Religious Travel FAQ's
Important Information about Your Globus Religious Travel Vacation
Can Globus religious vacations be taken back-to-back?
Yes, it is possible to take the tours back-to-back at times. Please ask about details and limitations. Back-to-back tours are one of the best ways to fully experience faith-based and leisure-style vacations.
Are religious services/mass offered on vacations?
Religious services/Mass arrangements are subject to time availability, as dictated by each scheduled itinerary day. Depending on the tour and the arrival dates, we will do our best to accommodate these services at all Holy Shrines and local churches. In some cases, transportation to and from these services is the passenger's responsibility. For a sole-use motorcoach, if the service/Mass location requires transportation, then there may be an additional cost. If a pastor/priest is traveling with a group would like to hold daily service/Mass, please notify us at time of booking or at a minimum of 30 days prior to departure. We will confirm these requests as soon as possible, as long as it does not interfere with the itinerary. Priests conducting Mass will need to take a Mass book in English.
Can religious service reservations be made in advance, especially for Sundays?
If a tour consists of a sole-use group traveling together, then yes we can often reserve space at your hotel or a church for religious services (subject to availability); however, we must be advised at a minimum 120 days before departure.
Can a pastor or church leader serve as a guest speaker on a tour?
Yes, as part of a group. We very much invite and encourage a pastor or other leader to serve as a guest speaker on a tour. Time will be provided by the Tour Director at the various sites for a guest speaker.
Do priests accompany the tours?
As many of our tours include groups traveling with a priest, you will often find a priest on our tours. If there is no priest on a tour, you will often find them at the many churches and shrines we visit.
What size can my suitcase be?
Due to limited motorcoach capacity, your bag should have dimensions not exceeding 30"x21"x11" (62" linear dimensions) or weight exceeding 50 lbs (22 kg). Carry-on bags should not exceed the dimensions of 12"x11"x6". Please note that air carriers, cruise lines, and other forms of transportation may have other restrictions and requirements including weight; we recommend that you contact the suppliers directly for additional information as baggage fees are not included in the vacation or airfare price. We regret we are unable to accept a second suitcase or any luggage exceeding these limits.
Please note that air carriers, cruise lines, and other forms of transportation may have other restrictions and requirements including weight, and we recommend that you contact the suppliers directly for additional information. Some airlines are also charging fees for additional checked baggage in excess of one per passenger and these fees are not included in the vacation package. Please check with your airline directly for baggage information and regulations. Globus is not responsible for any additional fees imposed by air carriers regarding baggage.
What is the difference between double-bedded, twin-bedded & triple rooms?
A double room is a room designed to accommodate two people, though not necessarily with two separate beds. A twin-bedded room has two separate beds of any size; this is what we usually reserve for our travelers. A triple room is the same size as a twin-bedded room, but will have beds to accommodate three people. A rollaway may be requested. We cannot guarantee that there will be three separate beds.
How is seating determined on the motorcoach?
We offer daily rotation of seating, which gives everyone a variety of views.
When will I receive my travel documents?
Travel documents, including any air ticket itineraries and other information, are sent approximately two to three weeks prior to departure, provided full payment has been received.
When can I purchase optional excursions?
Your Tour Director will go through the optional excursions available for purchase while you are on vacation. You may purchase any optional excursions at that time. A list of optional excursions will be included in your documents for review prior to departure, or can be viewed on line.
Why is it important that I give my name as it appears on my passport when booking air?
Due to increased travel security around the world, it is now more important than ever that your airline ticket match your first name and last name exactly as it reads on your passport. Additionally, any changes to your air booking, which include spelling, could be subject to change fee, penalty, or cancellation.
How is my airfare price determined if I purchase air through Globus?
Air prices are quoted at the best price available at the time you make the reservation. In order to guarantee the airfare price quoted and to avoid additional air and/or air tax increases, full land and air deposits must be received by Globus. Globus reserves the right to ticket passengers upon receipt of full land and air deposit and, thus, any subsequent changes made at your request are subject to airline-imposed change fees and/or changes in airfare price, which you are responsible to pay.
Do I need a passport and a visa?
When traveling outside the U.S., a passport is required for U.S. citizens. Some countries require a visa. All travelers should consult with appropriate consulates to determine if any visas are needed.
Why should I choose Globus?
Globus vacations are designed to offer you flexibility, choice, and a pace that best fits the way you want to travel. Globus offers MORE included features, MORE quality hotels, and MORE experience with over 80 years of taking travelers on unforgettable journeys. In addition, Globus offers MORE value with an average price less per day than our nearest competitor. The safety of our travelers and the richness of our vacations is a priority and that is what has made Globus the worldwide leader in travel and a name you can trust.