June 24, 2024
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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March 26, 2024
Laurel Davar is not only a loyal Odysseys guest – she’s also a talented artist who paints portraits of Tour Directors she's had on Odysseys tours. We recently spoke with Laurel about her creative process and what she enjoys about traveling with Odysseys Unlimited.
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March 21, 2024
If you’re anything like us, you probably have a running list of destinations that you dream of visiting. Maybe you wish to go on safari in Africa, or explore the mysteries of Southeast Asia, or traverse the Australian Outback… Odysseys employees are no different – we have our own travel dreams, as well. Check out what Odysseys employees have in mind for their own future adventures.
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March 11, 2024
Earlier this year, Mike and Patty Payette – parents of Odysseys employee Jamie Payette – embarked on their first-ever Odysseys Unlimited small group tour: Costa Rica’s Natural Heritage. Jamie recently sat down with his mother to talk to her about their tour.
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December 15, 2023
As this year comes to a close, we’d like to take a moment to look back on some of the moments that made 2023 special. We’ve collected photos and quotes from both guests and employees to highlight our favorite moments from this past year – like our 25th anniversary celebration in June, pictured above. So, without further ado, we present to you: Our Year in Review.
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August 30, 2023
One exciting aspect of visiting a new place is the possibility of encountering native animals. There are countless opportunities to view some of nature’s most majestic creatures in every corner of the earth. Read on for 15 Odysseys tours that feature animal encounters.
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November 11, 2022
Every year, Odysseys Unlimited sends employees from different departments on training trips, giving them firsthand on-tour experience so that we can continue to provide our guests with the best possible service, from pre-tour customer service interactions to on-tour experiences. We interviewed some employees who have taken these training trips recently about their travels; read on to get an insider’s look at some of our small group tours, and what our employees learned while on the road!
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June 09, 2021
Presenting our Ultimate Travel Wish List. With responses from both office staff and Tour Directors, this list should serve as both inspiration and a jumping-off point for your return to travel.
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March 25, 2021
The splendid Canadian Rockies offer exceptional subjects for the photographer, but the real fun comes when you step out from behind the camera. Dive into our hands-on exploration of this rugged region.
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January 28, 2021
As we continue to wait for the resumption of global travel, we thought we'd try to bring a little bit of the world into your kitchens. And since we all have a favorite cuisine, we turned our attention to something everyone can agree on: dessert!
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October 14, 2020
Throughout what has been an unexpected year (to say the least), we at Odysseys still find ourselves seeking new experiences and ways to remain connected to our guests, our tour directors, and the world at large. As we continue through the year, we look to find joy in each day and, in many cases, this […]
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June 25, 2020
A Lesson in Coastal Croatian Cuisine, Costa Rican Tropical Trees that "Listen," and an Insider's Tour of Turkey's Antalya Archeological Museum While the world waits for the rhythms of daily life to return, one thing is certain: we’re all in this together as we strive to find safe alternatives to travel that satisfy our inexhaustible […]
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