According to data from the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), international travel is back in full force, so get your clients packing on some amazing new tours around the world in 2024. The following operators have great ideas on tap.
Sláinte! Brendan Vacations Toasts 2024 with New Tours in Ireland and Scotland
Celtic travel specialists Brendan Vacations has launched their 2024 Ireland and Scotland offerings including new experiences and properties for 2024, from luxury castle stays and charming B&Bs to river adventures and cliff walks.
A top addition to the Brendan Vacations collection is the 9-day Legendary Castle Stays, a private-chauffeur program bringing together two of Ireland’s most iconic castle properties, Ashford Castle and Dromoland Castle, into a single luxury experience including such on-site activities as falconry, archery, and spas.
Inspired by customer demand, other new itineraries, and revamped trips include fresh experiences that go beyond the main hubs and add convenient options for Celtic travelers to curate their trips:
- New Regions: Based on interest for more remote destinations, trips now venture to Scotland’s South as well as areas north of Inverness, showcasing such partner properties as the elegant beachside Marine North Berwick and and Link Dornoch, boasting a top-rated restaurant plus the Royal Dornoch Golf Club.
- New Rail Route: A common journey for many Brendan Vacations travelers, a rail route from London to Edinburgh is now available for more convenient travel.
- New Itinerary: The new 15-day Ireland & Scotland’s Gems tour includes a Scottish whisky cocktail lesson, an exploration of the Isle of Skye, and a discovery of the hidden history of Edinburgh on the Secrets of the Royal Mile walking tour with a Local Specialist.
- New Extensions: On the Locally Hosted Rail tour, Scotland’s Cities & Natural Landscapes, guests can now choose from three optional 2-night stay extensions including Rusacks St. Andrews with a city walking tour, the Loch Lomond Arms Hotel with a memorable Loch Lomond Cruise or a stay at the Marine North Berwick with a seabird cruise around the island of Craigleith and the Bass Rock.
In Ireland, new partners including Boyne Boat Experiences and Waterford Camino Experiences feature Boyne’s immersive adventure on the ancient river highway; and Waterford’s exclusive journeys with an emphasis on mindfulness, led by locals Phil and Elaine Brennan.
In Scotland, new Make Travel Matter experiences are designed to give back to the planet, its people and wildlife via meaningful local experiences.
All travel styles including Private Chauffeur, Lux Self-Drive, Self-Drive, Locally Hosted Rail and Guided Vacations are now available to book for 2024. brendanvacations.com.
Collette Goes to the “Edge of the World”
Collette’s Patagonia: Edge of the World small group tour has been a hit with travelers, as North America’s longest-running tour operator has seen a surge in interest for the region that stretches across Argentina and Chile. Bookings are now open for 2024 and 2025.
The tour features a 4-day cruise through the fjords and ethereal wilderness of Patagonia. Travelers also have the chance to learn about Chilean culture from the locals. In the midst of nature, they’ll experience a traditional lamb roast at a local estancia with guachos (cowboys), where they’ll be able to learn about ranch life and the surrounding area.
Travelers will have plenty of other opportunities to dive into the local culture. In Argentina they’ll attend a live tango performance at Aljibe Tango.. Earlier in the tour, they’ll peruse the streets colorful neighborhood of La Boca. Travelers can book their seat on Collette’s “Patagonia: Edge of the World” tour for departures in both 2024 and 2025 with dates open as early as Jan. 24, 2024. gocollette.com
