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Serving Columbus since 1989, Grandview Travel is one of central Ohio's leading travel agencies. Contact us today and get packing! Give us a call!

Exotic tropical island vacations, luxury and adventure cruises, European travel, romantic getaways, honeymoon packages, safaris, global itineraries, destination weddings and customized vacation packages are a but a few of the services Grandview Travel provides. You've worked hard all these years, why not reward yourself for a job well done, take time to enjoy yourself. Browse or search through our

site to see the wide variety of trips we can offer you. We'll work with you to make your travel dreams a reality. Our travel advisors have a combined 100 years of experience and have traveled throughout the world. We are available 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Monday-Friday and evenings and Saturdays by appointment.

01/20/2025

Some pictures to brighten your feed on this 10 degree, icy Monday. It's the perfect time of year for an escape. Give us a call and we can get you here in just a few clicks.

01/15/2025

Some shots of the more modern side of Tokyo. Tokyo is such a unique city that's a fusion of modern and traditional culture. Being the largest city in the world, you can spend an entire day exploring each of the different neighborhoods.

Spend a day in the bustling area of Shibuya and the evening in Shinjuku, known for its nightlife. Be sure to spend time in the upscale Ginza shopping district, Akihabara electronic district, Asakusa downtown district with temples, and trendy Shimokitazawa with thrift shopping.

01/13/2025

Effective now, an ETA (digital travel permit) is required for U.S. citizens traveling to the UK. This ETA is required even for travelers who have a layover in the U.K.

Applying for a UK ETA is entirely online and paperless. American applicants can complete the application online in less than 20 minutes. It generally takes three days to process an ETA application and costs £10 each.

The European Union countries are working on their own ETA that that should roll out sometime in 2025, stay tuned for more details.

01/08/2025

Some of the unique food known to Japan! Japan is of course famous for ramen and sushi, as well as other noodles such as udon, all different types of street food, yakitori skewered meat, wagyu beef, and convenience stores such as 7-11 with high quality food options so unlike what we have in the U.S.

01/06/2025

We are open today!!

Snow day got you dreaming of destinations like this? Give us a call and let us plan your warm weather trip.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from Japan!! New years is the biggest holiday of the year in Japan, making it a unique time to visit.

On New Years Eve, people visit the temple for the first temple visit of the new year, called Hatsumode. Long lines form at temples and shrines for the first visit of the year on January 1st. There are lots of celebrations with vendors selling street food, and you can buy good luck charms and fortune-telling paper strips – called omikuji.

People also head out to see the first sunrise of the new year, known as Hatsuhinode, symbolizing a new start.

Most stores and restaurants are closed for the holiday on January 1st, making it a good day to get out and see some temples.

12/30/2024

Day 1 in Japan...lots of temples and shrines. Shrines follow the shinto religion, where temples are buddhist. Shinto is considered Japan's indigenous religion, and during the Meji restoration, Shinto was divided from Buddhism.

You can tell them apart because the shrines have shrine gates called Torii at the entrance, which are usually red-colored. Temple gates are a lot more complicated structures than shrine’s Torii.

12/23/2024

Have a Merry Christmas, see you on the 26th!

12/11/2024

In 2024, travel to Europe remained strong as always, and Asia boomed. We saw increased travel for events, as well as increased travel spending overall. Swipe to see our predictions for where and how people will travel in 2025:

1. Travelers are looking for more personalized, high-end experiences. Instead of being on a large ship with over 2,000 fellow travelers, consider a smaller vessel that will be a more intimate experience. Travel around the world with only unpacking once, and visit more destinations that are not accessible by large cruise ships.

2. We predict all-inclusive resorts will boom next year as bigger hotel chains open new all-inclusive resorts for the first time. All-inclusive resorts are becoming more luxurious and high-end.

3. S.K.I., or "spending kids' inheritance," a term coined by booking.com to describe baby boomers' increased travel spending. Post pandemic, travelers are not putting off taking their bucket list trips.

4. Travelers aren’t necessarily going for destination “dupes” and skipping the popular destinations altogether, but are instead adding on a more off the beaten path destination after visiting a major city. After Paris, travel to Reims for a few days. After Tokyo, visit Fukuoka.

12/04/2024

Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral is finally reopening! After almost 5 years of construction, the inside of the cathedral will be reopening to visitors starting December 8th. Following an inaugural week from December 8 to 15, Notre Dame will resume its daily schedule starting December 16. Entrance will remain free of charge.

Pictures are from a year ago when the cathedral was still under construction. A lot of exciting activities in Paris recently!

12/02/2024

Black Friday shopping isn't over yet. Tomorrow is Travel Tuesday, a term coined in recent years as research shows that some of the best travel deals of the year fall on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. We could see lower prices on cruises, hotels, tours, and potentially flights. There's no telling what sort of pricing we may see tomorrow, so if you've been thinking of taking a last minute trip, give us a call and we just may be able to get you a good deal.

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! The office is closed this Thursday and Friday, see you Monday!

11/25/2024

It's Christmastime in Paris!

Christmas is an incredible time to visit Paris with decorations and celebrations. Some of the best shopping is located in Place de la Concorde in which all the high end stores have their windows decorated for the holidays. There's so much to do this time of year from Christmas markets, to holiday displays and lights, to concerts and shows.

11/22/2024

Exciting news! Grandview Travel is hosting its first escorted tour!

Join Grandview Travel’s own resident art historian and senior travel advisor Natalie on a journey through the grand imperial capitals of Austria and Hungary this coming April 2025!

This tour is perfect for:
-History buffs
-Art and museum lovers
-Classical music listeners
-Fans of fine dining, beautiful cafes, and regional wines
-You have been to Paris and want something similar but different
-You have been to Vienna or Budapest on a river cruise: this tour will provide a more in-depth experience of both!

Art and Culture of the Austro-Hungarian Empire
April 3-14, 2025

Link below for details:

https://artandodysseys.com/?page_id=153

11/18/2024

Bon appetit!

France is one of the best places you can travel for great food. Not only are the wine and cheese incredible, but be sure to try traditional French dishes such as escargot and oysters.

Miam miam!

11/15/2024

Bonjour de Paris!

Rob is in Paris right now seeing the sites and visiting some museums. There are so many amazing museums in Paris, such as the Rodin museum pictured here where you can see famous works such as the Thinker and the Gates of Hell. Our advisors visit Paris time and time again and always find new museums to explore.

The Luxembourg Gardens are beautiful this time of year as well!

11/14/2024

Istanbul is a city that can be endlessly explored no matter how much time you have to spend, whether just as a cruise excursion, or an extended 5-day land itinerary. This ancient city bridges the continents of Europe and Asia and has many unique and colorful neighborhoods each with their own charms, such as the artsy Galata/Pera, Taksim’s pedestrian gathering spaces, Karakoy’s many chic bars and cafes, Kadakoy’s local fish and produce markets and traditional Anatolian bistros, and the many historical sites and majestic mosques of the old town Sultanahmet.

With our expertise and specialized Turkish partners whose guides are world-renowned in their historical and cultural knowledge and experience navigating their home city, offering the best rates, true skip-the-line benefits, secret accesses, VIP upgrades and treatment at the grandest hotels, and much more…if you’ve been thinking of traveling to Istanbul and Turkey, don’t hesitate to reach out to Grandview Travel today!!

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11/13/2024

In Istanbul, there are a few Turkish delicacies and crafts you must bring home with you as gifts or memorable souvenirs. Our special partners in the city have the best relationships with world-renowned specialty makers and producers of Istanbul’s finest, including handwoven Turkish carpets of the finest quality wool or silk; handmade and painted iznik-style ceramics, tiles, and vases; textiles such as scarves, luxury linens, and pillowcases; unique artisan jewelry and accessories; and of course Turkish Delight, coffee, pomegranate and fruit teas, saffron, and the best pistachios to be found anywhere in the world! Our private guides will make sure you get high quality, actual Made in Turkey products, will help you haggle with pricing, and have great discounts with the best merchants. They will also help you find any type of shop or restaurant you are looking for in Istanbul’s many vibrant neighborhoods!

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So much to do in Japan and Tokyo alone...you could spend an infinite amount of time in Tokyo and still not see everything. #grandviewtravel #travelagency #japantrip #tokyojapan #tokyotrip #asiatravel

So many great reasons to visit Japan in the off season! The weather in Tokyo is a lot milder than in the midwest, with average highs around 50 degrees in December. On average, Mt. Fuji is only visible for visitors 20%-30% of the year. December is actually the best time of year to see Mt. Fuji, with a 68% likelihood of the entire mountain being visible. The mountain also has its iconic snow cap during this time. No matter what time of year you go, early morning is best for visibility as clouds tend to roll in in the afternoon.

Interlaken area is often called the adventure sports capital of Europe, and for good reason! There is so much to do here other than just hiking. You can go paragliding, biking, canyon swinging, cliff walking, and climb a via ferrata. The Murren-Gimmelwald via ferrata starts in Murren and takes around 2.5-3 hrs as you make your way across the iron rungs towards Gimmelwald. It’s accessible for beginners due to the iron rungs and ladders attached to the rock gface. Then when you’re done, take a 5 minute gondola ride back up to Murren. Definitely one of the most unique and fun activities with great views. #grandviewTravel #switzerland #switzerlandtravel #murrenswitzerland #jungfrauregion #jungfrau #europedestinations #europetravel #europetrip

We've got a lot of clients heading out now on end of summer trips. Right now, we have clients in the Swiss Alps, northern Italy, Hawaii, Germany, Alaska, and more. Where did you travel this summer? #grandviewTravel #travelagency #europetravel #eurosummer #hawaiitravel #alaskatravel #italiansummer

This month, we celebrated 35 years of planning trips all over the world. That’s a lot of travel! We love creating unique itineraries and building dream trips for our clients. Thanks for being with us for the past 35 years, looking forward to more travel to come! #grandviewTravel #eurosummer #europetravel #traveltips #italytravel #travelagency #allinclusive

Staying in an over the water bungalow can be a once in a lifetime experience, but you don’t have to fly for 20 hours or shell out a ton of money to do it. Some of our favorite resorts are just a few hours away from the U.S. If you’re looking for something really special for a honeymoon or anniversary, though, some of the best over the water bungalows can be found in Bora Bora, Tahiti, or elsewhere. Definitely a great getaway for next winter that sells out fast 👀

This Summer, we recommend swapping the crowds and high pricing of Italy for Croatia's Adriatic Coast. Croatia has infinite islands to hop between and some of the best seaside towns with blue water, ancient architecture, and Mediterranean food and wine. We love a small ship cruise with anywhere from 30-250 passengers as a way to travel the beautiful coast with ease. #grandviewTravel #cruise2024 #croatiatravel #croatiacruise #europesummer

If you're looking for a more relaxing and quiet vacation focused on decompressing, a wellness resort might be the perfect fit for you. During my stay, daily activities such as yoga, pilates, and water zumba were offered, as well as healthy food and some live music in the evenings. It was the perfect trip to come back feeling fully refreshed!