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September 02, 2025

8 Special Events to Include in Your 2026 Tour 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 2026 with this list.

July 18, 2024
"I love connecting with my Odysseys guests, stretching their minds and opening their eyes by bringing Morocco alive for them,” says Nabil Ezzaouaoui of his role as a tour director.
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June 24, 2024
We recently sat down with John and Toni Archer, five-time Odysseys guests, to ask them what they love about touring with Odysseys Unlimited. Click to read our conversation – and to see photos from their travels.
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June 21, 2024
South America boasts many wonders you simply must see to believe, so we’ve put together a photo gallery of on-tour photos from guests who have joined us on our Machu Picchu to the Galapagos or Treasures of Peru small group tour.
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June 14, 2024
We are deeply saddened to share the news that James McKenzie – our longest serving tour director and long-time colleague – passed away on June 13, 2024.
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June 11, 2024
"Well, I think I would argue that Italy perhaps has it all,” says Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director Igor Ribic, when asked what he most loves sharing about the country with his guests.
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June 05, 2024
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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May 31, 2024
Renowned for its rich history, ornate architecture, vibrant cultures, and legendary wildlife, India dazzles and enchants. View our gallery of on-tour photos from Odysseys guests.
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May 21, 2024
These days, there’s an app for almost anything – which can be as overwhelming as it is useful. We’ve taken the guesswork out of preparing your smartphone for travel with our list of 15 essential travel apps that can help streamline and simplify the finer details of your journey.
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May 09, 2024
For some, packing can be one of the most arduous – and confusing – parts of travel. Our experienced Odysseys Unlimited Tour Directors live where they work and have firsthand experience with our tours, meaning they know exactly what you should (and shouldn’t) pack. Click to watch TD Keri-Lyn's packing video guide for Alaska.
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May 03, 2024
Traditional balsamic vinegar originated in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna, where locals have been manufacturing it for hundreds of years. On Italy’s Classic Cities, we tour a family-run acetaia to learn more about this time-honored tradition.
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April 23, 2024
"I love meeting new people from different places, with different backgrounds, and learning from them," says Caroline Buizza of her role as an Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director.
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Colony of Magellanic penguins in Patagonia, South America
April 16, 2024
Every year on April 22, billions of people around the world celebrate Earth Day.  Whether planning a community cleanup, organizing a tree planting event, or simply setting aside some time to spend in the great outdoors, people everywhere use Earth Day as an opportunity to celebrate the natural world and advocate for our precious planet.
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