One of the Globus family of brands’ Lighthouse Project key pillars is People, where our aim is to help the communities of the world shine. We wholeheartedly believe that it’s not just the splendid landscapes and landmarks that make travel so rewarding – it’s the unique people we meet along the way […]
The Deep South of the U.S. spans from Texas, the ‘Lone Star State’, and stretches to the east up to Virginia, the ‘Mother of States’. As one of the most racially diverse areas in the country, you’ll find many Africans, Native Americans and Europeans have made it their home. The best part is the melting pot of cultures and history, complete with […]
In this last blog about Avalon Waterways’ Storyteller Series sailings, we delve into the Romantic Rhine. From the German Black Forest of fairy tales to the historic canals of Amsterdam, be inspired by the castle-lined backdrops, quaint towns, and panoramic views that follow you wherever you go! Our Romantic Rhine river cruise is so popular that […]
The beauty of spring is how it marks fresh, new beginnings. Flowers that have been quietly biding their time during winter are finally able to stretch their green shoots and bloom with pops of colour everywhere. Many-a baby animal is born, with fluffy coats and snuffly noses ready to explore the big, wide world. Warmer weather means getting outdoors more, soaking in the sunshine […]
We think it is truly magical to have such a magnificent, unique piece of Mother Nature that is so special to the Indigenous people of Australia – Uluru. The single word alone is so powerful, lending itself to the massive sandstone found in the Australian Outback in Northern Territory. Given that it is such a formidable part of Aboriginal culture, […]
Whilst sitting at almost a 90-degree angle to each other, the Rhine and Seine rivers flow through some of Europe’s mightiest countries. The Seine makes its way through northern France, beginning near Dijon and ending at Le Havre; while the Rhine has its home in (primarily) Germany with a spot of Switzerland and the Netherlands thrown in there for good measure. With picturesque scenery along their […]