[Globus] Globus Family of Brands Certification
Exam Preparation
**Question 1.** Which Globus brand is marketed as “Big Travel on a Budget” and focuses on
essential experiences with optional add‑ons?
A) Globus First‑Class Touring
B) Cosmos
C) Avalon Waterways
D) Monograms
Answer: B
Explanation: Cosmos is positioned as the value‑minded brand, offering core itineraries at lower
price points while allowing travelers to add optional excursions for a customized experience.
**Question 2.** What is the primary role of a Tour Director on a Globus First‑Class Touring trip?
A) Arrange independent travel logistics for each guest
B) Provide expert commentary, manage daily operations, and ensure guest safety
C) Serve as the ship’s captain on river cruises
D) Handle all post‑booking payment processing
Answer: B
Explanation: Tour Directors are professional guides who lead the group, deliver commentary,
coordinate meals and activities, and address any issues that arise during the tour.
**Question 3.** Which feature distinguishes Avalon Waterways’ Suite Ships® from standard
river cruise vessels?
A) Open‑air rooftop decks on all cabins
B) Panorama Suites with floor‑to‑ceiling windows
C) All‑inclusive meal plans only for suite guests
D) Private butler service on every deck
Answer: B
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Explanation: Suite Ships® are equipped with Panorama Suites that have wall‑to‑wall windows,
offering expansive river views and a premium cabin experience.
**Question 4.** In the Monograms “Local Host” concept, what is the primary benefit to the
traveler?
A) Unlimited free upgrades to first‑class cabins
B) Access to a dedicated on‑site concierge who handles all logistics while the traveler maintains
independence
C) Mandatory group tours throughout the trip
D) Inclusion of all meals and beverages at no extra cost
Answer: B
Explanation: The Local Host acts as a personal liaison, arranging transportation, dining, and
activities, allowing travelers to explore independently without logistical stress.
**Question 5.** The “YourDesire” flexibility offered by Choice Touring allows agents to:
A) Modify the itinerary’s start and end dates without penalty
B) Replace any hotel with a five‑star resort at no extra charge
C) Add or remove optional excursions within a pre‑approved budget range
D) Change the tour guide mid‑trip without notice
Answer: C
Explanation: Choice Touring’s “YourDesire” feature enables travelers to customize the number
and type of optional excursions while staying within a defined budget envelope.
**Question 6.** Which continent is NOT currently served by a dedicated Globus thematic
Faith‑Based Travel itinerary?
A) Europe
B) Asia
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C) Antarctica
D) South America
Answer: C
Explanation: Globus offers faith‑based tours in Europe, Asia, and South America, but Antarctica
is not part of its Faith‑Based Travel portfolio.
**Question 7.** A “Fall Foliage” tour primarily targets which type of traveler?
A) Adventure seekers looking for high‑altitude trekking
B) Travelers interested in seasonal natural scenery and photography
C. Budget travelers seeking low‑cost accommodations
D. Cruise enthusiasts desiring river voyages
Answer: B
Explanation: Fall Foliage tours are designed around the peak colors of autumn, appealing to
guests who want to experience and photograph seasonal landscapes.
**Question 8.** In the Travel Partner Portal, which tool allows agents to create co‑branded
marketing flyers quickly?
A) Suite Rewards Dashboard
B) Personalized Marketing Tool (PMT)
C) Global Booking Engine (GBE)
D) Agent Knowledge Base (AKB)
Answer: B
Explanation: The Personalized Marketing Tool (PMT) provides templates and assets for agents to
generate co‑branded flyers and promotional material.
**Question 9.** When checking availability in the Booking Engine, which status indicates a
cabin is held for a specific client but not yet sold?
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A) Confirmed
B) On Hold
C) Pending Payment
D) Reserved
Answer: B
Explanation: “On Hold” signifies that the cabin is temporarily reserved for a client, pending final
confirmation and payment.
**Question 10.** The “Suite Rewards” program primarily benefits agents by:
A) Offering free first‑class upgrades for all clients
B) Providing tiered commissions and performance bonuses for selling Suite Ships® itineraries
C) Giving unlimited access to all Globus marketing assets
D. Waiving all client cancellation fees
Answer: B
Explanation: Suite Rewards incentivizes agents with higher commission rates and bonuses when
they sell itineraries that include Suite Ship accommodations.
**Question 11.** Which of the following is considered an “Included Highlight” on a typical
Globus itinerary?
A) A private wine tasting in Bordeaux
B) A guided walking tour of the Eiffel Tower’s first floor
C) An optional hot‑air‑balloon ride over Cappadocia
D) A dinner cruise on the Nile River
Answer: B
Explanation: Included Highlights are pre‑planned, no‑additional‑cost experiences such as the
standard guided tour of the Eiffel Tower’s first floor.
Exam Preparation
**Question 1.** Which Globus brand is marketed as “Big Travel on a Budget” and focuses on
essential experiences with optional add‑ons?
A) Globus First‑Class Touring
B) Cosmos
C) Avalon Waterways
D) Monograms
Answer: B
Explanation: Cosmos is positioned as the value‑minded brand, offering core itineraries at lower
price points while allowing travelers to add optional excursions for a customized experience.
**Question 2.** What is the primary role of a Tour Director on a Globus First‑Class Touring trip?
A) Arrange independent travel logistics for each guest
B) Provide expert commentary, manage daily operations, and ensure guest safety
C) Serve as the ship’s captain on river cruises
D) Handle all post‑booking payment processing
Answer: B
Explanation: Tour Directors are professional guides who lead the group, deliver commentary,
coordinate meals and activities, and address any issues that arise during the tour.
**Question 3.** Which feature distinguishes Avalon Waterways’ Suite Ships® from standard
river cruise vessels?
A) Open‑air rooftop decks on all cabins
B) Panorama Suites with floor‑to‑ceiling windows
C) All‑inclusive meal plans only for suite guests
D) Private butler service on every deck
Answer: B
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Explanation: Suite Ships® are equipped with Panorama Suites that have wall‑to‑wall windows,
offering expansive river views and a premium cabin experience.
**Question 4.** In the Monograms “Local Host” concept, what is the primary benefit to the
traveler?
A) Unlimited free upgrades to first‑class cabins
B) Access to a dedicated on‑site concierge who handles all logistics while the traveler maintains
independence
C) Mandatory group tours throughout the trip
D) Inclusion of all meals and beverages at no extra cost
Answer: B
Explanation: The Local Host acts as a personal liaison, arranging transportation, dining, and
activities, allowing travelers to explore independently without logistical stress.
**Question 5.** The “YourDesire” flexibility offered by Choice Touring allows agents to:
A) Modify the itinerary’s start and end dates without penalty
B) Replace any hotel with a five‑star resort at no extra charge
C) Add or remove optional excursions within a pre‑approved budget range
D) Change the tour guide mid‑trip without notice
Answer: C
Explanation: Choice Touring’s “YourDesire” feature enables travelers to customize the number
and type of optional excursions while staying within a defined budget envelope.
**Question 6.** Which continent is NOT currently served by a dedicated Globus thematic
Faith‑Based Travel itinerary?
A) Europe
B) Asia
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C) Antarctica
D) South America
Answer: C
Explanation: Globus offers faith‑based tours in Europe, Asia, and South America, but Antarctica
is not part of its Faith‑Based Travel portfolio.
**Question 7.** A “Fall Foliage” tour primarily targets which type of traveler?
A) Adventure seekers looking for high‑altitude trekking
B) Travelers interested in seasonal natural scenery and photography
C. Budget travelers seeking low‑cost accommodations
D. Cruise enthusiasts desiring river voyages
Answer: B
Explanation: Fall Foliage tours are designed around the peak colors of autumn, appealing to
guests who want to experience and photograph seasonal landscapes.
**Question 8.** In the Travel Partner Portal, which tool allows agents to create co‑branded
marketing flyers quickly?
A) Suite Rewards Dashboard
B) Personalized Marketing Tool (PMT)
C) Global Booking Engine (GBE)
D) Agent Knowledge Base (AKB)
Answer: B
Explanation: The Personalized Marketing Tool (PMT) provides templates and assets for agents to
generate co‑branded flyers and promotional material.
**Question 9.** When checking availability in the Booking Engine, which status indicates a
cabin is held for a specific client but not yet sold?
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A) Confirmed
B) On Hold
C) Pending Payment
D) Reserved
Answer: B
Explanation: “On Hold” signifies that the cabin is temporarily reserved for a client, pending final
confirmation and payment.
**Question 10.** The “Suite Rewards” program primarily benefits agents by:
A) Offering free first‑class upgrades for all clients
B) Providing tiered commissions and performance bonuses for selling Suite Ships® itineraries
C) Giving unlimited access to all Globus marketing assets
D. Waiving all client cancellation fees
Answer: B
Explanation: Suite Rewards incentivizes agents with higher commission rates and bonuses when
they sell itineraries that include Suite Ship accommodations.
**Question 11.** Which of the following is considered an “Included Highlight” on a typical
Globus itinerary?
A) A private wine tasting in Bordeaux
B) A guided walking tour of the Eiffel Tower’s first floor
C) An optional hot‑air‑balloon ride over Cappadocia
D) A dinner cruise on the Nile River
Answer: B
Explanation: Included Highlights are pre‑planned, no‑additional‑cost experiences such as the
standard guided tour of the Eiffel Tower’s first floor.
