Tag Archives: Escorted Tours

New Europe tour features Floriade but with a military twist

Gardeners and history buffs will find something to “delight” in new Dutch & Belgium tour.
In a recent press release, Collette announced the launch of another new Europe tour featuring Floriade 2012, a major world horticultural expo which only occurs every 10 years. Collette’s 11-day Dutch & Belgium Delights joins Netherlands, Belgium, and Paris tour giving itinerary options [...]

Collette’s latest worldwide travel brochure available online

Last week, Collette released its 15 new tour itineraries for the 2012 – 2013 season showcased in the latest edition of the company’s comprehensive Worldwide Travel brochure.
The Worldwide Travel brochure or “big book” highlights more than 100 escorted tours through Australia, Asia, Europe, South and Central America, Antarctica, the U.S. and Canada, including holiday tours; [...]

See South America in 2 weeks or a month – it’s your choice!

Collette is introducing a new concept called modular touring and is launching it with their new Wonders of South America cornerstone itinerary which is on sale now with departures starting in May 2012.
Personally, I think the idea is a good one.
Cornerstone Itinerary
Essentially, travelers can purchase this 11-day South America highlights tour that will feature Rio, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza [...]

Why Panama should be your next family vacation

It’s not even Labor Day but my kids are already back in school.
Another summer comes and goes all to quickly and I realize that many of the things I had on our family travel list just didn’t happen. Which is why I am already thinking ahead to next summer and a family vacation experience that [...]

Collette in the News: Travel writer showcases Italy’s Treasures

Thanks to Marci Dewolf and the Palm Beach Daily News for showcasing our Explorations’ small group tour, Italy’s Treasures:  Art, Food & Wine of Italy in this article posted on August 13, 2011.
Uncover Italy’s hidden gems via small-group tour
Romantic Italy is steeped in  history and blessed by beauty. Travelers can create their own Italian Renaissance experience [...]

Collette continues to roll out new Europe tours for 2012

re you a train buff? Does the idea of two parallel ribbons of steel transporting you through the Swiss Alps sound appealing?
If you answered yes, then Collette Vacations brand new itinerary added to its expanding line up of Europe tours might just be for you. The Alpine Lakes and Scenic Trains tour visits Switzerland and Italy [...]

New Explorations Asia tour reveals beauty of Indochina

Collette Vacations recently unveiled its newest Explorations tour to Asia that features travel in small groups to three exciting countries:  Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
Departures are set to begin in May 2012 for this 19-day Three Kingdoms of Indochina tour with highlights that include an overnight cruise aboard a luxury junk boat on Halong Bay and a [...]

Five for Friday: Nature of Ecuador

More and more people are traveling to South America.
It’s an affordable destination and it boasts a dizzying array of spectacular landscapes. Collette Vacations invites you to cross the equator on the Pathway of the Sun for a once in a lifetime journey where you will find yourself immersed in the natural wonders of Ecuador.
Collette’s  Avenue of the Volcanoes tour [...]

Unlocking the Mysteries of India

This guest post is courtesy of Krystle Ang, Collette Vacations product manager for Asia and Hawaii, who last week taught us about Taming the Temple Tiger! Today, you will learn the answers to the MYSTERIES OF INDIA.
Why do I want to go to India?
I want to go to India and explore a world of dreams [...]

Pousadas and Pure Nature Distinguish New Portugal Tours

Portugal is one of those countries that everyone can agree on because it appeals to many different interests. This charming country boasts rich history, entertainment, and exceptional food and wines.
Collette has two new tours to Portugal for 2012 with departures starting in May 2012. Explorations Discover Portugal’s Treasures features historic Pousadas, Porto, Guimarães, Sintra, and [...]