Frequently asked
questions.

Curated group journeys hosted by Lolita Jackson and Kalisha Smith, two flight attendants and travel advisors based in Dayton, Ohio. We plan every detail so all you do is show up, explore, and connect.

Not at all. Whether it is your first passport stamp or your fiftieth, you will have two hosts on the ground with you the whole way.

Airfare is not included. Don't book your flights yet — airline schedules for our travel dates aren't open yet, and we'll send booked travelers exact arrival guidance (which airport and when to land) before you book. Our team coordinates your airport pickup, so you'll never be left figuring it out alone.

A $250 deposit books your spot on the trip booking page. The entire deposit is non-refundable for a traveler-initiated cancellation. It secures your room with our suppliers. Rooms are limited and first come, first served. See the roommate matching exception below and the full terms.

Yes. The booking is set up with a monthly payment schedule. You may pay in full or make extra payments any time, as long as the balance is paid by the final payment date shown at checkout. Select automatic payments at checkout if you want scheduled charges.

Absolutely. Choose single occupancy for your own room, or request our roommate matching for double occupancy.

We match same-gender travelers on a first-come, first-served basis. The cutoff is 60 days before Bali and 90 days before Greece. If we cannot match you by the cutoff, you may upgrade to single occupancy at the applicable rate or receive a refund of payments made. Read the roommate terms.

Explorer includes five hotel nights in Ubud and Kuta, daily breakfast, airport meet and greet, airport and hotel transfers, the Kintamani day trip with swing and lunch, Sacred Monkey Forest, a two-hour spa with flower bath, bottled water and applicable taxes. Signature includes all of that plus the Kemenuh day trip with swing and lunch, Uluwatu Temple with the Kecak fire dance and seafood dinner, a half-day elephant nurture and wash experience, and a Flying Dress photo shoot. Compare the plans.

For U.S. passport holders, plan for a passport valid at least six months after your Bali return. Indonesia requires a visitor visa: an electronic visa in advance or visa on arrival may be available; the fee is roughly $32 but can change. Bali also charges a foreign tourist levy of IDR 150,000 (roughly $10), payable through the official Love Bali portal or designated counters. For Greece, a U.S. passport generally needs at least three months of validity beyond the planned Schengen departure, and short tourist stays of up to 90 days in any 180 days are visa-free. An EU travel authorization (ETIAS) may be required by the 2028 trip; confirm it before departure. Entry rules and fees can change. We will send a pre-travel checklist, and you should verify current rules with U.S. guidance for Indonesia, U.S. guidance for Greece, and the official EU ETIAS site.

No. Travel insurance is required for every traveler and purchased separately. Greece policies must include at least $50,000 in emergency medical and $100,000 in emergency medical evacuation. Bali policies must include at least $100,000 in emergency medical and $250,000 in emergency medical evacuation. We do not sell or advise on insurance. Use a provider of your choice; review any quote link at checkout if offered.

International and domestic airfare, required travel insurance, personal expenses, extra food and beverages, guide and driver tips, and optional tours. In Greece, local hotel accommodation taxes, dinner drinks, volcano entry and transport to certain tour meeting points are also excluded. Bali details and Greece details list inclusions and exclusions separately.

The full $250 deposit is non-refundable for a traveler-initiated cancellation. Payments beyond the deposit follow the cancellation terms shown on the trip booking page before you pay. Last-minute cancellations can carry penalties. Submit your cancellation in writing to info@thegrandglobalexperience.com. Travel insurance is required; coverage depends on your policy. The no-match roommate option is explained above.

Yes. The confirmed price is locked when your deposit is received. Spaces and rates are limited and can increase for new reservations as availability changes.

Yes. Both trips are hosted by Lolita and Kalisha, from airport arrival to farewell. You will have support throughout the group journey.