Alexander and Roberts Exotic World Journeys

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Alexander and Roberts was founded in 1947.  Until last year the company operated under the name General Tours.  The name name certainly better represents the product.  “General” was not the right fit for a company that specializes in extraordinary travel and superior value.  Every trip reflects decades of expertise, a deep knowledge of the world and long nurtured relationships with the finest hotels worldwide.  Together with your Atlas travel consultant, every detail is planned to promise you a more enriching journey.  Itineraries are unhurried, groups are smaller and sightseeing more comprehensive.  The dining options are superb and the guides are among the best in the world.  With Alexander and Roberts you also have exclusive engaging discoveries with offer extraordinary experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

Alexander and Roberts has travel packages throughout Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa, Pacific, Antarctica, the Middle East and Cuba.

Alexander and Roberts offers various travel styles to choose from.

Small Group Tours

With no more than 16 guests, you’ll see and do so much more.  Explore at a leisurely pace.  Enjoy enriching interactions with great guides and more authentic encounters in the places you visit.  It’s the carefree experience of fully escorted touring…but without the rush and the crowds.

Privately Guided Travel

You’ll be amazed at how economical the privately guided journeys are.  Imagine having a personal car, driver and guide exclusively for your traveling party.  Enjoy unhurried, expertly-guided sightseeing with the flexibility to pursue your passions and the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Small Ship Cruising

Cruise vacation promise surprising value with shore excursions, fine dining and all port charges included in the price.  Alexander and Roberts offers a collection of the world’s finest small ships including the all suite Star Goddess on the Nile and the ms Yangtze Explorer, one of the best luxury ships in China.

Original Events

Each year Alexander and Roberts offer what they refer to as Original Events which are special trips not offered by other tour companies.  In 2015 there are a total of 8 original event trips to choose from.  Legends of the Inca, Crossroads of Civilizations (Sardinia, Malta, Sicily and Southern Italy,)  Voyage to Green and Gentle Lands (England, Wales & Ireland,) In Search of Ancient Lost Cities (Med to North Africa,) Treasures of Scandinavia, Opus Mediterraneo, Antarctica and Echoes of D-day each with special inclusions.

Custom Travel

Small groups can design their own itinerary. Choose where you want visit and for how long, select a budget, hotel type, how many meals – down to every last detail.

 

Alexander and Roberts offers extraordinary luxury adventure journeys. For adventurous couples, our advisors’ Best Adventure Vacations for Couples guide showcases more outstanding options.

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Sue Lobo
Sue Lobo is a four-time Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist (2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) and Senior Travel Advisor at Atlas Travel Center, one of the most decorated travel agencies in the United States. With more than 35 years of experience in the travel industry, Sue has planned, booked, and personally accompanied trips for thousands of clients — from first-time cruisers to seasoned luxury travelers who have circled the globe multiple times. Sue's areas of deep expertise include ocean and river cruising, European tours, group travel coordination, luxury travel, honeymoon planning, and family vacation design. She is a CLIA-certified cruise specialist and works within an agency that holds IATA and ARC accreditation and maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Over her career, Sue has been involved in more than 30,000 bookings and has personally coordinated over 200 travel groups — from faith-based group cruises and HBCU alumni trips to women's retreats, family reunions, and corporate incentive travel. What sets Sue apart is not just the credentials — it is the firsthand experience behind them. Sue has personally traveled to more than 20 countries across three continents, including Cuba, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and throughout Europe. She has sailed on dozens of cruise ships across nearly every major line, walked the river cruise routes she recommends, and eaten at the restaurants she suggests to clients. Her recommendations come from personal experience, not brochures. In addition to advising clients, Sue writes extensively about travel for The Traveler's Atlas blog — covering everything from cruise line comparisons and overtourism trends to destination guides and practical travel tips. Her writing is grounded in the same expertise she brings to every client conversation: honest, specific, and built on decades of real-world travel experience. Sue is based in the United States and available to help travelers plan cruises, European tours, group trips, river cruises, honeymoons, family vacations, and more. To work with Sue, contact Atlas Travel Center at atlastravelweb.com.