Know Before You Go

AIRLINES: We contract regularly scheduled flights (except as noted otherwise in the brochure and/or website) on such carriers as Alitalia, Air France, Virgin Atlantic, Iberia, Czech Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and others.

BAGGAGE HANDLING: Where included, baggage handling begins curbside at the arrival airport and is limited to one bag per person.

HOTELS: Most hotel accommodations are standard rooms with private bath, and will be either double or two (twin) bedded rooms and have a private bath or shower. Hotel rooms in many countries are typically smaller and less standardized than those in the United States and do not always offer air conditioning. Triple rooms are limited and may not be available at all hotels.

MOTOR COACHES: We use air-conditioned motor coaches for land travel, on which baggage handling is included.

TOUR ESCORTS: Our tour guides are licensed professionals, many with years of education, experience and knowledge in their areas of expertise.

OPTIONAL TOURS: What a great way to explore the places you visit! Be sure to take advantage of a variety of optional tours offered in the destinations you are traveling to. Pre-book optional tours to London, Paris, Beijing and Xian.