Everyone who takes a commercial flight has to go through the airport security checkpoints which are operated by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The TSA determines what can and cannot be brought onto aircraft. Their job is to maintain the safety of all passengers by monitoring and regulating what items board the plane and [...]
For this month’s newsletter we wanted to feature one of Europe’s hidden gems – the medieval village of Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic. The Czech Republic is a real treasure among European countries; it has natural beauty, strong history and culture, and they’ve done a great job of preserving the sites and customs [...]
We understand how important it is to be able to stay in touch with family and friends back home when you are traveling the world. With that in mind, we’ve put together some tips and tricks that you will find useful in planning your next tour. Cell phones Cell phones are a great way [...]
Traveling by train is a great way to experience Europe! Grand European Tours offers several tours that travel by train for various legs of the journey, allowing you to experience Europe as the Europeans do! Our 13-Day Great Trains of Europe tour is the best way to experience the many different types of trains throughout [...]
This spring the world will watch as the Royal family celebrates the union of Prince William & Kate Middleton. Join in on the festivities and be a part of this historic event! Who: You, our family of world travelers What: The Royal Wedding of Prince William & Catherine Middleton Where: London, UK When: 11am, Friday, [...]
January is a time of reflection; looking at the year behind us and looking ahead at what we will accomplish and discover in the New Year. At Grand European Tours we had a great 2010 and are expecting an even better 2011! Reflecting on 2010 at GET 2010 was a busy year for us. International [...]
As many of us are getting ready to travel to visit friends & family or other destinations, we thought it might be a good time to share some tips with you on how you can avoid jet lag this holiday season. Jet Lag is the term used to describe how your body feels when you [...]
It’s that time of year when you sit back and think over all that has happened throughout the year and reflect on everything you are thankful for. Here at Grand European Tours we would like to take a moment to tell you what we are thankful for. We are thankful for having the opportunity over [...]
Group Travel Gather your family, friends or neighbors and take advantage of the group travel perks and easy planning of escorted tours. Celebrations, anniversaries, reunions, or just a time to catch up – these are all great reasons to plan a vacation to remember. One growing trend is to take your occasion on the road, [...]
Since being established shortly after World War II, the United Nations Educational, Science and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has recognized superb natural and scenic areas and historic sites, and helps to preserve them for the present and future citizens of the world. Currently, there are 911 designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites around the globe. As a [...]
There is nothing like a photo to bring back memories from your trip; the places you saw, the people you met, and the fun you had. Below are a few tips to help you get the best photos you can on tour! 1. Know Your Camera Don’t just use the ‘auto’ setting on your camera. [...]
Having a great trip is more than enjoying decent weather and visiting all the top sites on your list, it also means not having encountered any snags along the way such as a lost or stolen passport, credit card, wallet or more. In order to help you to have the best trip possible we have [...]
We have learned first hand from our travels abroad and from what our clients tell us from their travel experiences about the best ways to avoid any hassles when it comes to using cash, credit cards and traveler’s checks. The following tips will help you to navigate the often confusing subject of foreign currency. 1. [...]
Celebrate Mexico’s Independence with a visit to Mexico’s Copper Canyon! All aboard for an unforgettable train ride through the wondrous gorges of Mexico’s Copper Canyon! This impressive canyon system – comprised of six massive gorges – is four times larger than the Grand Canyon and more than 1,000 feet deeper in some places, and offers [...]
Sustainable Tourism The 40th anniversary of Earth Day is April 22, 2010. Earth Day was designed to foster appreciation of the earth’s environment and awareness of the issues that threaten it. Caring for the places we visit and protecting our environment is very important to us at Grand European Tours. When traveling with us you [...]