Why should we travel with Globus?
We asked Globus why you should travel with them, here's what they said...
At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way it makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures that you’ll want to re-live forever. We’ve been creating wonder-filled first class touring for more than 90 years; we have the experience and local knowledge globally to craft immersive adventures that make Globus travellers feel alive. Not only can you expect to see the big sites, we’ll also take you deeper in each location, right to the beating heart of each new discovery.
At Globus, we understand that your holiday read more is your treat – a gift from you to you. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination.
What types of trips do Globus offer?
Coach Tours Short BreaksWhere can you travel to?
Africa Asia Canada & Alaska Europe Hawaii Middle East South & Central America UK & Ireland More...Globus snapshot
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The low down on Globus from our expert team of advisors at Global Journeys...
Globus is part of the Globus Family of Brands, which also includes Cosmos and Avalon Waterways and are always popular with our clients. Globus offer premium guided touring experiences all over the world, catering mainly for the 55+ market - but like most operators they are open to all ages. Along with their classic touring itineraries, Globus also have a range of popular winter escapes, small group discoveries and range of independent trips for those that like a bit more freedom to do their own thing.
The majority if their trips are centred on Europe, Canada and the USA where they provide 4 to 4.5 star accommodation, read more luxury coaches, plenty of meals & inclusions.
Globus's clasic coach tours host a maximum of 45 guests per trip (slightly less that the industry standard of around 50) and their small group trips host between 18 and 24 travellers. Average group sizes are often lower than those maximums, based on the destination you're exploring and the time of year you're travelling.
Our team of advisors have enjoyed numerous journeys with Globus including trips to South America, Dalmatia, Mexico and Spain, so we have plenty of first hand knowledge to help you plan your next trip!
Who travels with Globus?
International travellers, with guests from Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.
What's the age range on a Globus tour?
Generally 50+
How many people will we be travelling with?
Classic tours generally average around 36 guests, with most itineraries capped at 45 travellers.
I'm a solo-traveller, will your tours suit me?
Yes. Solo travellers regularly join Globus tours and can book their own room for a single supplement; selected departures may offer reduced or waived single supplements.
Do you offer single rooms?
Yes. A single supplement applies and single-room pricing and availability is shown for each departure.
Do you offer room-sharing with other solo travellers?
No.
How would you describe the accommodation on your trips?
Premium, hand-selected hotels, with accommodation varying by destination and itinerary.
Are there any extras to pay on top of the price shown?
Arrival and departure transfers, optional excursions, some meals and drinks and gratuities.
Do you have the same guide throughout the trip?
Globus guided tours are accompanied by a Tour Director who manages the trip and is supplemented by specialist Local Guides where required.
Do you use local guides?
Yes. Globus uses Local Guides to provide destination-specific sightseeing and insight.
How much free time will we have on a Globus trip?
Globus builds free time into its itineraries, alongside structured sightseeing and, on many tours, a choice of included or optional excursions.
How fit do we need to be?
Most tours are leisurely to moderate, although walking and physical requirements vary by itinerary and destination.
Recent Globus reviews
The hotels were very good for the most part, the rooms were clean and ready for our arrivals, the amenities worked well there were no issues, the staff was courteous and helpful though the food at some of the hotels could’ve been improved.
The location for them was also very favourable. Overall I give the hotels an 9/10.
The included tours were mostly very good also, it largely came down to the tour guide that we had on the day and the manner in which they delivered their explanations. The explanations were good and I’d give them a 10/10 in content
In terms of the way in which the tour guides delivered the content it changed from place to place but overall I’d say a 7/10 with three (3) guides being the sole contributors to the score (the reason why the local tour guide score was impacted was due to the experience we had with foreigners who managed our tours. A Ukrainian lady in Barcelona. An Australian guy in Valencia and and American guy in Seville, they were agreed by all on tour to be the downside of the tour guides, all were really not good at all and everyone we spoke with agreed that Globus should stick to true locals instead)
In terms of paid experiences I would rate these at 10/10, I appreciate many of these locations require tickets in advance so it’s imperative decisions are made in advance, I would only suggest that a more comprehensive explanation is given to help inform the decision making process as some seem a bit vague and one might hesitate to book on these grounds. I also strongly think you should re-incorporate the Montserrat Monastery visit into your tour. Many guests agreed this is a much better choice than the cava experience.
Travel experience was a highlight also, the ability to rotate seats was excellent and the travel always felt safe and comfortable. JuanJo (our bus driver) was amazing, always friendly, safe and dedicated, we really would like to praise him on his service 10/10.
Our tour director was absolutely fantastic also - Kaye Maxwell - her enthusiasm, charisma, charm and all round awesome personality really made our trip one to cherish, no matter the situation she handled it like an absolute pro and nothing was too much or a bother - though we think some high maintenance guests may have tested her patience at times - Kaye always had the right answer, pivoted with ease even in light of things beyond our control (like the Granada earthquake!) and made sure we were always looked after and the show went on with a smile on everyone’s face. Kaye’s way of handling everything with seeming ease is a true testament to her years of experience and professionalism in all aspects of her life and work. Kaye is an absolute champ.
Back to Australia we really enjoyed the Global Journeys booking experience. Hannah was easy to deal with and helpful, quick to clarify aspects of the tour with Globus and quick to relay that clarification back to us, her emails were clear and approachable and despite us having our first tour experience and asking many questions we never felt we annoyed her and was very professional in her dealings with us. Overall I would genuinely look to book another tour with Global Journeys and Globus most likely too.
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Why should we travel with Tauck?
We asked Tauck why you should travel with them, here's what they said...
We believe that when you travel, you should never settle for ordinary. You deserve to travel in good company, with someone who cares. We believe that good value sells itself – you should get what you pay for, and then some, in one upfront price with virtually everything included. Leave your worries at home; we take on all the planning, all the logistics. To you, it’s peace of mind travel, to us, it’s 90+ years of integrity.
Wherever we travel, we’re all about taking you to explore the world’s treasures….discover people and cultures you may not read more have known existed…and experience extraordinary, life-changing moments. Since 1925, we’ve built our company on the personal referrals and recommendations of our guests. We can think of no higher testament to our journeys and commitment to customer satisfaction – and no better way to tell you what we do than through their words.
What types of trips do Tauck offer?
Land Journeys River Cruises Small Ship Cruises Small Group Tours Family ToursWhere can you travel to?
Africa Asia Canada & Alaska Europe South America UK & Ireland USATauck snapshot
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The low down on Tauck from our expert team of advisors at Global Journeys...
New to the Australian market in 2017, Tauck actually began operating in the US more than 90 years ago. Today they offer premium river cruises, land tours, small ship cruises, family adventures and small group journeys around the world. Tauck are renowned for the quality and inclusiveness of their trips, whether on land or water, so you can almost leave your wallet at home – don’t actually do that – knowing most things are taken care of. While the majority of their guests come from North America, the feedback we’ve received from the Aussies and Kiwis we’ve arranged trips for has been overwhelmingly positive.
Who travels with Tauck?
Well-travelled couples, friends and solo travellers seeking upscale, fully guided travel, with a predominantly mature guest mix. Tauck Bridges tours cater for multi-generational families.
What's the age range on a Tauck tour?
Primarily mature travellers, generally aged 50 and over.
How many people will we be travelling with?
Classic Tauck land journeys average approximately 35 to 44 guests. Many itineraries also offered small group departures.
I'm a solo-traveller, will your tours suit me?
Yes. Solo travellers are welcome across Tauck's land journeys, with single-occupancy pricing available on departures.
Do you offer single rooms?
Yes. A single supplement applies and single-room pricing and availability is shown for each departure.
Do you offer room-sharing with other solo travellers?
No.
How would you describe the accommodation on your trips?
Upscale hotels, resorts, lodges, historic properties, castles, boutique hotels and distinctive destination stays selected for their setting, character and sense of place.
Are there any extras to pay on top of the price shown?
Some meals and Tauck Director and driver gratuities.
Do you have the same guide throughout the trip?
Yes. A dedicated Tauck Director accompanies and manages the journey, although personnel can change on longer or combined itineraries.
Do you use local guides?
Yes. Tauck uses handpicked local guides and experts alongside the Tauck Director to provide destination-specific knowledge and interpretation.
How much free time will we have on a Tauck trip?
Journeys are comprehensive and highly organised, but itineraries regularly include independent time to explore, relax or follow recommendations from the Tauck Director.
How fit do we need to be?
Travellers need sufficient mobility to walk around 0.5 to 1 mile at a time, negotiate stairs and uneven surfaces, stand for up to an hour and board coaches, boats or other transport independently. More demanding journeys require additional fitness.
Recent Tauck reviews
Tip: If booking airline flights through Global Journeys, ask for each passenger to have their own individual travel reservation number. Due to airline system upgrades, Colombian/ Panamanian airlines at international airports do not appear to recognise multiple passengers booked under the same travel reservation number (you’ll be stuck at the airline check in counter for an additional 2 hours for each flight you take).
On a very positive note, the local tour guides were excellent, very knowledgeable, courteous and friendly. Our Tauck Tour Guide was also excellent with extensive experience in Eastern Europe. One final negative comment, unfortunately. Even though we realize that Tauck does not make hotel room assignments, we feel that they can do a much better job of influencing the hotels on our stay to provide rooms that are more comparable to the cost of our tour. We have not once during our Tauck tours been assigned a hotel room with a view of anything but rooftops of adjacent buildings or a view of another section of the hotel itself. That's not what we feel we deserve for the money we pay for these tours. On a closing note, we are booked on our next Tauck tour to Portugal in October and plan to book a follow-on Tauck tour to New Zealand on 2024.
