LITTLETON, Colorado – May 8, 2008 – The words “Made in China” mean different things to different people.  For many Americans, much of what they own don labels carrying this familiar phrase.  For those traveling to Beijing for the Summer Olympics, however, these three words will likely take on a new, deeply personal significance as both Olympic and vacation dreams are “Made in China.”

The Globus family of brands wants to help Olympic and Beijing travelers put a very personal monogram on their vacation experience.  And, while the Forbidden City, Imperial Vault of Heaven and Great Wall will surely grace everyone’s “must-see” or “must-experience” lists – as they should – Monograms, a travel company that creates packaged vacations to countries around the world, has put together an “Insider’s Guide” to Beijing for travelers wanting to learn more about the city’s local culture.  

This free online guide found at www.EscapeToChina.com provides travelers insight into slightly off-the-beaten-path destinations around burgeoning Beijing – destinations that are near Olympic venues.  

“Whether Beijing travelers have 60 minutes or six hours to spare between Olympic events, our free Insider’s Guide will help them truly experience both the city and the Chinese culture,” said Steve Born, vice president of marketing for the Globus family of brands.  “We created this guide with help from our local Beijing experts.  It features everything from great restaurants and shopping to currency and taxi tips.”

Monograms Insider’s Guide to Beijing is interactive and downloadable with information separated by the five districts/neighborhoods where most of the Olympic activities are taking place.  The guide features venues, shopping and entertainment options as well as stories and lore about the city and insider insight and tips.


ABOUT MONOGRAMS
Monograms offers travelers packaged vacation options, enabling them to embark on getaways in cities around the world, without any pre-planning stress.  Monograms vacations come complete with on-site support from a Local Host or around-the-clock access to a personal resource who can help make dream vacations a reality.  With Monograms, travelers are assured their vacation details are taken care of, including hotel, sightseeing and more, so they can simply focus on having fun.  Monograms is part of the Globus family of brands, an award-winning, travel industry leader with 80 years of international travel expertise.

Consumers can book a Monograms vacation or request 2008 brochures by visiting a preferred travel agent or by calling the following toll free number: 1.800.250.7614.  For more information, please visit www.monogramstravel.com.