Wholesaler Wrap: G Adventures unveils eight new trips, Globus’ Travel Champions game show + MORE!

Suffering from a bad case of FOMO? Here’s some inspiring wholesale news to get you of that funk… or keep you in it.
Take travel to a different level with G Adventures’ new ‘Active’ trips

Image: ‘Peru Sacred Valley Womens Weaving’/© G Adventures Inc.
G Adventures has introduced eight new ‘Active’ trips, aimed at travellers who want to combine active travel and culture on their next getaway.
The new tours include multi-sport itineraries in Indonesia and Cuba, and fresh hiking options in the United States’ National Parks.
There is also a new way to hike Peru’s famous Inca Trail for one day, during the alternative Lares Trek hiking route.
Among the eight new tours are:
- Active Bali & Java
- Cuba Multisport: Bike, Kayak and Hike
- Hiking the Best of the West’s National Parks; and
- The Lares Trek with One-day Inca Trail.
Globus announces first-ever Travel Champions game show
For the first time, the Globus family of brands is holding a “game show to end all game shows” to determine Australia’s Travel Champion.
Taking place on Wednesday 13 November and hosted by TV presenter James Kerley in Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter, the show will reveal who has the most Globus and general travel knowledge.
To enter a team, simply answer the five-question quiz at globusgameshow.com.au for the chance to compete live on stage, win the prestige of being the most knowledgeable team in the industry, and win a ticket for two on a luxurious river cruise with Avalon Waterways.
And for entrants who don’t quite make it to the final stage, Globus is offering 200 VIP audience passes.
Contestants and VIP audience participants will be announced by 1 November.
Book in October and win a trip with Insight Vacations or Luxury Gold
Following on from a successful launch of its 2020 ‘Europe and Britain Collection’, Insight Vacations is excited to announce it is giving away a free trip every week in October.
Launched as part of its “ongoing commitment to travel agents”, every Insight Vacations or Luxury Gold trip booked and deposited is one entry into the weekly draw. Once the winner has been announced for that week, the draw is reset, and all new bookings count towards the new trading week.
Travel Agents can bring a guest and will also have the option to choose a trip from one of six options:
- Amazing Spain and Portugal (9 days)
- Wonders of Turkey (11 Days)
- Glories of Greece (7 Days)
- Italian Intermezzo (8 Days
- Wonders of Egypt (9 Days); and
- Best of Britain (9 Days).
Monograms unveils 2020 locally hosted holidays in exotic destinations
Monograms – part of the award-winning Globus family of brands – invites Australians to travel the world independently, with local, expert help in each destination. And in 2020, Monograms is expanding its diverse holiday portfolio with more than 50 new holidays in exotic destinations like China, Peru, the Galápagos, Argentina, Chile, Guatemala, South Africa and even, Antarctica.
Among the new holidays are:
Asia
- Heart of China & the Yangtze River (12 days)
- Best of Japan (seven days)
Africa
- South African Sojourn (nine days)
- Jewels of Africa (11 days)
South America
- Peru: A Luxury Adventure (nine days)
- Exploring Darwin’s Galápagos (nine days)
- Argentina & Chile’s Lake District (nine days)
- Andean Journey (11 days)
- Voyage to Antarctica (11 days)
- Best of Guatemala & Costa Rica (12 days); and
- Peru’s Amazon & the Andes (14 days)
Agents are invited to save 10 per cent on bookings this month on Monograms’ Asia, Africa and South America holidays.
McLachlan European Holidays launches 2020 brochure

Montserrat/McLachlan European Holidays
McLachlan European Holidays has released its 2020 brochure – the second for the Australian market – with an incredible range of more than 220 tours for the coming year, including:
- 31 tours specifically designed for single travellers – offering private accommodation without a single supplement, starting from $973 per person for six days
- 17 live event tours, such as the Formula One Grand Prix Weekends to Belgium, Monaco and Italy; the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, which prices starting from $748 for 4 days
- ‘Short Breaks’ of four to five days from $748
- ‘Grand Explorer Tours’ of eight to 18 days from $2423; and
- the ‘Luxuria Signature Collection’, which offers historic chateaux and boutique villa tours, with travel aboard exclusive ‘Luxuria’ coaches, and prices starting from $1398 for five days.
McLachlan European Holidays is delivered by McLachlan Tours and United Kingdom partner Leger Holidays.
TTC’s weekly deals

Image: ‘Iberian Trail’/Busabout
Busabout
Iberian Trail
Save 10 per cent on Busabout’s eight-day Iberian Trail, taking in “some of the best highlights of Spain and Portugal”, Busabout said.
Starting from $1,070 per person (discount included), this offer is on sale now until 18 December 2019 for all travel in 2020.
Contiki
European Contrasts plus Corfu
Travellers can fly free to Europe on the ‘29-day European Contrasts plus Corfu’ tour; highlights of this tour include views of the Swiss Alps, the French Riviera and Rhine Valley, and roaming cities like Prague, Rome and Paris.
Starting from $5,029 per person (including return flights to Europe), this offer is on sale now until 31 October 2019 for departures between 17 April 2020 to 3 September 2020.
Explore Worldwide
The Five Stans of The Silk Road
To celebrate the new season launch, Explore Worldwide is offering five per cent off 2020 departures on discovery, walking, cycling and family tours when booked by 2 November 2019*.
These savings can be enjoyed on the 21-day ‘The Five Stans of The Silk Road’ journey. Traverse mountains with alpine lakes, and drive through valleys and zip across desert plains by high-speed train.
Starting from $7,720* per person, twin share (including discount), this offer is on sale now until 2 November 2019 for departure on 4 May 2020. Other departure dates are available, but prices may vary.
Trafalgar
Italy Bellissimo
Travellers can fly to Europe return for $699 when booking a 2020 holiday with Trafalgar, such as the 11-day ‘Italy Bellissimo’ holiday.
Starting from $4,325 per person, twin share, with return flights to Europe an additional $699 per person, this offer is on sale now until 31 October 2019 for departures between March to October 2020.
U River Cruises
Eastern Europe Escape
Travellers can either save 10 per cent on ‘Eastern Europe Escape’ journey, or enjoy a free U Drink Package (valued at $499) when they pay in full at time of booking by 31 October 2019.
From imperial rule, communist regimes, and everything in between, this cruise visits Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Mohács, Novi Sad and Belgrade.
Starting from $3,999 per person, twin share, this offer is on sale now until 31 October 2019 for all sailing dates.
Insight Vacations
Treasures of the Balkans
Fly return to Europe for $799* per person when booking a 2020 Europe and Britain journey with Insight Vacations, such as the 18-day ‘Treasures of the Balkans’ journey.
Guests will discover the legends of Transylvania, as they explore grand cities, wonder at pristine landscapes and meet warm-hearted locals.
Starting from $7,094* per person, twin share including return airfare to Europe, this offer is on sale now until 31 October 2019 or until sold out for departure on 18 May 2020. Other departure dates are available, but prices may vary. Departure dates are subject to change.
AAT Kings
Tasmanian Wonders
Save up to $353 per person on AAT King’s ‘Tasmanian Wonders’ with AAT Kings’ ‘Last Minute Deals’.
Starting from $3,173 per person, twin share (with discount included), this offer is on sale now until sold for departure on 11 December 2019.
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Rhine, Moselle & Blissful Baden Baden
On all 2020 Uniworld luxury river cruises, travellers are entitled to return private chauffer airport transfers in Australia, their choice to fly free in economy, or upgrade to business class flights to Europe.
Travellers can also save up to an additional 10 per cent with ‘Early Payment Savings’, when journeys are paid in full within three days of booking.
Guests can enjoy these savings on the 12-day ‘Rhine, Moselle & Blissful Baden Baden’ journey, with prices from $7,999* per person, twin share (including return economy flights). This offer is on sale now until 31 October for departures on 14 June and 25 August 2020.
Featured image: ‘USA Utah Zion National Park Travellers Canyon’/© G Adventures Inc.
Latest News

WATCH: The Travel Weekly Wrap | 14 February 2025
Feel like your story should have got a run in our new video wrap? We'll be the judge of that, thanks.

Entire Travel Soirée puts the spotlight on niche travel
Niche travel is one of the hot topics at the moment, so we couldn't pass up the chance to learn more with Entire.

Happy Valentines! Jetstar launches 8 hour flash sale
Chocolate is nice, but a trip away is a lot better! You'll be in your partner's good books for months.

Chick-In, now open! KFC launches its own airline
We wonder if they are going to have a detailed plan, or, if they are just going to...WING IT!!

Travelport introduces Finnair NDC content and servicing solutions
The national carrier of the happiest country on earth knows a thing or two about NDC, just ask the team at Travelport.

Turkish Airlines confirms daily flights between Sydney-Istanbul
Ok Melbourne, you may have got in first, but Sydney is set to be the lead gateway between the two cities. Score: 1-1.

CATO opens nominations for International Women’s Day lunch ticket giveaway
With one of the Queens of last year's Olympic Games already announced, we know it's going to be one hell of a day!

Boutique luxury hotel opens in Redfern’s Wunderlich Lane
Looking at the rooftop pool, this hotel looks like its situated deep in a Thai forest rather than the concrete jungle.

Croatia Airlines unveils new and restored routes to Milan, Prague, Madrid, Bucharest and Hamburg
When routes were scrapped early in the pandemic, no one would have thought it would be five years until they returned!

Salamander Voyages launches slow sailing itinerary in Türkiye
Okay everyone, time to sing - 'We are sailing, we are sailing, we are sailing...slowly...'

EXCLUSIVE: Emirates’ Captain Emily Sidoti on why gender disparity in aviation comes down to education
Emily is challenging stereotypes and inspiring a younger generation of women to earn their stripes.

Tura Turizm joins World Travel & Trade Council to promote tourism in Türkiye
Should we wind up on a famil in Türkiye, we're making sure to get on one of the famed hot air balloons tours!

Can you guess the world’s top spa destination?
If they ever need anyone to come and try the facilities for them, we are free most weekdays and weekends.

Qatar Airways wins big at Cellars in the Sky Awards
They say you feel the effect of alcohol faster in the sky... Only one way to find out.

Klook hosts inaugural Partner Awards with Tourism Australia’s Pip Harrison as special guest
As Pip said, when people come to Australia they do so for the experiences not their hotel's sheet thread count.

APT Travel Group launches early release of 2026 Canada and Alaska Holidays
For anyone with clients craving an icy getaway, APT is serving up some steals right now.

Film, photography and so much more to explore this year in Berlin
Often known for its grungy aesthetics, or perhaps a currywurst stall, there's so much more on offer this year in Berlin.

TravelManagers welcomes two new directors to HOTA Board
We wish Narendra and Judith the best of luck in trying to remember the rest of the Boards' names.

Tauck celebrates 100 years of hosting travellers around the globe
Tauck would only ever celebrate its 100th birthday in pure style - and Italy is just that!

Travelglobe unveils exclusive food tour with MasterChef’s Kirsten Tibballs
Fancy brushing up on your skills making delicious chocolate and pastry-based treats? Meet us on this tour!

Fiji Airways to bring South Australians closer to paradise with third weekly flight from Adelaide in April
South Australians might say they're already in Paradise, but how can they be sure without checking Fiji out?

Bookings for Vanuatu surge with Aussies ready to support earthquake-struck tourism hotspot
In times like those Vanuatu is surfacing from, the tourism dollar goes a long way and Aussies aren't holding back.

Bullo River Station shares its first ever sustainability report
If you would like to be inspired to be a little more green, then check out what Bullo River Station is up to.

‘Fortune favours the bold’: luxury brand leader Anna Burgdorf departs Flight Centre after 6 years
Time for a pop quiz - who first came up with above quote? Was it A) Virgil B) Shakespeare or C) Aristotle?

Cruise Guru unveils Channel Nine show featuring Ponant, Viking, NCL and more
A little offended that we weren't invited on as the 'Cruise Guru' ourselves, but we'll be tuning in regardless.

Explore Worldwide gives agents a chance to win an exclusive Sri Lanka famil
It's like finding a ticket in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! And the prize is even better than unlimited sweets.

Heathrow Airport to upgrade operations as part of multi-billion-pound cash injection
We're usually a bit scared of injections, however a 'cash injection' is one we would welcome with both arms (literally).

Club Med announces Manveer Ramdhian as new MICE manager in Pacific
Rest-assured, being a MICE manager has nothing to do with our furry little friends.

Sydney Airport welcomes daily flights from Hong Kong Airlines
To top it all off, it looks like the representatives scored a cracker of a day for the celebratory photo!

Collette’s Karen Deveson on what Aussies really want from luxury
For Aussies, we're a little bit more laid back when it comes to luxury. No gold-plated cars for us, thanks!

Intrepid Travel partners with Helloworld Travel for exclusive food tour with Luke Nguyen
Vietnamese is one of our favourite cuisines, so we're headed to the Bánh mì shop for lunch in celebration.

Quark Expeditions opens its Antarctic 2026/27 season
You'd have to be Quarking mad to not have a trip like this on your bucket list.

Federal government to purchase REX Airlines if no buyers arise, Albanese says
News that is sure to ruffle some feathers in the offices of competing airlines this morning, but we're all for it!

Topdeck discounts select 2025-26 trips with up to $1,000 off
Knowing my Gen Z sister, that $1,000 saved would be headed straight to the shopping fund.

Windstar Cruises unveils ‘Basil + Bamboo’ on Star Seeker yacht
Don't worry, we're talking about a restaurant here, not the materials used to build the stunning yacht.

Captain Cook Cruises celebrates 55 years of excellence on the water in the habour city
With a view like Sydney Harbour as your office this would be a hard job to leave.