Globus Reviews
The 817 Globus reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have traveled with Globus. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
The 817 Globus reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have traveled with Globus. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
We are very satisfied with the tour. The standard of accommodation was very good and the meals were fine. I'm diabetic so the buffet meals suited me as there was a lot of choice. Norway is beautiful and sells itself. We had great warm weather also which made everything sparkle. Coach was very comfortable even though it was full. The driver was in a read more class of his own taking us up hill and down fjiord with ease. Our tour guide Finn-Pieter was exceptional. very calm, experienced and kept everyone on tack without seeming to. The extra excursions were worth the price, however we missed going to Greig's house which disappointed a few. Overall a well thought out tour run be very capable people. Good value for money I think.
Repacking and moving on can be a bit demanding with a coach tour like this, but Portugal has the advantage of short coach times between stopovers. It proved to be a surprising and rewarding tour in many ways: educative and interesting, as well as enjoyable. Portugal is a small country packed with cultural and historical attractions. It was an eye-opener read more to discover that this small country pioneered colonisation of the known world (and probably discovered and dismissed Australia as a worthwhile acquisition before any other Western navigators). Henry the Navigator was the first of a series of intrepid sailors and discoverers (or, from the opposite perspective, colonising conquistadors and exploiters). They ventured as far as India and Japan before Spain and other European countries. We did all of the optional tours and thoroughly enjoyed them.
We thoroughly enjoyed our coach trip. Our tour director Helena was extremely efficient and a lovely person. She had everything running very smoothly. We were hesitant about booking a bus tour but after this one being so enjoyable we would consider doing another one. There was a good blend of places to see. If I was to criticize anything it would be read more the dinner on the final night in Austria - the venue was extremely crowded with lots of tour groups and the meal and service very average. Besides that we had a wonderful holiday.
Low point re food: lunch at Montenegro. Tour guide friendly, experienced and helpful. Coach driver did not make much effort to be friendly so was largely ignored by everyone. Accommodation better than I expected it to be. Overall trip was also more interesting than I was expecting.
Enjoyable trip 2
Helen , NSW, Australia, Jun 2014
The coach was very comfortable, with less passengers and more leg room. A mix of people and a fun group of Aussies. Hotels were good and the itinerary also, however several things that were worth doing ( like visiting Gibraltar) were optional tours and a bit pricey. The guide was a bit pushy about promoting these and I'd say he received a commission read more on how many he sold. One day in Madrid he said that because it was Sunday everything would be closed so we should do the tour he was promoting, but I knew from my research that this was not the case, and we had a fun afternoon in town. I loved all the places visited and enjoyed the trip. Weather was warm but comfortable.
Recommend Globus to anyone interested in a British Isles tour 1
A Taste of Ireland and Scotland
Robert Gaggin, Australia, Jun 2014
We had a great time, saw lots. Globus experience excellent as was Georgie at Global Journeys for booking our extra nights' accommodation and the whole tour. Would recommend Globus to anyone interested in doing a British Isles tour.
Thoroughly enjoyed the Inside Passage cruise 3
Ultimate Alaska & the Yukon with Alaska Cruise
Deborah Richards, Australia, Jun 2014
Thoroughly enjoyed the cruise down the Inside Passage, however there was a lot of time spent travelling on the coach during the tour. Valdez was the highlight of the trip, very beautiful as was the cruise of Prince William Sound.
A great experience 1
Spirit of the Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer and Alaska Cruise
Dianne Webster, Australia, Jun 2014
Art was a great guide. We were lucky to have someone with such great local knowledge. After extensive travel we regard this trip as one of our best ever. Although Alaska was great the ship was a bit tired, but could not fault the staff and the service which were second to none. All in all a great experience.
Loved the tour but we felt it was quite rushed 2
Spirit of the Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer and Alaska Cruise
Cindy Henderson, Australia, Jun 2014
As much as we loved the tour, we felt it was quite rushed. As most hotels didn't allow check in until 4pm, we didn't have enough time at each destination. We would have loved to spend an extra night at Lake Louise, Jasper and Whistler. This would have made the perfect holiday.
Delighted with the Global Journeys experience 4
Majestic Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer
Penelope Stevenson, Australia, Jun 2014
I was absolutely delighted with the Global Journeys experience. From the time I booked the tour with Yvonne, till our Globus tour was completed in Vancouver, everything ran smoothly and efficiently. The hotel accommodation was excellent - clean, of a high standard and centrally located. There was no waiting to check in when we arrived as the room keys read more were handed to us as we got off the coach. I appreciated the 2 nights in most destinations as this gave us time to see the local attractions and also time to relax. The gem of the journey was Lynda Browne our Tour Director. The pride she had of her country was very obvious and she was a wealth of knowledge. Not only did she know the history and geography of the areas visited, but also the customs, foods etc. Through the tour she had local specialties to sample, recipes, quizes and film clips that made the time on the coach very interesting. And I must not forget John, our driver, who drove us safely. If all your tours are of such a high standard I look forward to doing more travelling in the future.
Accommodation was superb, a great tour 2
Majestic Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer
Deborah Richards, Australia, Jun 2014
Great coach driver John and our tour director downtown Lynda Brown was also great. Accommodation was superb, a great tour.
Trip of a lifetime 2
Majestic Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer
Deborah & Steven, QLD , Australia, Jun 2014
Thoroughly enjoyed this fantastic trip. The scenery was amazing as was the accommodation. Our tour guide Linda was the best and so was our driver John. Maligne Lake was breathtaking, so glad this was included in our trip.
Very well organised and we had an excellent tour guide 1
Northern Italy's Highlights & Cinque Terre
Pearl & Bernard Kagan, Australia, May 2014
Booking by Global Journeys was expedited very efficiently. Globus tours proved to be very well organised and we had an excellent tour guide. Millie was Knowledgable, friendly and an extremely capable organiser. We would not hesitate to use both Global Journeys and Globus Tours again. Thank you.
Recommend Globus to anyone interested in a European Tour 2
Robert Gaggin, Australia, May 2014
I would certainly recommend Globus to anyone interested in doing a European Tour. The hotels were mostly top class, being in locations close to the main attractions. The extra nights' accommodation booked by Georgie worked out well, no complaints.
Overall this tour was excellent. Our guide Mitzi was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable about Alaska. She got on very well with bus driver Lane and you could tell they had known each other a long time. They had great teamwork and Lane's knowledge of the history etc was complimentary to Mitzi's, and I liked how she let him have his say. I also liked read more how they took us to some of their favourite places. Accommodation was very good when you realise how remote you are, especially in places like Tok. They were all clean and comfortable, although I did wonder why we didn't use The Best Western in Valdez which was situated right on the harbour. Although we did have some early starts the days never seemed to drag at any time. It did become a little tiresome looking for dinner to eat, especially when you tried to get away from the usual fish or burgers. Also I'm not sure why we stayed at the Alyeska Resort for dinner instead of having it back at the Sheraton. If we were staying there the night, then yes. However, as we had to drive back to Anchorage afterwards, I think a final dinner at the Sheraton would have been more appropriate.
Fast-paced tour, but wonderful to see and do so much 3
America's Historic East
Priscilla Chapman, Australia, May 2014
Certainly a fast-paced tour, but wonderful to see and do so much. A very competent and fun tour director! It was a great holiday and we were lucky to experience so much.
Very comprehensive tour, would use Global Journeys again 2
Scenic Ireland
Christine Harlock, Australia, May 2014
Very comprehensive tour of both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Would recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy this beautiful place. Global Journeys, and especially Michelle were extremely helpful in the booking process and I would not hesitate to use their services and expertise again.
Excursions provided were very good 5
Parks & Canyons Spectacular with Denver
Patricia Marshall, Australia, May 2014
There were two hotels that were not up to scratch, The Adoba in Rapid city we stayed two nights and the rooms were not made up until 17.00. The cabins in Yellowstone were noisy with flushing toilets and no tea or coffee in the rooms, other than that the rest were fine. The meals provided were very good with the pick of the menu, and the excursions provided read more were also very good. Our driver Ken and our tour guide Lisa were very good and patient as organising some of our fellow travellers was like rounding up cats.
Overall we had a good time, would travel with Globus again 3
Eastern US & Canada Discovery
Elizabeth Ollquist, Australia, May 2014
It is really hard to judge this tour as I thought the accommodation was excellent - in the middle of each town within walking distance of restaurants etc. I was fairly disappointed at the standard of meals offered, specially on the CD tower in Toronto - we had uncomfortable seating and others on the tour independently booked this venue & had a far nicer read more meal for slightly less pp than we paid! And they sat on chairs which I would have preferred . (I was told I wouldn't like sitting on a chair!) I would have liked an extra day in both Montreal and Ottawa - just to walk around & explore underground Montreal would have been great! Our tour guide Mike was an excellent organiser and gave excellent advice re sightseeing options & explaining the layout of a town, however he had an irritating patter. He said the same thing every time we had the same situation eg the restaurant options are 'dead cow, dead pig, dead bird or dead vegetables' hardly an appetising thought! Overall we had a good time, met some very nice travelling companions. I would travel with Globus again but would select a slightly slower paced tour.
Thank you for arranging a fantastic holiday for us 4
Spirit of the Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer and Alaska Cruise
Tom & Trish Holloway, Australia, May 2014
I was about to book our holiday with an American company when a Google search led me to Global Journeys here in Australia - and some $2000 cheaper!! I made initial enquiries and this led to a booking. Contact with our consultant (Michelle) has been frequent and informative. The ability to make part payments was also useful. The documentation we received read more was clear and concise. Michelle was also able to amend our names to match our passport as the cruise booking was initially done with our shortened first names. We found Globus very friendly and courteous and I have recommended them to family and friends and will continue to do so. Thank you for arranging a fantastic holiday for us.
