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Navigating Change: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Our Greece Tour Experience
Every trip has its unexpected moments—but this journey through Greece began with a significant one. Originally, this itinerary included a cr
Brad Kaplan
1 day ago4 min read


Delphi-A Place Once Considered the Center of the World
In ancient times, Delphi was believed to be the navel of the world—a sacred site where heaven and earth connected. It was home to the legend
Brad Kaplan
1 day ago3 min read


From Engineering Marvels to Mountain Charm: A Day from Olympia to Delphi
Some travel days feel like simple transitions from one destination to another. And then there are days like this, where every stop along the
Brad Kaplan
3 days ago3 min read


Olympia + the Tzatziki Lesson: When History Meets a Kitchen
The drive to Olympia is one of those underrated travel moments that quietly becomes a highlight. Leaving the busy streets behind, the landsc
Brad Kaplan
4 days ago3 min read


Florence & Tuscany: The Bankers Who Birthed the Renaissance
Tuscany gets called the “heart of Italy” so often it can sound like a brochure cliché—until you arrive and realize the phrase is doing real work. This is the region that helped shape modern Italian itself, with the Tuscan dialect (standardized through writers like Dante) influencing what the world now recognizes as “Italian.” But Tuscany’s real superpower isn’t only linguistic. It’s cultural: the place where money, ambition, and beauty collided—and where travelers today can s
Brad Kaplan
5 days ago4 min read


Mycenae + Epidaurus: The Day Greece Starts Feeling Like Myth
Walking Into Homer’s World
When you read the Illiad in school, it can feel distant—names like Agamemnon, stories of kings, wars, and gods.
Brad Kaplan
5 days ago3 min read


Athens After Dark: A Cultural Dinner, Greek Dancing, and the Power of Connection
One of the things I’ve come to appreciate about traveling with Globus is how intentionally they design experiences to bring people together.
Brad Kaplan
5 days ago3 min read


First Day on Tour: Seamless Starts and the Power of Great Guides in Athens
There’s something about that first “tour day” that feels different. It’s when everything shifts from independent exploration to a structured
Brad Kaplan
6 days ago3 min read


Athens in 24 Hours: A Tour Director’s Greatest Hits + My Dining Experience in Athens
Athens can overwhelm even the most experienced traveler. History is everywhere, the streets are busy, and every turn feels like it could lea
Brad Kaplan
6 days ago4 min read


The Cruise Industry’s Post-Pandemic Boom: Prosperity, Pricing, and the Question of Value
The cruise industry has made one of the most remarkable recoveries in modern tourism. Only a few years ago, ships sat idle in ports around the world as the global pandemic brought cruising to a near standstill. Today, the situation could not be more different. Cruise lines are sailing at or near full capacity, booking windows are extending further into the future, and shipyards are busy building the next generation of mega-ships. Demand has surged well beyond expectations. Tr
Brad Kaplan
Mar 143 min read