Group Voyagers - GLOBUS INVIGORATES EUROPEAN TRAVEL WITH EXPANDED OFFERINGS

GLOBUS INVIGORATES EUROPEAN TRAVEL WITH EXPANDED OFFERINGS

10/24/2007

LITTLETON, Colorado – October 24, 2007 – Americans can’t get enough of Europe! Over the past two years, overall demand for European vacations has reached record levels. In fact, nearly 13 million Americans visited Europe in 2006 – a four percent increase from the previous year – according to the U.S. Commerce Department's Office of Travel & Tourism Industries. As a result, more Americans are turning escorted travel into a perennial favorite – leaving the planning up to tour operators and money in travelers’ pockets. Remaining in front of this trend, the Globus family of brands has increased its 2008 European offerings – giving vacationers an even larger selection of diverse and affordable packages.

“We’re about to celebrate our 80^th year,” said Phillip Gordon, president and chief executive officer of the Globus family of brands. “Our business got its start in Europe, and as we’ve seen demand increase steadily over the years, it’s no surprise that it continues to be our most popular destination.”

Travelers are enjoying the ease and simplicity of planning their European vacations through a group package and taking advantage of several benefits by leaving the hassle of planning up to the professionals. Tour operators are able to negotiate lower group rates on package elements, and travelers pay for their vacation up front – eliminating some of the “sticker shock” that can occur while on the ground in a foreign country.

For travelers who still need an incentive to get overseas in 2008, the Globus family of brands is making the decision to book a European getaway even more affordable. Those who book a 2008 Globus, Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon air-inclusive Europe vacation between October 10, 2007 and November 30, 2007 will recive a $150 per person discount.*

Below are several highlights from the Globus family of brands 2008 offerings:

New! Highlights of Italy & Eastern Europe – Globus (13 days): This breath-taking vacation takes in all the highlights of Italy and Eastern Europe. Start in Rome with a visit to the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel, followed by stops at St. Peter’s, the Coliseum and, lastly, the Roman Forum. Next, admire Michelangelo’s David in Florence and stay two nights in Venice, where you’ll visit St. Mark’s, the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Continue to Vienna to take in all the highlights this impressive city has to offer. Stay overnight in Budapest and enjoy sightseeing before arriving in Prague, where a visit to the famous 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle is included. Finally, journey to Berlin, where a farewell dinner is included to celebrate the success of your vacation. (Priced from $2,399; land-only)

New! Highlights of Spain & France – Cosmos (10 days): Begin this memorable vacation in Madrid, the spectacular capital of Spain. Get acquainted with its main sights on the sightseeing tour, then on to Saragossa before reaching Catalonia and lively Barcelona where you will spend three nights. Dedicate one day to this beautiful city, home to eccentric architect Gaudi, and then enjoy a visit to Montserrat, the rural countryside and vineyards for a local wine tasting. Continue to France where you’ll experience the medieval citadel of Carcassonne before proceeding to Avignon, home to Popes throughout most of the 14th century. Enjoy an included excursion to the Roman amphitheater of Arles and spend some time in Aix-en-Provence to enjoy the scenic landscapes of southern France. From Avignon, board the TGV Train bound for Paris. Spend two overnights in the “City of Light” as well as a guided sightseeing tour of this romantic European capital. (Priced from $1,430; land-only)

New! Barcelona & Madrid – Monograms (7 days): Spend a week in Spain’s two largest cities. Included are a choice of centrally located hotels and services of a Local Host in both cities. Sightseeing with a Local Guide in Barcelona features the Columbus Monument, La Rambla, the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia, and a panoramic view of the city and harbor from Montjuïc Hill. Then travel by train (first-class) to Madrid, where guided sightseeing features the Plaza de Espaňa, Cibeles Fountain and a visit to the Prado Museum. After the half-day’s sightseeing there’s plenty of time left to further explore both cities on your own. (Priced from $1,469; land-only)

New! Flavors of Burgundy & Provence – Avalon Waterways (11 days): Take a wine country adventure through the region’s finest vineyards and luscious countryside. You’ll begin the vacation in Paris, with plenty of good food, good wine and good sightseeing. Then you’ll drive south to Chalon-sur-Saône, where you’ll board the new, luxurious Avalon Scenery. On the seven-night cruise to Arles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to cultivate your wine knowledge, with rich history lessons and gastronomic delights doused along the way. You’ll visit several wineries and explore the folklore collection of the Burgundy museum, located in an old family mansion. While in Provence, you’ll experience the city of Avignon – often referred to as the “City of Popes” – before arriving in your final destination of Nice. (Priced from $2,059; cruise/land-only)

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. These brands include Globus, Cosmos, Monograms and Avalon Waterways. The Globus family of brands offer top quality vacations with leading escorted travel companies Globus and Cosmos, as well as Monograms, which specializes in independent travel. Avalon Waterways has set the standard for river cruise experiences in Europe, Egypt, China and the Galapagos.

Travel agents can request 2008 brochures by visiting www.globusfamilypartner.com. Reservation agents for the Globus family of brands can be reached at the following toll free numbers: Globus, Cosmos and Monograms: 1-800-221-0090; Avalon Waterways: 1-877-380-1544.

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Consumers can call 1-866-313-2855 for more information including air-inclusive pricing.

*Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between October 10, 2007 and November 30, 2007 for travel commencing between January 1, 2008 and October 31, 2008. A non-refundable $400 deposit, plus applicable travel protection fees must be made to receive the discount. Not applicable with any other discounts, and applies to new 2008 Europe bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.