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June 04, 2025

Tour Director Profile: Tuyến Hữu Vũ | Southeast Asia

Tuyến was born to be a tour director, and after earning a hospitality degree and leading tours for some two decades, he still retains a passion for showcasing his homeland of Vietnam, and Southeast Asia as a whole.

June 03, 2025
Traveling in a small group through the stunning savanna, sounds seem clearer, sunsets look richer, and the horizon seems to extend infinitely in all directions. Learn about which safari tour is the best for you here!
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Rome Colosseum
May 27, 2025
Trying to decide on your first small group tour? We've collected our top 10 tours for first-time group travelers in this blog. Whether your dream trip includes the stunning natural beauty and vibrant cultures of South America; Europe's blend of art, architecture, and cuisine; Africa’s endless savannas; or somewhere else entirely these tours are sure to spark your wanderlust.
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May 20, 2025
Many of our small group adventures offer unique optional tour add-ons, like five days to explore the Jordanian cities of Petra and Amman after Egypt & the Eternal Nile. In this blog post, we highlight 14 tours with particularly extraordinary post-tour extensions or pre-tour options – open to learn more.
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May 19, 2025
It’s no secret: Travel can be stressful. Packing struggles, TSA lines, flight delays, complicated visa applications … the list goes on. But with the right knowledge, you can minimize hiccups and focus on enjoying the adventure. Click for our 25 top travel hacks and guarantee yourself a smooth journey.
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Golden Temple Kinkaku-ji Kyoto
May 16, 2025
Earlier this year, Jeff Linder embarked on Insider's Japan – his third tour with Odysseys Unlimited – and documented it all in a series of fascinating posts on his blog. Click to explore the tour, and his posts, in detail.
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Steven Cashmore SEA Ha long bay
May 15, 2025
We've scoured the Odysseys employee photo archives to bring you the best of the best from life on tour. From colorful African birdlife to the razor-tipped Matterhorn to the tranquil temples of Southeast Asia, these shots are guaranteed to inspire.
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May 08, 2025
Europe attracts millions of visitors each year, drawn by its natural beauty, stunning architecture, rich history, vibrant cultures, tantalizing cuisine, and more. We’ve put together a list of our 10 most popular Europe tours – see the whole list here.
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Kata Tjuta Outback Stacey and Jillian Australia
May 07, 2025
Join Odysseys employees Stacey H. and Jillian M. for a behind-the-scenes look at their recent Exploring Australia and New Zealand tour, complete with sea turtles, harbor cruises, sunrises over Uluru and much more.
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May 02, 2025

On your travels, especially in countries such as Morocco, Türkiye, Egypt, India, Peru, Vietnam, Nepal, and more, you’ll find local markets, bazaars, and roadside vendors where bargaining is not only expected, it’s a tradition.  So that you don’t miss an opportunity to participate in this age-old practice, we offer the following tips for a successful exchange.

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Manoir de Mathan exterior
April 30, 2025
Guests on our Provincial French Countryside tour have the distinct pleasure of staying for three nights at the Manoir de Mathan, a 17th-century stone manor house in Crépon, France, that has been converted into one of Normandy’s most beloved lodgings.
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April 29, 2025
In the U.S., we often don’t think twice about tipping 20% (or more!) for most everyday services. But the rest of the world’s practices differ regarding if, when, where, how, and how much you should tip. So, we’ve put together this guide outlining tipping practices around the world.
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George Omuya and tour group with safari vehicle
April 28, 2025
Longtime Odysseys tour director George Omuya takes pride in showcasing his native Kenya to his guests - but his outreach extends far beyond leading Odysseys tours. Meet George here, and see what makes him a philanthropic force in his native Kenya.
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