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 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 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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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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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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March 12, 2025
Almost all of the world's cultures share a common storytelling language: music. In this blog, we highlight 11 small group tours that offer can’t-miss musical experiences – read it here.
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February 04, 2025
Traveling to the unspoiled wilderness of Africa for a safari is a once-in-a-lifetime trip for many. Unlike most vacations though, safaris require specific clothing. To help you prepare, we have put together a packing guide so you will be comfortable and appropriately dressed in the bush.
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January 17, 2025
Sheets of water cascading from cliffs, mountains, and glaciers rank among nature’s most jaw-dropping sights. Luckily, Earth hosts an abundance of these natural vistas; from Iceland to Turkey and Zambia to Argentina, below are five waterfalls you can visit on our small group tours.
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January 10, 2025
This past year was one for the books – and we've compiled our annual “Year in Review” to celebrate it. Relive some of our favorite moments from 2024 with our collection of Odysseys guest and employee travel photos, memorable on-tour moments, office events, company milestones, and so much more. Click to begin your walk down memory lane.
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January 10, 2025
At Odysseys Unlimited, the tour directors we work with often become more like family than colleagues, and every year, our Worldwide Services team looks forward to visiting TDs in their home countries around the world. Last month, though, we invited 13 tour directors to our Boston office for our first ever onsite tour fair – click to relive some of our favorite moments.
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January 10, 2025
We’re excited to present four new tours for 2025: Italy’s Classic Cities, Essential France: Provence to Paris, West Africa Discovery, and Jewels of Colombia. Whether you long to dive into the diverse cultures of Africa, discover Colombia’s Spanish Colonial heritage, visit the ancient villages of France, or explore the medieval cities of Italy, the perfect new tour awaits.
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