Globus update on Fuel Surcharges & TSA information

An "In the Know Now" Advisement
Fuel Surcharges & TSA Information

Airline fuel surcharges are making news again. Did you know that when you put an air deposit down (only $250) on a Globus family of brands vacation, you can be assured that the air price will not increase as the cost of fuel goes up?

This is a big difference between the Globus family of brands and other tour companies (who give you the price of the air ticket when final is being paid.)

If an airline issues a surcharge increase, we'll ticket-typically within 24 hours. At this time, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires that we collect passenger information prior to ticketing. This information includes full names as they appear on passports, date of birth and gender.

By collecting all TSA information upfront, we are able to issue the airline tickets quickly upon notification of a price increase and protect your price. Without this information, air could be subject to price increases, loss of promotions or even cancelation of your air schedule.

Cunard Fuel Supplements

11 February 2011

Due to the continued escalation of fuel prices, Cunard Line will increase our fuel supplement from $6.00 (USD) to $9.00 (USD) per person per day. This supplement will not exceed $300.00 per person, per voyage. The supplement applies to each paying guest travelling, including 3rd and 4th person fares and paid children's accommodations.

The new fuel supplement will apply to all new bookings made on or after 28 February 2011 for voyages departing on or after 14 April 2011.

We regret having to take this action, but as fuel prices continue to rise we now find it necessary to implement this additional supplement.

Thank you for your business and continuous support.

Sincerely,
Jan Swartz
Executive Vice President
Sales, Marketing & Customer Service

Cruise Lines & Fuel Surcharges

While most cruise lines nixed the extra fuel surcharges due to a decrease in gas prices, Cunard has once again reinstated it. I received an email from Cunard detailing their decision to increase the charges:

Due to the continued escalation of fuel prices, Cunard Line will increase our fuel supplement from $3.85 (USD) to $6.00 (USD) per person per day. This supplement will not exceed $200.00 per person, per voyage. The supplement applies to each paying guest travelling, including 3rd and 4th person fares and paid children's accomodations.

The new fuel supplement will apply to all new bookings made on or after 31 December 2010 for voyages departing on or after 14 April 2011.

We regret having to take this action, but as fuel prices continue to rise we now find it necessary to implement this additional supplement.

Thank you for your business and continuous support!

Hopefully, other cruise lines won't be too quick to follow!