What comes to mind when you think of London? A centuries-old city? A vibrant atmosphere? Iconic landmarks? Tasty fare? All this, and more, encapsulates the capital city of England and the United Kingdom. Discover all that London has to offer on an Independence by Globus holiday: the perfect blend […]
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How to spend a weekend in Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh holds a dear place in not just Scotland’s heart, but in Britain’s, too. Locals sometimes refer to it as Auld Reekie, Scottish for Old Smoky which is what people would see over the city from afar. The late Queen Elizabeth II’s official residence in Scotland was the Palace of […]
A guide to the Danube or the Rhine: which river to choose?
Even though the Danube River is over twice the length of the Rhine, it doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s the river for you! The Danube begins in the Black Forest mountains of Germany and makes its way to the Black Sea, passing through much of Central Europe like Austria, Hungary […]
Seventeen travel essentials to pack for your next holiday
Whether it is your first or fifth trip since the pandemic, this handy list will make sure packing is a breeze. Check out these seventeen travel essentials to pack for your next holiday. 1. Cash While many destinations accept major debit or credit cards, it goes without saying that you should […]
How to spend a weekend in Lake Garda, Italy
Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake, is an absolute must-visit when in the Northern region. While one of its famous (lake) sisters, Como, is well-known for the glitz, glam and celebrities, Lake Garda has a much more laidback vibe to it. Dotted with charming towns and villages around its circumference, with vineyards and mountainous […]
Uncovering the highlights of Western Australia
In October, Shaun – part of our Sales team in Australia – experienced 7 days on our Western Australia Discovery tour with Cosmos. Day 1 The tour kicked off with 2 nights at the Mercure Perth. Upon checking into the hotel, we met our lovely tour director Cherie. Cherie was amazing, […]