Brand Comparison at a Glance
Explore the distinct qualities that define each of our brands with our comprehensive Brand Comparison Chart. This at a glance guide illuminates what makes each brand unique, helping you align your clients' preferences with their ideal travel experience. From the adventurous spirit of Globus to the serene voyages of Avalon Waterways and the value-driven journeys of Cosmos, find the perfect fit for every traveler's dream.
Brand Profile
- Europe
- North America including Alaska and Hawaii
- South & Central America
- Africa Australia & New Zealand
- Asia
- Middle East
- Baby Boomer couples - primary
- Generation X - secondary
- Multi-gen – emerging
- Europe
- North America including Alaska and Hawaii
- South and Central America
- Africa
- Australia & New Zealand
- Asia
- Middle East
- Cruisers
- Baby Boomer couples – primary
- Empty Nesters - primary
- Generation X - secondary
- Solo Travelers – secondary
- Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Danube, Seine, Rhone, and Saone Rivers in Europe
- The Mekong River in Vietnam & Cambodia
- The Amazon River in Peru
- The Galapagos Islands in Ecuador
- The Nile in Egypt
- Baby Boomer couples - primary
- Generation X - secondary
- Multi-gen – emerging
Globus
Itineraries: 318 tours across 74 countries
Guaranteed Departures: Available
Prime Booking & Promotional Period: Europe & North America: Sept.-Oct.; Jan.-Feb Off season special promotions Exotics: July-Sept.; Jan.-Feb.
Average Commission per Booking: $1,200
Destinations
Traveler Profile
Age Range: 50-75
Median Age: 68
Household Income: $100k+
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Sample Travel Styles
Classic Globus Tours: For more than 95 years, Globus’s expert Tour Directors have turned foreign countries into familiar harbors by providing hand-selected hotels in the heart of destinations, VIP access to must-see sights and behind the-scenes storytelling on perfectly planned itineraries across the globe.
Globus Small Group Discovery Tours: With more than 50 tours and an average group size of 15 (18 outside Europe), these tours were built exclusively for small groups, offering travelers unique accommodations, exclusive excursions, and special access across the globe.
Undiscovered Tours: Globus’ exclusive series of Undiscovered Tours throughout Europe and North America invite travelers to explore the world off-the-beaten-piazza where they can enjoy fewer crowds and more wonder thanks to up-close and unexpected discoveries.
Globus Independent Tours: Globus invites travelers to enjoy the many benefits of touring, untethered – to cure their curiosities and discover new destinations on their own, with ease thanks to on-the-go-support from our team of travel experts.
Special Events: Your clients’ ticket to the best celebrations of North American culture with up-close views and behind-the-scenes experiences.
Unique Travel Opportunities
Faith-Based, Multi-generational / Families, Private Touring, Custom Tours, Groups
Cosmos
Itineraries: 138 tours across 54 countries
Guaranteed Departures: Available
Prime Booking & Promotional Period: Europe & North America: Sept.-Oct.; Jan.-Feb. Exotics: July-Sept.; Jan.-Feb.
Average Commission per Booking: $800
Destinations
Traveler Profile
Age Range: 45-75
Median Age: 66
Household Income: $75k+
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Sample Travel Styles
Value Vacations: Cosmos knows why people travel. They’d rather have an extra day exploring than a fancy chocolate on their pillow at night. Enjoy hand-selected inclusions and world-class experiences for value-minded travel lovers.
Undiscovered Tours: Discover the world's off-the-beaten path treasures and timeless traditions on a value-minded Cosmos Undiscovered Tour in Europe and North America.
Rail Journeys: Scenic daylight journeys or overnights in private sleeping staterooms take passengers back to the golden era of train travel.
Private Tours: Designed for parties from two to two dozen, Globus’s Private Tours offers the opportunity to customize any published European tour for a private group at a special price.
Faith Based Tours: We’ve created a variety of uplifting itineraries to renew your clients’ faith, reaffirm their beliefs, and reflect upon centuries of religious history. They can explore the roots of their faith on a vacation where miracles happen.
Unique Travel Opportunities
Faith-Based, Solo Travelers, Multi-generational / Families / Private Touring, Groups
Avalon
Itineraries: 79 cruises across 24 countries
Guaranteed Departures: All Europe & Southeast Asia
Prime Booking & Promotional Period: Feb.-June; Oct.-Nov.
Average Commission per Booking: $1,800
Destinations
Traveler Profile
Age Range: 55-75
Median Age: 66
Household Income: $110k+
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Sample Travel Styles
Active & Discovery: Choose activities based on interests like traditional sightseeing, biking, painting classes, canoeing, and more. Experience a river cruise that is action-packed or filled with interactive discoveries.
Avalon Choice: Allows passengers to choose activities based on interests and fitness levels. Enjoy traditional sightseeing, and intermingle engaging activities like cooking and painting classes, and biking or jogging activities. It's your choice.
Special Interest: Avalon caters to our guests’ passions and pursuits, from exploring gardens to enjoying regional wines and beers. Also offered are History Cruises, featuring WWII sites, photography or culinary enthusiast itineraries, and Festive Season cruises for a diverse cultural and culinary experience.
Unique Travel Opportunities
Groups, Charters, Shorter Itineraries