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Tuesday, March 02, 2010

Considered “America’s best idea,” National Parks around the world provide travelers preserved views of natural wonder as far as the eye can see.   An American invention, they give us a unique backyard vacation oasis where postcard views meet real, life-altering experiences.  And, it’s this transparent beauty, exploration and enrichment combined with the accessibility of North American National Parks that make them a popular vacation choice.

According to the National Park Service, trips to National Parks are on the rise.  “National Parks are idyllic vacation ‘hot spots’ perfect for relaxation and introspection, wild life exploration or adventure, depending on the traveler,” said Scott Nisbet, president and CEO for the Globus family of brands.

A wide range of experiences can be had at National Parks including everything from snorkeling, rafting and hiking to learning about the environment, geology and wild life.  They also provide a perfect retreat for those hoping to reconnect with themselves or nature. 

“Our National Park-focused tours offer an inclusive-style of travel with incomparable exploration and enrichment opportunities,” said Nisbet.  “With a wide range of National Park destinations, hotels and price points, coupled with unparalleled service and storytelling, we create experiences for travelers they couldn’t produce on their own.”

Together, Globus, Cosmos and Monograms offer travelers more than 35 National Park-focused tours and packaged vacations from which to choose an ideal getaway. The most popular National Park-focused escapes for 2010 are:

• National Parks & Canyon Country   (Cosmos), Denver to Las Vegas
• Canyon Country Adventure   (Globus), Scottsdale to Las Vegas
• Heart of the Canadian Rockies   (Cosmos), Calgary to Vancouver
• Parks & Canyons Spectacular   (Globus), Rapid City to Las Vegas
• Spectacular Alaska!   (Globus), Anchorage to Fairbanks
• Canyon Escape   (Monograms On the Road vacation), Zion National Park to the Grand Canyon

Specialty sites:  National Parks | Alaska | Canada

Sunday, January 31, 2010

As you get ready to travel?

Here are some tips to give you peace of mind while you are away and make sure you do not make your house as a target of opportunity. These are some simple precautions from the experts.

• Be mindful of who is around when you are discussing your trip - there is no need to let too many people know or draw attention to the fact your house might be empty for a period.
• The best deterrent is to have someone housesit. If that is not possible, ask a trusted neighbor or friend to take in the newspaper, mail, and any other deliveries and keep an eye on the house. Give them your trip plans and an emergency phone number so they can reach you in case of an emergency. You can also arrange with the post office and newspaper to suspend delivery for the time you are away.
• Lock doors, windows and secure sliding doors (a metal rod or a broomstick in the sliding door track is an inexpensive lock), as well as the garage, the basement, and the attic. Some people even disconnect the power to motorized garage door openers.
• Move any valuables from plain sight.
• Check on your appliances, unplug anything that doesn't need to be on while you're away. Lower air conditioning/heating units to energy-saving levels.
• Set timers to turn on lights if you do not have someone staying at the house.

Wednesday, January 06, 2010

Europe is waiting.

The wait is officially over. Pack your bags and let’s start traveling again. Destinations like historic Britain and scenic Ireland are ready for the return of travelers like yourself. Rejuvenate your sense of adventure with great airfares to Europe and savings up to 15% less than 2009 on vacation packages from Cosmos. The time has come to make vacation a priority again.

Featured Airfares to Popular European Cities

• London $487 (Virgin)
• Munich $504 (British Airways)
• Dublin $519 (British Airways)
• Budapest $553 (Alitalia)
• Rome $597 (Alitalia)
• Zurich $605 (Lufthansa)
• Paris $626 (Alitalia)

*Fares shown are available onselect 2010 Cosmos air-inclusive Europe vacations onselect airlines from select U.S. gateways to select European gateways, and are subject to availability in a designated class of service. Booking must be made and under deposit between January 6 and March 2, 2010 for travel between January 7 and March 31, 2010. Call for year-round pricing. Offer not valid with any other offer except Journeys Club. Applies to new 2010 bookings only, and fares will not be offered on pre-existing bookings. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Sample fares shown are per-person, roundtrip low season, mid-week travel from New York (JFK), include fuel surcharges but do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. For current prices, please see our web site. Additional restrictions may apply.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Europe is a place of wonders, an intriguing past and timeless elegance.  Here, watch history come live as you explore the destinations of your choice.  Saver new foods and discover new passions.  Shop for exquisite fashion and wander bustling markets for the best bargains.  Let some of the most renowned theatres in the world excite and entertain you.  Discover lands where fairytale castles exist and real kings, queens and princess rule.  Europe is charming and positively magical, alluring, enchanting, enthralling and it's where Harry Potter, Shakespeare , Sherlock Holmes and "Angles & Demons" come to life.

Europe is defined in its thriving cities, breathtaking countryside, quaint pubs and the world's finest museums.  A day in Europe could be a day of sightseeing, romance or just a long afternoon sitting at a sidewalk cafe.

We welcome you to research your next European tour by destination, or by clicking on our preferred travel partners.

Here is our network of Europe travel destination sites:
Atlas Cruises & Tours| Christmas Market Tours | England Tours | Escorted Family Vacations | France Tours | Greece Tours| Ireland Tours | Italy Tours | Luxury Tour |Oberammergau | River Cruise | Russia Tours | Scandinavia Tours | Spain Tours

We also have specialty European Tour Operators sites:
Contiki Tours | Cosmos Tours | General Tours | Globus Tours | Insight Tours | Tauck Tours | Trafalgar Tours

Saturday, November 07, 2009

Cosmos vacations has unbelievable pricing for travel in 2010. Ten amazing adventures for under $1,000

Prague, Vienna & Budapest
The rediscovered jewels of Imperial Europe are the focus of this very popular vacation, starting and ending in Munich, Germany. Since the reunion of Western and Eastern Europe, Prague and Budapest are among the most-visited cities on the “Old Continent.”

Jewels of Spain & Portugal
Spain & Portugal tours from Cosmos - tour Madrid, tour Lisbon & tour Fatima. Experience the culture & history of Spain & Portugal.

Jewels of France
Experience Northern France's incredible sights and landmarks, beginning with Paris.

Leisurely Tour of Turkey
A country of many contrasts, Turkey is a unique crossroads between Europe and Asia. Begin in Istanbul and drive along the Sea of Marmara to Gallipoli on the European side of the Dardanelles.

Cairo, Alexandria & Mediterranean
Tour Africa with Cosmos on an affordable vacation. Discover how Cosmos turns Africa vacation dreams into reality.

Jewels of Morocco     10 days fro
travel packages include tours of Casablanca & more. Discover how Cosmos turns Morocco vacation dreams into reality.

British Panorama
Vacation in the UK & tour London, Stonehenge & Glasgow. Explore the history & culture of the UK on an affordable escorted vacation.

Magic of the Italian Lakes
Discover the heart of the Italian lakes on this magnificent getaway. 

Greek Odyssey
eece affordable vacations from Cosmos offer Olympia & Athens tour packages. Explore ancient ruins & beautiful beaches.

Tunisian Adventure
Tunisia offers miles of beautiful Mediterranean coastline, Roman ruins and more.