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Discover the world in new ways.
Travel to amazing destinations with small groups curious to engage the people, communities, and cultures.
2024-2025 DESTINATIONS
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Explore the villages and beaches of Bali, the history and heritage of Scotland and Ireland, or the beauty and vastness of Antarctica - our unique, customized tours will provide you with life-changing travel experiences!
SCOTLAND-IRELAND
**** CLOSED TO NEW ENROLLMENT ****
JULY 12-21, 2024
From the medieval and literary city of Edinburgh, to the countryside & castles and onward to Glasgow, you’ll see the stunning sites of Scotland before a quick flight to the bustling Irish capital, Dublin, where you will enjoy St. Patrick’s Cathedral, traditional Irish pubs, and life on the Liffey, before concluding your tour in Galway and the captivating Cliffs of Moher.
SEPTEMBER 27 - OCTOBER 6, 2024
** VERY LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE! **
Tell your friends and sign up soon for this very unique tropical travel opportunity!
Enjoy the serenity and culture of this beautiful and friendly South Pacific island. Explore rice terraces, herbal gardens, coral reefs, coastal ecosystems, local communities, and even a coffee farm. Discover the uniqueness and serenity of the Balianese people and lifestyle! Don't miss out on this incredible itinerary!
$2,900 plus air - click "Bali" link above for details
** ENROLL SOON!!! ONLY A FEW SPACES REMAIN! **
DECEMBER 27, 2024 - JANUARY 9, 2025
This incredible, once-in-a-lifetime adventure begins at the bottom of the world! After meeting your enthusiastic groupmates and exploring Argentina's Patagonian region of Tierra del Fuego, our group departs on the beautiful MV Ushuaia for a 10-day cruise across the Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands where we will have ample opportunities to set foot on the continent and wonder at the landscape and animals. (Need to arrive in Ushuaia on Dec. 27th, 2024; depart Ushuaia Jan. 9, 2025) See more details by clicking the "Antarctica" link above or message me for more information.
ENROLL SOON!!! VERY LIMITED SPACE!
AUGUST $75 EARLY BIRD ENROLLMENT DISCOUNT
TENTATIVE TRIP DATES: MAY 21 - 31, 2025*
Join GlobalOkie on this magical culinary and cultural journey through the Italian regions of Tuscany and Umbria. We will travel from the Renaissance capital of Florence to San Gimignano, Chianti, Montalcino, Siena, Corona, Perugia, Montefalco, and Orvietto before ending our experince in the Eternal City of Rome. Explore ancient villages, piazzas, cathedrals, hill towns, farms, vineyards, and markets, and enjoy carefully crafted food and wine tastings, a cooking class, and local flavors at several farm-to-table meals. Experince the beauty of the Italian countryside and quaint boutique hotels, and bring home great memories from this truly inspirational itinerary!
*Tentative trip dates are May 21-31, but may move to May 17-27 if we can confirm other details
For details or to enroll, click the "Flavors of Tuscany & Umbria" link above or email GlobalOkie.
June 16-24, 2025
(must depart US Jun 15 or earlier to arrive Arusha 6/16)
** Eight spaces remain available! **
Join GlobalOkie Travel on an amazing Africa safari adventure!Families, friends, couples, colleagues, and solo travelers will love this exciting trip to Tanzania. Imagine watching a pride of lions bathing in the river or lazing in a tree, a herd of zebra galloping across the savanna, or witnessing hundreds of wildebeests migrating across the plains! This incredible journey will provide beautiful memories long after you’re home. You will be no doubt be enthralled by the people, culture, food, and landscapes of this remarkable East African nation.There is very limited space available for this adventure, so sign up now!
Cost: Early bird special - $3,980 (deposit: $750) - Email/message me with any questions - Does not inlcude air (see cost details link below) - Open to all ages! *CLICK THE “TANZANIA SAFARI” LINK ABOVE FOR DETAILED ITINERARY & INFO* *Click here for more trip cost and logistical details!*
Cost: Early bird special - $3,980 (deposit: $750) - Email/message me with any questions - Does not inlcude air (see cost details link below) - Open to all ages! *CLICK THE “TANZANIA SAFARI” LINK ABOVE FOR DETAILED ITINERARY & INFO* *Click here for more trip cost and logistical details!*
Coming Soon... Other 2025-2026 DESTINATIONS
Check back soon to discover exciting guided travel experinces to...
- New Zealand and/or Australia
- Nepal - walking along the Annapurna Route
- Japan
- Bali
- Cuba
"Immersing ourselves in the local culture and community, the philosophy of GlobalOkie is to expose our travelers to more than just the major tourist highlights. These experiences become the memories that are talked about and remembered for years to come."
Wade Watkins, GlobalOkie Chief Exploration Officer
why travel with globalokie?
With over 30 years of travel experience, taking more than 2,000 travelers to 40+ countries on all seven continents, GlobalOkie is passionate about travel and culture, providing itineraries that are rich in cultural activities and unique opportunities. We only organize and lead 5-6 trips per year so we can focus on provding excellent service for our travelers and exciting customized itineraries.
- Small-group trips, typically 8 -22 travelers
- Expert and enthusiastic local guides and in-country partners who bring their education, culture, and passion to every trip and traveler
- Individualized pre-departure enrollment and service
- Passion for people and places, and providing unique culturally-rich activities on every trip!
tailor-made tours
unique - authentic - local
Itineraries are designed to maximize both organized and free time
unforgettable journeys
Whether traveling solo, as a couple, or with family or friends, the GlobalOkie group atmosphere fosters lifelong friendships.
Expert planning
See the major sites, but also enjoy interacting with locals and engaging with organizations and communities. There's always a wide variety of activities included, plus free time to explore on your own.
Local guides & Partners
Passionate and knowledgeable local guides and partners are essential - the cornerstone for every tour! Their enthusiasm is abundant and contagious!
Unbeatable support
Personalized support before, during, and after travel sets GlobalOkie apart from other tour providers. The GlobalOkie program director escorts every trip!