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September 01, 2026

9 Special Events to Include in Your 2027 Travel Plans

In our view, immersion is the key to a unique travel experience; that’s why you’ll often find yourself participating in cultural events and witnessing natural wonders while on an Odysseys tour. Several Odysseys tours feature select departure dates that offer you the opportunity to participate in local annual celebrations and marvel at natural phenomena unique to the region. See what special events you can experience on tour in 2027 with this list.

February 09, 2026
Recently, USA Today recognized Odysseys Unlimited as one of nine tour companies that make travel easier (and better) after 50. The article cites our small group sizes (just 12 to 24 guests, guaranteed), built-in time for independent exploration on tour, and our sterling reputation in the travel industry as three factors that set us apart.
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view from the roof of the tent
February 09, 2026
For two nights during our Exploring Jordan & Egypt tour, guests enjoy a one-of-a-kind lodging experience in the heart of Jordan’s Wadi Rum desert. With soaring sandstone cliffs and red desert stretching in every direction, the tented camp offers a chance to absorb the dramatic home of the Bedouin people.
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February 09, 2026
From a lodge suspended above a game-filled lagoon to a tented camp in the Jordanian desert to a Galapagos Islands resort, these are our Top 8 singular accommodations.
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February 08, 2026
Every culture around the world has its own unique twist on Valentine's Day traditions. Carved wooden spoons? Underwater weddings? Mayan parades? Learn about all these (and more) here.
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Ossama Al Zyoud Jordan
January 30, 2026
For Jordan’s Ossama Al Zyoud, leading tours is “more than just a job.” According to Ossama, his role “is a sacred bridge between Jordan’s glorious past and its vibrant present.” Learn more about Ossama here.
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January 28, 2026
Every March since 1973, the world’s most elite sled dogs and mushers have raced across nearly 1,000 miles of rugged Alaskan terrain during the Iditarod, “The Last Great Race on Earth.” We learn all about the Iditarod and working dogs in Alaska on our Alaska’s Untamed Wilderness small group tour. Click to read more and to see on-tour photos of the pups themselves.
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Barcelona - Steven Cashmore group photo Across Spain and Portugal
January 28, 2026
Looking for an adventure in the coming months? Space on our 2026 small group tours is filling up fast – but we still have a few spots remaining on some of our most popular tours for this spring. We've put together a list of Odysseys tours that still have spring 2026 availability. However, space is extremely limited; act now to secure your spot!
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January 25, 2026
All your questions about passports, REAL IDs, and government-issued identification, answered in one convenient place.
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January 14, 2026
How will travel evolve in 2026? We’ve spoken to our experts, pored over industry reports, and canvassed the news to come up with 11 trends that will shape the industry in the coming year.
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January 06, 2026
After an eventful year here at Odysseys Unlimited, we’re excited to sit back and take a walk down memory lane. Click to scroll through photos and videos highlighting some of our favorite moments over the past 12 months, from both our employees and Odysseys guests.
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Bruges, Belgium. Medieval ancient houses made of old bricks at water channel with boats in old town. Summer sunset with sunshine and green trees. Picturesque landscape.
December 21, 2025
With diverse cultures, stunning natural beauty, tempting cuisine, and more, Europe attracts more annual visitors than any other continent. To help you decide on your next European adventure, we’ve put together a list of the top 10 Europe tours that our guests are excited for in 2026.
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December 21, 2025
Considered paradigms of Catalan Modernism, Antoni Gaudí’s works are symbols of Barcelona, Spain, where they attract millions of visitors a year. Dive into his life in this post.
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