
June 22, 2025
Focusing on our five senses while traveling helps us connect with and learn about our destinations in unique ways. That’s why so many of our tours offer multi-sensory experiences that engage our sense of sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing. Find Odysseys experiences for all five senses in this post.
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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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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 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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April 08, 2025
At long last, it is here – our ultimate packing list for an Odysseys Unlimited tour! We put together this list of both general necessities and specific items to bring on tour and included a printable PDF checklist to make sure that you are fully prepared – and that you don’t forget anything!
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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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October 22, 2024
In his career as a tour director, Eric Botha has found the perfect outlet for his love of both people and nature. “I live for sharing the nature, beauty and cultural diversity of Africa with fellow enthusiasts and nature lovers,” he explains.
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October 08, 2024
From the Ganges to the Amazon, rivers carry stories that have resonated throughout history – and that have drawn travelers for millennia. We’ve put together a list highlighting six epic rivers you can see up close on an Odysseys tour. Read all about them in this post.
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September 27, 2024
From Paleolithic-era cave dwellings to rainforest bungalows just a stone’s throw from a volcano (pictured above), unique lodgings are a key element of the Odysseys Advantage. In this post, you can learn about the special features of 10 one-of-a-kind accommodations that you can experience on an Odysseys small group tour.
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September 26, 2024
In Zambia, the tourism industry does a great deal to support conservation and community development, and our guests see the benefits of local tourism firsthand when they visit a Mfuwe community on our Africa’s Wildlife tour.
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