Prior to Departure

Travel Insurance

The real travel magic happens when you’re worry free. We hope you don’t lose a bag or need a doctor (that’s not in our travel plan either!) but if the worst happens it’s good to have backup. Travel insurance is an easy way to take the worry out of travelling. 

Visas & Passports 

A ticket isn’t the only thing you need to travel. You’ll also need a passport (with at least six months validity) and visas. Those visas have different personalities – some are simple, some are complex. You may need multi-entry visas or ones with long validity time. Your travel agent or the Globus team can advise which visas you need and how to get them. 

If you are in Australia, for a quick overview on passports and visas required by foreign countries visit https://smartraveller.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx.

If you are in New Zealand, visit the latest health status of your destination at https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/. Vaccinations 

It’s a small amount of pain for a lot of gain. Vaccines you may need range from general Tetanus, Hepatitis A and B, flu and rabies to more country specific typhoid and cholera. Your local GP can advise which jabs are best depending on your itinerary. 

If you are in Australia, visit the latest health status of your destination at https://smartraveller.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx.

If you are in New Zealand, visit the latest health status of your destination at https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/. 
 

Travel Documents 

We know travel dreams start to come to life well before you go anywhere. The day your travel documents arrive those dreams are becoming a reality. Three to four weeks prior to take off (once full payment and emergency contacts have been received and Terms & Conditions accepted) your documents will arrive.  
 

Pre Packing List

You want more than just the basics in your holiday – but that doesn’t have to extend to the contents of your suitcase. Our trick is to keep packing simple: save the ‘special’ for the experiences that await. 
 

Suitcases 

The good news is that you’ll rarely have to lift your luggage yourself, because we make sure they are safely moved from the coach to your room. Just remember: our coaches (and often your airline carrier) limit passengers to one 22kg suitcase per person. 

Your airline may also have other restrictions relating to the  size of luggage. A good rule of thumb is suitcases with a maximum size of 76 x 53 x 28cm and 30 x 28 x 14cm for hand luggage. 
Don’t forget the tags – even on hand luggage – so they can always find their way home.
  

Dress

Mix and match pieces that come together in various ways will be your best travel friends. Think comfy but smart, easy-care and wrinkle free. 
Here’s the low down:
 
The Essentials
As long as you have the essentials -  passport, visas, money cards and travel insurance, the most important things have been taken care of.

Money belt 
For extra security, those essentials above are best kept inside your clothes. If you’re carrying a handbag, one with a cross body strap is harder for thieves to access.  
Top tip – carry cross body bags in front of you for extra security.

Casual for day, smart casual for night
Casual, comfortable clothes for day, that don’t distract you from the incredible adventures you’re having.
A dressier outfit, if you have special events planned.
Enough underwear to avoid frequent laundry
Warm layers for evenings.
Top tip: bring at least one pair of socks. Even on a summer day the weather can get chilly.
 
Sacred, Religious & Special sites
We encourage all our travellers to be respectful of local and traditional customs.
For women - a multi-purpose scarf is a travellers’ best friend. In religious sites, it’s useful for covering your hair or bare shoulde.
For men – you’ll likely need long pants (ones that that zip into shorts might be the perfect option).

Alpine areas
Coat
Beanie or hat
Scarf
Gloves
Thick socks
Boots
Thermals.
 
Summer
Loose fitting clothing 
Sunglasses 
Hat
Sunscreen
Insect repellent.
 
Winter
No one likes being left out in the cold, but winter is great fun when you’re warm. Make sure you layer up with thermal underwear/socks, coat, scarf, gloves and hat. 
Hot tip: keep a woolen hat in your jacket pocket – it can make all the difference. 
 
Footwear
Two words: cobblestone streets. Exploring is wonderful but it can be hard on your feet. Choose footwear with plenty of cushion, and it’s probably best to avoid heels. Try to limit to two pairs – open toe and closed. Your feet will thank you later.
 
Toiletries
Mini, refillable, travel bottles make it easy to take your favorite toiletries on the road. 
Top tip: cabin pressure and moving luggage around can cause spills. Keep liquids where they belong by keeping your bottles in zip lock bags.
 
Other tips
Before you go, make sure to:
Pack travel adaptors / converters
Check your phone roaming plan
Keep spare clothes in your carry-on in case of delays. Rolling your clothes will also keep them wrinkle-free. 

When it comes to precious jewellery or other items you couldn’t bear to lose, best leave them at home, just in case.
 
Pre & Post Accommodation 
Every moment matters, and sometimes you want more of them. We get it. Why rush home if you don’t have to? Our team or your travel agent can help you extend your adventure for as long as you like. 
 
Optional Excursions
Dial it up, or dial it down as much or as little as you like. We’ll cover the ‘must-see’ places, leaving you with the time to solo, or be guided by a local legend on an optional excursion.

Our Tour Directors and local guides are here to awake your inner explorer and immerse you in ‘wow’ moments you’ll re-live, forever. Opt in, he flexibility and freedom to build an experience that fits the real you perfectly, is yours.

Optional excursions can be booked 4 - 90 days prior to tour start date via MyAccount.

Transfers
Hassle-free travel means that all the dots are connected, including getting there and away. Every moment matters when you leave home, so we make it easy to organise arrival and departure transfers directly with us. The scheduled daytime transfer times don’t suit? No problem – we can organise out of hours transfers to fit your schedule.

Emergency Contact Details
It’s unlikely we’ll need these, but we must have them just in case. Log these online in your MyAccount. We can’t send out your travel documents until they’re in there.

MyAccount
Your adventure starts now. Log into My Account to browse before you even have to think about packing. Start turning your dreams into memories by organising optional activities and excursions, viewing your hotels and itinerary, and easily updating your details.

It’s easy to set up with the six-digit booking number received from your travel agent or online booking system. Just another way our planning is carefully crafted to bring you so much more than you thought possible, right from the word ‘go’.

Passenger Info Forms
We’d like to get to know you before the trip even kicks off. That includes being aware of any allergies and special needs. Because we're in the know about how to make your trip as safe and comfortable as possible.