LITTLETON, COLO. – September 7, 2006 – In the wake of a surge in interest and bookings to the exotics – Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Central and South America and Hawaii – Globus today announced nine new tour packages designed to whet travelers appetites for these fascinating locales as well as meet increased demand.

The company’s increase in product offerings comes on the heels of strong bookings to the exotics – Globus saw an unprecedented rise for these destinations, as a whole, last year. Specifically, Globus bookings to Asia grew by an impressive 68 percent with travel to China climbing steadily over the past decade, increasing 12-fold. Further indicative of the trend in increased travel to the exotics, Globus’ Hawaii vacations include one of the company’s most popular United States tours.

“When asked for their utmost travel destinations, you can bet that a majority of Americans will site exotic destinations at the top of their travel wish lists,” said Phillip Gordon, president and chief executive officer of the Globus family of brands. “At Globus, we believe every journey tells a story. By increasing our vacation packages to exotic areas around the globe, we’re uncovering more hidden stories for our travelers every day while helping dreams come true.”

Cultural China & Tibet with Yangtze River Cruise – 14 Days   Cruise & Tour
Passengers will enjoy a few days taking in China’s capital city Beijing before continuing on to historic Xi’an and the famous Tibetan city of Lhasa. From there, travelers will be treated to a cruise along the Yangtze River aboard the Victoria Anna, featuring numerous shore excursions including an opportunity to see an acrobatic show, the Snow Jade Caves in Fengdu, Wu – known for its quiet beauty and forest-covered mountains – and the Three Gorges Dam. To complete the perfect adventure, the tour culminates in a full-day of Shanghai sightseeing. This vacation is priced from $3,399 (land/cruise/intra-tour flights only).

Tokyo, Beijing & Shanghai – 10 Days   Monograms
Beginning in Tokyo and making its way through Beijing before its finale in Shanghai, this sampling of Asia’s most popular attractions includes: a visit to the Tokyo Tower where travelers will experience panoramic views to the Great Wall of China and an excursion to the famous Shanghai Museum where its 11 galleries house many different forms of ancient Chinese art, from paintings to calligraphy and ceramics. This vacation is priced from $3,049 (land/intra-tour flights only).

Discover the Galápagos and Peru – 15 Days   Cruise & Tour    
The fun begins in Quito, Ecuador where fascinating historic religious sites abound, before traveling to Cotopaxi National Park aboard the Chiva Express train. Passengers will then fly to Baltra Island to board the Isabella II for a four-night cruise of the Galápagos Islands, where the beauty of the flora and fauna is matched only by the key insights provided by an accompanying expert naturalist. Next, the historic wonders of the Incan Empire are showcased when visiting Peru, followed by more adventures in Cuzco, Machu Picchu and Lima. This vacation is priced from $5,039 (land/cruise/intra-tour flights only).

Ecuador and the Galápagos – 10 Days   Cruise & Tour
The natural wonders of Ecuador and the Galápagos are highlighted in this exhilarating sampling of the regions key attractions. From stops in Quito with guided sightseeing of the Legislative Palace and the 16^th century San Francisco Monastery to a four night cruise visiting the Charles Darwin Research Station and the amazing Galápagos islands, travelers will have plenty of memories to reflect upon when the tour returns to Quito for an entire day of relaxing leisure. This vacation is priced from $3,539 (land/cruise/intra-tour flights only).

South American Escape – 9 Days   Globus  
Leisurely and relaxing, passengers will kick-start their South American adventure with three nights in Rio de Janeiro where they’ll visit everything from the 1,300-foot Sugar Loaf Mountain to bustling downtown Rio. Next stop? Iguassu Falls, where the waterfalls are nothing short of magnificent. Final days are spent sightseeing in Buenos Aires – also known as the “Paris of South America” – taking in the city’s outdoor cafes, colonial buildings, colorful port and famous burial site of Eva Peron. This vacation is priced from $2,139 (land/intra-tour flights only).

Australian Highlights – 10 Days   Globus
With time spent in Cairns (also known as the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef), Melbourne (Australia’s second-largest and most cosmopolitan city) and Sydney (hailed as not only the country’s largest city but also one the world’s most beautiful cities) travelers are treated to Australia’s must-see sights. Features include an aboriginal dinner and show, full-day excursion to the Outer Barrier Reef via catamaran, visit to an opal company and visits to the Taronga Zoo and Sydney Opera House. This vacation is priced from $2,089 (land/intra-tour flights only).

Cruising Hawaii’s Paradise – 11 Days   Cruise & Tour
A traditional lei greeting sets the tone for this leisurely paced Hawaiian indulgence. After experiencing the history and culture of Honolulu – from dinning atop Hawaii’s only revolving restaurant to experiencing a spectacular Polynesian show featuring 100 performers – travelers will board the Pride of America cruise ship for a seven-day cruise with stops in Hilo, Maui, Kona and Kauai. Highlights include pristine beaches, cascading waterfalls, dramatic volcanic craters and lush rain forests. This vacation is priced from $1,559 (land/cruise only).

Oahu & Maui – 7 Days   Monograms
Travelers can explore the fascinating history of Oahu, including capital city Honolulu and the lush landscapes of Maui at their own pace with this flexible Monograms vacation. Equipped with a car rental and Go Hawaii Card granting admission to more than 25 Oahu attractions and tours, including a USS Arizona audio tour and one day Waikiki trolley pass, catamaran sailing and snorkel gear, just to name a few, this island getaway can be tailored to travelers interests and own table. This vacation is priced from $959 (land/intra-tour flights only).

Consumers can book a Globus family of brands vacation or request 2007 brochures by visiting a preferred travel agent or by calling the following toll free numbers: Globus, Cosmos and Monograms: 1-877-245-6287; Brennan Vacations: 1-800-237-7249;  Avalon Waterways: 1-877-380-1535.  For more information, please visit www.globusfamily.com.

Travel agents can request 2007 brochures by visiting www.globusfamily.com/agents.   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; Brennan Vacations: 1-800-237-7249; Avalon Waterways: 1-877-380-1544.