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August 27, 2025

11 Tours That Make for Great Winter Escapes

If you’re looking for a sunny getaway for the coming cold months, we have five tours that are perfect for keeping the wintertime blues away. However, if you wish to make a reservation for this winter, act fast – sweater season is approaching faster than you think!

August 20, 2025
Last year, we introduced you to guests Steve and Sally Pearson, who wrote about their Canadian Rockies Explorer small group tour for their blog. They’ve just returned from Norwegian Splendor, and we're excited to once again feature them in our blog.
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August 19, 2025
France remains one of the most alluring – and undeniably popular – destinations in the world. And for good reason: Considering its natural beauty, many famous historic sites, charming villages, rich artistic heritage, and robust culinary reputation, France truly has something for everyone. At Odysseys Unlimited, we offer three distinct small group tours to France; click to learn more about each one – and to discover which might be the ideal tour for you.
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August 13, 2025
Before you depart on your adventure with Odysseys, there are some things you’ll need to take care of, like renewing your passport (if necessary), making final payment on your tour, getting any recommended inoculations, and more. We highlight 12 such tasks in this blog.
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August 11, 2025
Odysseys Unlimited provides audio devices with headphones for guests to use on most tours. These headsets enable you to hear the commentary offered by your tour director or guide during visits to museums, historic sites, and other stops on your tour. Learn more about our on-tour audio devices in this blog.
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August 06, 2025
Karen Zuniga was born, raised, and continues to live in Bogotá, Colombia’s capital and largest city. She takes pride in her homeland and, in her role as an Odysseys tour director, delights in sharing its treasures with her guests: “I love showing the different aspects of our culture – what we eat, the way we dance, and how we live here in Colombia.” Read on to learn more about Karen in our latest blog.
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August 06, 2025
When you imagine traveling the world, where do you dream of going? Many oft-overlooked locations provide rewarding travel opportunities with a wealth of treasures waiting to be discovered. From the medieval castles of the Balkans to the culture-rich villages of West Africa, click below for five “off-the-beaten-path” locales we think should be on everyone’s travel wish list.
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Jiva Hoa Lu Retreat
July 29, 2025
After a few days spent exploring bustling Hanoi, guests on our Southeast Asia Odyssey tour head to Ninh Bình in Vietnam’s Red River Delta. There, they spend two rejuvenating nights at Jiva Hoa Lu Retreat – part wellness retreat, part hotel, and part natural sanctuary set amidst soaring, jungle-covered limestone cliffs. Read on to discover this stunning property for yourself.
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July 29, 2025
The much-anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) first opened many of its galleries late last year on a trial basis, and we’re thrilled to report that early reviews – both from Odysseys guests and the general public at large – have been overwhelmingly positive. Read on to see what our guests have had to say about early visits to the GEM.
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July 24, 2025
There has been an increase in airline-related scams targeting travelers. These scams involve fake communications claiming to be associated with airlines. Common tactics include fake booking websites, fraudulent customer service calls, and phishing emails and text messages, all aimed at stealing your personal information. Click for more information on how to identify and avoid these scams.
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Mfuwe Lodge Zambia
July 21, 2025
In 2025, Travel+Leisure readers voted the Mfuwe Lodge as the world's third best hotel. What makes this safari lodge so special...and how can you stay here for yourself? Read on to find out.
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July 15, 2025
Ancient cities have a way of capturing the imagination of the modern-day adventurer. Many of the great cities of old continue to intrigue visitors – and the same is true of Cambodia’s Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest religious complex on Earth. Read on to learn more about this “City of Temples.”
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Pena Palace in Sintra
July 07, 2025
See how nobility lived — and still live — on tour during visits to castles, palaces, and royal residences across the globe. These small group experiences offer an inside look at the lifestyles of the world’s most powerful rulers from both centuries past and the present day.
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