January 23, 2025
Italian by birth and Viennese by choice, Raffaele “Raffa” Marmo found his calling as a tour director. “I had no idea how much this job would positively impact my life!” says Raffa.
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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
When we first met retired chefs Dan and Kim Varano, they had just returned from our Northern Italy tour, writing about the experience – and their favorite recipes – for their newsletter, Cruisin' in the Kitchen. Well, the pair traveled on Ancient Greece last year, documenting their adventure once again.
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November 29, 2024
Many associate Voodoo with witchcraft and “black magic.” However, in West Africa, Voodoo (or, more accurately, Vodun) exists as an ancient aspect of a culture that unifies some 50 million people. West African Vodun embraces calm and tranquility, a deep connection with nature, and an everlasting respect for the dead.
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November 13, 2024
The Andean textile tradition has a long history, and we have the privilege of attending a traditional Andean weaving demonstration in the Incan town of Chinchero on our Treasures of Peru and Machu Picchu to the Galapagos small group tours.
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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 15, 2024
With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about shopping for gifts. We’ve gathered some ideas for the travelers in your life (and maybe for yourself, too!), and invite you to check out this list for inspiration on what to surprise your loved ones with this year.
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October 04, 2024
We will keep this post current as states continue to roll out REAL ID-compliant licenses and grant extensions. Below are the answers to some basic questions about passports, government-issued IDs, and the REAL ID security program.
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September 27, 2024
Steven and Sally Pearson recently embarked on Odysseys’ Canadian Rockies Explorer small group tour, documenting the 11-day adventure for their travel blog, Steve and Sally’s Travels. Read about their adventure check out some of their photos here.
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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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September 12, 2024
Peter Tsapepas became a tour director because he likes people. “I like looking after them, and I like having the opportunity to help them have the most memorable holiday experience of a lifetime,” he says.
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September 05, 2024
Many seasoned travelers are familiar with jet lag, but this temporary sleep disorder (which may occur any time you transition from one time zone to another) doesn’t have to ruin your vacation. Follow these tips to lessen the effects of jet lag.
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