas.
• The third and fourth berths in a stateroom are sold at a lower price than the first two and other family specials are available from time to time.
• Special perks and amenities are frequently offered to large family groups booking eight or more staterooms.
• Once on board your ship, be sure to sign up for the kids and teens programs.  Supervised entertainment for various age groups is offered at the kids and teens centers. Most junior cruisers really enjoy making new friends while participating in the various activities while at sea.
• Cruise lines often limit the number of children and teens allowed on board during Holiday sailings so they can comfortably accommodate them in the kids and teens programs.  Book early so you won’t be disappointed.
• Not all staterooms have a berth for third and fourth passengers so again, plan ahead and book early to get the best choice of triple and quad cabins.
• Connecting cabins have the advantage of giving you two bathrooms so this option may work better than a family stateroom. It is generally more affordable than a family suite.
• Take advantage of the beverage packages available through the gift section of the cruise line website or once you're on board. They offer considerable savings over purchasing individual drinks throughout the cruise. Water, soft drinks, juice, wine and spirits packages are available.

Whether you just want a quick getaway, or you're celebrating a special anniversary or birthday together, cruising is certainly one of your best options. You're sure to create some lasting memories as you share many special moments together at sea and ashore.

Globus Family Tours 2011

Posted on Thursday, November 11, 2010

Nearly half of all leisure travelers took a family vacation last year.*  Catering to this trend, today, the Globus tours unveiled its 2011 Family Travel packages in both Europe and the US, featuring inclusive-style highlights such as daily breakfasts and dinners as well as spring break and peak family travel departures.  Through its 2011 family-focused vacations, Globus has designed parent-, grandparent- and kid-friendly getaways offering memorable destinations, sites, enrichment and stories for every generation, including a NEW! London to Munich vacation.

"Families value vacation time and they are also looking for great value while on vacation," said Steve Born, vice president of marketing for the Globus family of brands.  "With our Family Travel tours, we have not only created journeys that give travelers unparalleled access into the sites they want to see and the stories to bring histories to life – thanks, in part, to expert Tour Directors.  We also offer great cost savings of up to 50 percent for young travelers (ages five to 17).

Ranging from seven to 12 days, Globus’ escorted family vacations offer something for everyone.   "From family pizza parties and private boat tours in Italy (Ciao Italia!) or an excursion to King Ludwig II’s magical Neuschwanstein Castle and Eurostar Train rides from London to Paris to Basel (NEW! London to Munich) to a chuck wagon cookout and Snake River adventure in the wild West (Wild, Wild West), our Family Travel packages not only appeal to the passions and interests of multiple generations, they also create unforgettable family memories," said Born.

And, for those families interested in packaged travel, without the tour experience, Monograms (part of the Globus family of brands) offers them single-, multi-city or panorama getaways in Europe and the US, South America and Asia as well as On the Road driving vacations in North America and the South Pacific.   Visit www.monogramstravel.com for more information.

DEAL ALERT … Inviting travelers to embark on a new travel chapter in their family’s story, Globus is offering an early booking incentive: ADULTS CAN RECEIVE $1,000 OFF PER COUPLE ON 2011 GLOBUS EUROPE AIR-INCLUSIVE VACATIONS.**

Click for details about Globus 2011 Family Travel tours.

2011 Globus Family Travel Vacations:

EUROPEAN PANORAMA

• From the Colosseum to the Eiffel Tower (Rome, Tuscany, Venice, Lake Maggiore, Montreux, Paris) – 10 days
• NEW! London to Munich (London, Paris, Lucerne, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Munich) – 12 days

REGIONAL DISCOVERY

• Ciao, Italia! (Rome, Tuscany,  Venice) – 7 days
• London & Paris: A Tale of Two Cities (London, Paris) – 7 days
• Canyon Country Family Adventure (Scottsdale, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon, Las Vegas) – 7 days
• Wild, Wild West (Jackson, Yellowstone, Cody, Sheridan, Mount Rushmore, Rapid City) – 8 days

*Ypartnership/Harris Family Travel Study

**Book a 2011 Globus Europe air-inclusive vacation to receive the $500 off per person offer.  In order to receive the offer, booking must be made and paid in full between October 13 and November 30, 2010 for travel between January 1 and October 31, 2011.  Offer not valid with any other offer.  Journeys Club members do not need to pay in full to receive the offer.  Applies to new 2011 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings.  Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time.  Full cancellation penalties will apply.  Additional restrictions may apply. 

ABOUT GLOBUS

With more than 80 years of international travel expertise, Globus is the world’s leading tour operator.  Globus has teams of people on the ground in more than 65 countries around the world, and is an expert in providing travelers a holiday from the everyday by helping them truly experience each destination.  We bring to life cultures and histories through storytelling and in-depth journeys in the heart of each city, region or country.  Honored with countless industry awards, including Travel Weekly’s Reader’s Choice Awards three years running and Recommend magazine’s Best Tour Operator to Europe for more than 10 consecutive years, Globus also unites travelers with similar interests through niche tours, including family vacations, music-oriented journeys, faith-based travel and holiday excursions.  The Globus family of brands is a member of Sustainable Travel International (STI).