LITTLETON, Colorado – June 3, 2008 – The Globus family of brands has expertly designed and unveiled more than 40 “low season” vacations, offering Americans a plethora of opportunities to travel abroad at unbeatable prices this fall, winter and next spring.   A highlight of this introduction is the removal of the single supplement on 11 new vacations.

“We’re making travel to Europe easier than ever before,” said Steve Born, vice president of marketing and customer care.  “First, we’re opening the door to savings for solo travelers on several new tours.  On these tours, travelers going solo will not pay a single supplement for their own room, offering savings of up to $550.  Plus, our new collection of ‘low season’ travel packages save all travelers between 20 and 50 percent – that’s $1,000 or more – on air-inclusive European vacations when compared to peak season pricing.”

From river cruises on the Rhine, Danube, Saône and Rhône to independent travel packages featuring better than rack rate prices in London, Paris, Rome or Venice, the Globus family of brands’ “European Winter Vacations” offer something for every travel style.  European Panorama and Regional Discovery tours are also included in Globus’ new ‘low season’ travel collection as are seven holiday-themed tours and cruises.

Even more chances to save are available for travelers who plan ahead and book their vacations early:  Those taking a Globus “European Winter Vacation” can take an additional $100 off per person on the air-inclusive price when booking between now and August 31, 2008. *

A few “European Winter Vacations” highlights include:

Globus’ NEW Irish Winter Sampler:
After arriving in Dublin and spending time either relaxing or exploring the Irish capital, travelers will head for Galway’s dairy farm country in the center of the “Emerald Isle” where they’ll hear the lore surrounding Lynch Stone and cross the limestone plateau of The Burren.  This journey abroad includes visits to (and stories about) Ennis, Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Blarney, Waterford and Avoca.  Priced from $949 (land-only).

Monograms’ Paris Getaway:
Time is money and sometimes, travelers have little of both to spare, making this four-day retreat the perfect getaway. Travelers will enjoy a guided sightseeing tour from a local guide, access to a Local Host (someone who’s on-site and available for any planning needs) and plenty of free time to get acquainted with the “City of Light” on their own, including using a free ticket to ride the elevator up the Eiffel tower, strolling along the Seine River or admiring the lavish baroque Palace of Versailles.  Priced from $559 (land-only).

Avalon Waterways’ / Globus’ Christmastime Cruise:
On this 10-day cruise, travelers will enjoy a festive atmosphere as they spend two nights in Prague before driving to Nuremberg.  There, they’ll board their luxurious river cruise ship and sail gently down the Danube to Vienna.  On this European journey, they’ll delight in the Christmas markets of Nuremberg, Regensburg and Vienna as local guides show them the cities and introduce them to Glühwein, Lebkuchen and other regional specialties.  Priced from $1,699 (land-only).


* Book a 2008/2009 Globus European Winter Vacations air-inclusive getaway to receive the $100 per person discount.  Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between June 4 and August 31, 2008 for travel commencing between October 1, 2008 and April 30, 2009.  To secure the air booking, an additional deposit of $250 is required, which is refundable until the time that the flight information is confirmed.  Offers not valid with any other offer and applies to new 2008/2009 Winter European bookings only.  Offer reliant on space availability.  Full cancellation penalties will apply.  Additional restrictions may apply.
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ABOUT THE GLOBUS FAMILY OF BRANDS
Littleton, Colorado-based Group Voyagers, Inc. is the privately held company that markets and sells the Globus family of brands within the United States.  Globus, Cosmos, Monograms and Avalon Waterways offer travelers unparalleled tour, independent travel package, river and small ship cruise options.  Considered the world’s largest tour operator, with 80 years of international travel experience, the Globus family of brands is dedicated to enriching the lives of travelers by turning foreign destinations into familiar harbors, where the expense of travel is forgotten and replaced by personal value.  

Consumers can book a Globus 2008/2009 European Winter Vacation or request a brochure by visiting a preferred travel agent or by calling the following toll free number: 1.866.313.2855.  For more information, please visit www.globusfamily.com.

Travel agents can request a Globus 2008/2009 European Winter Vacations brochure by calling toll free 1.800.221.0090 or visiting www.globusfamilypartner.com.