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As France opens up, Globus brand range helps welcome travelers back
Littleton, Colorado – June 8, 2021 – With its quaint country market squares, ivy-covered café terraces and all-round cultural flair, France offers the ultimate travel temptation. And, it will open to fully vaccinated U.S. travelers this week (June 9). The Globus family of brands is ready to launch with new and respected river cruises, small group discovery tours and Paris city resorts.
“With its iconic French bakeries, bistros, stunning castles and ice-cold champagne, France is visitors’ ticket to something AWE-some,” said Steve Born, chief marketing officer for the Globus family of brands. “No one offers travelers more ways to plan a return to France this year or next than Globus, Cosmos, Avalon Waterways and Monograms.”
New and highly recommended river cruises: Stirring up a dish passed down through generations, or mixing paint on your taste buds? Warm up with a guided sightseeing walk in the morning, or relax during a wine tasting? Wander through historical palaces or pass through the ruins of an ancient castle? Thanks to Avalon Waterways, travelers are invited to do these things and more on a suite ship sailing through France. new Initiative and discovery Cruises, including Avalon Choice excursions along the Moselle and Seine rivers.
“Our Active & Discovery vacations are untethered and full of opportunities to infuse interest and passion into every sailing, including extraordinary activities to give travelers the choices they crave,” said Bohn. “The average number of excursions included on these special cruises is 22, providing travelers with countless opportunities to customize their cruise.”
Avalon New Product Highlights Vitality and exploration on the Moselle Cruise includes:
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- Canoeing on the mighty Moselle River
- Hike to Landshut Castle in Bernkastel
- Cycling through the Moselle Valley near Cochem
Discover:
- Wine tasting in the Moselle Valley
- Take a stroll through history and visit one of Germany’s oldest mustard mills
- Visit a famous local brewery in Koblenz and taste classic beers
Classic:
- Wander the winding streets of Cochem and spend an afternoon at Reichsburg Castle
- Visit Bernkastel’s medieval market
- Take a guided tour of the famous Frankenstein Castle
The company’s new 9-day Seine River cruise offers 23 Avalon Choice excursions, including:
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- Kayaking along the Seine River near Rouen
- Hike to the ruins of Gaillard Castle, the former home of Richard the Lionheart
- Tour the Maisons-Lafitte castle on an electric bike
Discover:
- Enjoy a cocktail workshop at the Palais Benedictine, home of the world-famous Benedictine wine
- Discover the legend of the haunted Mortamil Abbey
- Learn about the Normandy cheese route and taste traditional pastries
Classic:
- Visit the Normandy WWII landing beaches and American Cemetery
- Learn the history of Joan of Arc on a walking tour of Rouen
- Follow in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise
One of these special French river cruise departures is also included in the company’s new itineraries Storyteller Series Voyage hosted by celebrity host Candace Bushnell city of sex and light – one Activity and exploration on the SeineItinerary – Departs July 19, 2022.
Small group exploration tour: From the beautiful azure ocean of the French Riviera to vibrant Paris, France has something to satisfy all the senses, so it makes sense that some of the most popular tours from the Globus family of brands feature this popular destination, included in globular protein‘ WWII landing beaches and the Battle of Normandy and Paris, Normandy and FranceAto Countryside or universe‘ Paris, Normandy and the Loire.
“With an average of 20 guests per departure, our small-group Discovery Vacations provide room to roam while getting up close and personal with fascinating places,” said Born.
And, for those who want to leave the group altogether, monogram With city break packages, visitors have the opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at Paris and its sights, which include on-site service from local hosts, free time to explore, and unparalleled storytelling from local guides.
For travelers ready to return to Paris, the French Riviera, postcard-perfect countryside and everything in between, contact the Globus family of brands vacation planner Or go to your preferred travel advisor today!
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