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TRAVEL agents continue to provide a popular service for families seeking an annual vacation or help with choosing a special trip abroad.
Sunshine Tours aims to step in and take some of the trials, tension and tribulations out of choosing the perfect break with the help of the Globus family of packages.
Waleed Wafa, sales manager of the Manama-based tour operators, said: "The Globus family of brands has been in the kingdom for nearly 20 years. We have seen a very good response in sales every year and the numbers of satisfied holidaymakers continues to grow.
"Our customers are mostly Bahrainis, especially couples choosing honeymoon packages.
"Also, we have a fair number of Saudi customers choosing this company and the numbers are steadily increasing."
Under the umbrella of Globus are four of its prominent packages - the Globus (named after the parent company), Cosmos, Avalon Waterways and Monograms.
They offer a wide variety of holiday spots spread across the world taking in North America, South America, the South Pacific, Asia, Africa and Europe.
Some of the highlights are:
The Calgary Stampede: This is a four-day package in Canada. The Calgary Stampede, tagged as 'The Greatest Show on Earth', is an annual event considered to be one of the world's largest outdoor rodeos. It was first held in 1886 and features an internationally-acclaimed rodeo competition, stage shows, concerts, agricultural competitions, pancake breakfasts around the city and other attractions.
Legacy of the Incas: This South American destination involves a 10-day trip and begins in Lima, Peru. From the Bay of Paracas visitors get to cruise to the Ballestas Islands which is inhabited by sea mammals and exotic birds including sea lions and Humbolt penguins. The 'lost city of the Incas', Machu Picchu, will give an insight into the lives and mysteries of the structures built by pre-Columbian masters. Also in the package are visits to attractions such as Lake Titiaca, the Sun Island and the local markets of the Copacabana and the Uros Floating Islands.
To get more information about the various destinations and package options available with the Globus family visit BITE 2008 to be held at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre from May 15-17.
