SAY HELLO TO GERMANY WITH SPECIAL INCENTIVES

Travellers looking to experience the charms of Germany can now do so with added value incentives, thanks to the Globus family of brands. It’s offering $100 off p.p. on select 2013 and 2014 Globus, Cosmos and Monograms’ German itineraries. The applicable itineraries have been chosen as memorable introductions to Germany, offering a taste of the country’s hospitality, scenery and culture. The 11-day German Highlights escorted coach tour with Globus includes superior accommodation, first-class high speed train between Berlin and Düsseldorf, and charming activities and excursions known as Local Favorites which include a woodcarving demonstration and learning about traditional cuckoo-clocks in the Black Forest.

With 2013 departures priced from $134 a day, value-brand Cosmos’ escorted coach tour the Highlights of Germany is a 12-day exploration of the country from Hamburg in the north to Neuschwanstein in the south. Overnight stays include Berlin, Nuremberg, Munich, the Black Forest and more. A special Cosmos’ highlight is a Rhine Cruise featuring the scenic riverside landscapes filled with vineyards, romantic castles and the famous Lorelei Rock.

If independent travel is more your client’s style, opt for Monograms’ week-long pre-packaged, hassle-free getaway to Munich and Berlin. Monograms includes a choice of centrally located accommodations, train travel between the cities, a half-day sightseeing in each city plus the invaluable services of a Local Host and lots of free time. And travellers can personalize their Monograms holiday with optional excursions purchased prior to departure from Canada.

The savings apply to bookings made between Aug. 23 and Sept. 30 for travel this year or next. Those booking any 2014 departure of the Globus German Highlights tour by Sept. 17 will receive an additional 10% off — as much as $244 p.p. (http://www.globusjourneys.ca , http://www.cosmosvacations.ca , http://www.monogramstravel.ca)