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06/20/2024

Explore hidden cobblestone streets, watch the world go by from a sidewalk cafe, sail across beautiful blue waters and delight at the local specialties on this incomparable Italian vacation. If you’ve envisioned it, you’ll see it, hear it, experience it, and taste it on this scenic and scintillating tour of Italy—from the historic Colosseum of Rome to the song-filled canals of Venice, the quiet back alleys of Assisi to the bold storefronts of Milan, and the sweet views of Lake Como to the bittersweet Aperol liqueur of Padua. Warm locals welcome you in each ancient city, medieval village, and indulgent resort, sharing with youth stories behind the architecture, the tales behind the sculptures, the meaning behind the brushstrokes, and if you’re lucky, the secret ingredients on your plate!

8 Day Tour, Rome to Milan
Elizabeth Newkirk is you Italy Specialist!

2024 SPACE AVAILABLE!
Pricing starting at $2,349!

06/18/2024

The Hawaiian Islands are pure magic! 🌴🏝️

From the vibrant sunsets of Maui to the lush rainforests of Kauai and the volcanic wonders of the Big Island, every corner is breathtaking. Hawaii is a true paradise where adventure and tranquility blend perfectly. 🌺✨

Best of The Hawaiian Islands
Tour: EW
10 Day Tour from Honolulu to Maui

Save $700 per couple on select 2024 Globus Europe and North America tours

Elizabeth Newkirk is a Hawaii Specialist! Reach out today to experience the Aloha Spirit, and remember to Malaga Maui!

06/18/2024

🌟 Experience the Magic of Turkey! 🌟

🕌 **Dive into History:**
- Walk the ancient corridors of Ephesus.
- Stand in awe of the magnificent Hagia Sophia.
- Explore the timeless beauty of Topkapi Palace.

🌊 **Relax and Unwind:**
- Discover hidden coves along the Aegean coast.
- Enjoy vibrant beachside nightlife in Bodrum.

🍽️ **Taste the Flavors:**
- Relish mouthwatering Turkish kebabs and mezes.
- Indulge in the sweetness of baklava and Turkish delight.
- Sip on aromatic Turkish tea and coffee.

🛒 **Shop in Style:**
- Wander through Istanbul's Grand Bazaar.
- Find unique, handcrafted treasures in local markets.
- Take home a piece of Turkey with authentic souvenirs.

🎉 **Join Us for an Unforgettable Journey!**
- **STARTING AT $1,088 per person Land Only- $1,699 including airfare, per person

Turkish Escape
Tour: KQRX
8 Day Tour from Istanbul to Istanbul

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Elizabeth Newkirk is your guided small group specialist

06/14/2024

Is an African Safari on your bucket list? It doesn’t have to break the back for this once in a lifetime experience!

Let us take you on the trip of a lifetime in a place like no other. A place to hunt for adventure and gather excitement – for less! Safari with Cosmos and let the wild tales begin!

Check out these amazing deals below out to Elizabeth Newkirk to start planning your getaway today!

06/14/2024

Did you know that Destination Weddings can SAVE you money on a wedding!?

Our budget calculators help you stay on track and free events with complimentary room nights sweeten the deals!

Elizabeth Newkirk is a Destination Wedding and honeymoon specialist with connections all over the world!

From Mexico to Bali! We have you covered

Reach out today for a free consultation to match your vision with the perfect location!

Check out an example of our budget calculator in the comments.

06/13/2024

CHANNEL THE FLANNEL

As the air turns crisp and the leaves shift to a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges and yellows, it's the perfect time to channel the flannel and explore the breathtaking fall foliage of our own backyard! From the serene vistas and vibrant landscapes of the Northeast – from Maine to Connecticut – and French Canada, enjoy a tapestry of spectacular!

Pack your coziest sweater and prepare for a journey through quaint towns, scenic parks and unforgettable autumnal beauty THIS YEAR! Call Elizabeth Newkirk to plan your fall foliage tour today! Pumpkin Spice Latte will be here before you know it

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06/10/2024

Journey to the land of the midnight sun.

From $2,599 + Air, celebrate Norway’s natural beauty, art, and cultural history on this off-season tour.

Valid on specific cities. Departure dates
Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 or Nov 2, 2024





See the beauty of the fjords with fewer crowds on this off-season escorted tour of Norway. You’ll arrive in Oslo to begin a 7-day adventure into some of the world’s most beautiful and mysterious landscapes.

Start with a guided sightseeing tour of Oslo that features the National Theater—home of Ibsen’s plays; the unique Storting building, which houses the Parliament; as well as the Royal Palace. Stroll through the famed Frogner Park with the remarkable Norwegian sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. Visit the venue of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony at City Hall.

From Oslo, you’ll drive northwest through Hallingdal—a large valley, rich in the traditions of iron production, cattle trade, folk art, music, and dance.

You’ll pass through the world’s longest road tunnel to Aurland on your way to the beautiful village of Flåm, situated at the head of Aurlandsfjord.

Your stay in Flåm includes a boat ride on the spectacular Naerøyfjord—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue on to Bergen, the “City of Seven Mountains,” where you’ll take a drive to see Bergenhus Fortress, the Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf, Bergen’s harbor, and the famous fish market. Take a step back in time through the cobblestone streets lined by multi-hued wooden houses that are quintessentially Norwegian.

Celebrate Norway’s stunning natural beauty, its art, and cultural history with a farewell dinner—to celebrate the memories that will stay with you for years to come!

Elizabeth Newkirks your guided tour specialist! Reach out today to take advantage of our great promos!

06/08/2024

Zen Mode On.

Golden Buddhas or limestone caves? Quiet afternoons in a Japanese garden, a walk through a farming village, or gusty speeds of a bullet train? The clatter of rickshaw traffic or the silent wake of a fisherman’s boat? The glitzy skyscrapers of Dubai or the silk cotton trees of Angkor? Old, new, past and future blend together in harmony for “wow” moments galore in the legendary cities and lush landscapes on an Asia tour.

Contact Elizabeth Newkirk today!

06/07/2024

One of my favorite families enjoying their Barefoot Destinations Getaway to paradise.

has something for everyone!!

Reach out to Elizabeth Newkirk today to plan you last minute summer getaway!! It’s never too early to plan for Spring Break and Summer 2025!!

06/07/2024

I love this article written by a colleague and fellow MEXPERT!

Are you looking for a new destination? Something easy to get to but still plenty to explore? How about Tulum?

Check out the link in my comments!
Barefoot Destinations, LLC
Elizabeth Newkirk is your local MEXPERT for all things Cancun,
Riviera Maya, and beyond!

06/07/2024

Where ALL-INCLUDED Meets ALL-INCLUSIVE

Life is a series of moments. What we do with each one matters. Hyatt's Inclusive Collection believes every moment, and everyone is worth celebrating not just in June but all year long.

Elizabeth Newkirk Loves to celebrate LOVE! Reach out today for your destination wedding expert!

At the Inclusive Collection, part of World of Hyatt, we believe every moment is worth celebrating. Discover why resorts are perfect for every chapter of life.

06/07/2024

The magic of Sicily, courtesy of Globus.

From just $1,999 with air, see history come alive as you stroll through Sicily.

Sicilian Escape - 7 days, 6 nights in this beautiful destination

Elizabeth Newkirk is your guided group’s specialist. You get so much bang for your buck!

Palermo
Agrigento
Piazza Armerina
Mount Etna
Syracuse
Catania
Taormina Riviera

06/06/2024

Discover the majesty of Norway as you stand under the vast Northern Lights on an escorted tour!

10 days, 9 nights in this magical destination

$3,699pp to $3,899pp Globus Norwegian Fjords Escape with Northern Lights (KTBX) Air-Inclusive Package on select 2024 departures.

Join us to experience Norway’s exquisite natural beauty that will stay with you for years to come—a guided vacation in Norway you’ll treasure forever.

Call Elizabeth Newkirk for your guided group experiences!

05/26/2024

Say “I Do!” In paradise with Barefoot Destinations! Elizabeth Newkirk is your Destination Wedding Specialist for Mexico and the Caribbean.

05/25/2024

You & Mekong!

Avalon river cruises go beyond the ordinary, beyond the expected and even beyond the grand waterways of Europe to guide you down the renowned rivers of Southeast Asia.

Discover the Magic! Meandering along the mighty Mekong from Cambodia to Vietnam, bucket-list sights from the sacred temples of Angkor Wat to the spirited alleys of Ho Chi Minh City await. And with your Avalon Suite Ship for just 36 guests, there's no better way to experience this part of the world!

Call Elizabeth Newkirk for yout Asia experience!

05/24/2024

Oh My Gaudi!

This is exactly what you might be thinking as you experience the incredible sights, scenes, stories and cuisine on this 9-day tour from Madrid to Barcelona!

Elizabeth Newkirk is your Spain expert.

Starting at $2559 per person.

05/13/2024

ONLY THREE ROOMS LEFT!! Ship is almost completely SOLD OUT! Book now for 2025 Christmas Market Cruise with Elizabeth Newkirk

Host sailing, escorted by Elizabeth!

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05/12/2024

Sighs indeed!

Do you know why it's called the Bridge of Sighs? This was the last view and breath of freedom a man would get as he crossed the bridge from sentencing in Doge's Palace to the "New Prison" in Venice, Italy. It's discoveries like this, on tour, that create goosebump moments! See this - and so much more - for yourself on your next, best Globus tour!

Find the Bridge of Sighs on the following tours! Call you Elizabeth Newkirk

Italian Escape (KIAX)

Italian Vista (LR)

Bella Italia Escape (KIEX)

Essential Europe (HF)

European Escape (KEFX)

European Highlights (HG)

Italian Tapestry (LS)

Italy's Great Cities (LJ)

European Escape With London (KEGX)

Essential Europe With London (HFT)

Italian Treasures (LK)

The Best Of Italy (LB)

Italian Mosaic (LI)

European Tapestry (HA)

European Tapestry With London (HAT)

05/11/2024

REVELRY ON THE RHÔNE

Flowing from the glacial waters of the Swiss Alps to the Mediterranean Sea, the Rhône River winds its way through the legendary landscapes of lush lavender fields, sun-washed storybook villages and fabled French vineyards that inspired Van Gogh, Cézanne and Gaugin.

Marvel at medieval hilltops that set the scene for centuries-old Provençal kitchens featuring the epicurean delights of your dreams on a cruise along the Rhône River where wanderlust flows around every river bend.

Cruises featuring the Rhone. See one that peaks your interest? Call Elizabeth Newkirk for availability and pricing.

Burgundy & Provence (Southbound) (WJL)

Burgundy & Provence for Wine Lovers (Southbound)

Burgundy & Provence (Northbound) (WLJ)

Burgundy & Provence for Wine Lovers (Northbound)

Active & Discovery on the Rhône (Northbound) (WLY)

Active & Discovery on the Rhône (Southbound) (WYL)

A Culinary Experience in Burgundy & Provence (Northbound)

Burgundy & Provence for Photography Enthusiasts

Burgundy & Provence for Jazz Lovers (Northbound)

05/10/2024

Live It Up In the Land Down Under

Do you know what they call a bucket hat Down Under? A giggle hat.

Know what they call a bucket list? Still a bucket list.

But that doesn’t mean you won’t be cackling your way from the red dirt roads of the Australian Outback to the hot bubbling mud pools of New Zealand. In this far out, faraway land, prepare to get up close to the rugged terrain, the breezy beaches, the robust cities, and the happy-go-lucky locals you’ve long dreamed of.

Down Under Sales Event

SAVE $400 Per Couple On Select 2025 South Pacific Tours* Call you Elizabeth Newkirk for more details.

The world is full of remarkable places. To see them is just to see them. To tour them is to truly experience them Cosmos delivers ‘wow’ in the world one scene, one sight and one story at a time. Don’t just see the world. Tour it and SAVE with Cosmos.

05/09/2024

It's time to Toky-GO!

Forget everything your mother taught you about table manners. In Japan, it’s perfectly acceptable to slurp! Get ready to joyously drink in traditional hot sake, green tea, big brothy noodle bowls and the delicious views from neon-lit Tokyo to historic Kyoto on this 11 day tour of the Land of the Rising Sun!

Call Elizabeth Newkirk for your custom quote

05/01/2024

Let's go to Croatia next month!!
May 19-25, 2024
$1699 per person!! Airfare not included.
That's a savings of $500 per person if you book by April 30, 2024. Call your Travel Advisor!

A Taste of Croatia (RU)
7 days from Zagreb to Dubrovnik

What’ll it be? Black risotto made with squid ink? Grilled sardines with garlic and lemon? Lamb and potatoes “under the bell”?

This introductory tour of Croatia allows you to sample its local delicacies as well get a taste of the country’s greatest attributes.

Modern coastal cities, magnificent medieval towns, and breathtaking natural wonders await at every turn.

Get your fill of the lively cobblestone squares in the capital city of Zagreb, the magnificent Diocletian’s Palace in the seaside city of Split, the walled beauty of baroque Dubrovnik, and the magical waterfalls of Krka National Park.

Walking tours of Ston, famous for its oyster farms, and Konavle, known for its lush vineyards, are also on the menu of this tasty tour of Croatia.





Elizabeth Newkirk has insight on this amazing tour and many more!

04/20/2024

Save on a trip to Spain
May 19-27, 2024
Starting from $2029 per person. Airfare not included.

Fiestas & Siestas: Southern Spain By Design (FY)

9 days from Madrid to Malaga

How will you celebrate in Spain?

Chocolate and churros or cobblestones and culture?

High-stepping horses or strolling historic piazzas?

Making footprints in the sand or placing your feet in a new pair of Espadrilles?

From tapas to toe-tapping, and from wine to winding, bending walks through history our complimentary YourChoice Excursions will dance their way into your heart on this 9-day celebration in Southern Spain!

Why This Tour Really Clicks:
•Olé on overload including colorful culture, picturesque piazzas& fiery Flamenco
•Countrysides and cityscapes; tantalizing tales and tradition-rich tastings from Madrid, Malaga to Marbella.
•Included YourChoice Excursions in Madrid, Seville, and Jerez.
•Fiesta Like There’s No Mañana

Elizabeth Newkirk had this amazing deal amd many more all over the world!

04/19/2024

Jamaica is ON SALE!!!
Elizabeth Newkirk has amazing deals on the beautiful island! The food and culture are not to be missed!
Booking Window: 4/5/24 - 5/2/24
Travel Window: 4/5/24 - 12/15/24

04/18/2024

Elizabeth Newkirk is a Destination Wedding and Honeymoon Specialist. She has done wedding and honeymoons from 2 people to 200, from Mexico to Bali!
Reach out today to plan you special event!

04/18/2024

Cancun by NOON!

Is paradise calling?!!

Elizabeth Newkirk has great promos for
Your next getaway. Reach out today!

04/17/2024

Elizabeth Newkirk has personally been on this beautiful ship!! It was the ABSOLUTE BEST cruise she has ever been on! Adults only! Champagne Flowing! Dance Party Going! Not for the faint of heart cruise!!
Grab your friends and let's get your CIRCLE STARTED!

04/13/2024

Embark on a 6-day journey across the Scottish Highlands up to Inverness and back down again.

Starting from $1199 per person. Call Elizabeth Newkirk today!

04/08/2024

Introducing Our Newest, “Suitest” Ship!!

Last month, Avalon will made our Portugal debut on the Douro River with a new itinerary and Suite Ship – the Avalon Alegria! Marking our 15th Suite Ship in Europe and first sailings on the picturesque Douro, we will are poised to give you the newest view of the Old World!!

Bordeaux, Tuscany, and Napa fans have a whole new destination to raise their glasses to. Winding through the terraced vineyards and charming villages of the Douro Valley, Portugal's Douro River promises you some of Europe's most delectable views, vistas and vinho.

Almost completely sold out for 2024, now is the time to book 2025. Call Elizabeth Newkirk Today!!