August 26, 2024
Renowned tourist destinations abound the world over, and while these places attract millions of visitors every year, many fail to realize that oft-overlooked destinations offer equally rewarding experiences. So with that in mind, here are five Odysseys Unlimited tours to unexpected destinations in West Africa, Central Asia, the Balkans, and South America.
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August 20, 2024
Earlier this year, Geri and Greg Bebernitz embarked on Moroccan Discovery – their fourth tour with Odysseys Unlimited – and Geri documented it all in a series of fascinating posts on her Retirement Adventure Blog.
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August 07, 2024
Croatia has a long and storied history of olive oil production, a tradition carried on by the many small, family-owned olive farms dotting the countryside – farms like Grubić, which we visit on our Pearls of Dalmatia small group tour.
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July 31, 2024
Since first opening our doors 26 years ago, Odysseys Unlimited has fulfilled the travel dreams of thousands of guests – many of whom have had rave reviews of their on-tour experiences after they return home. Here's what some of our guests have had to say about touring with Odysseys.
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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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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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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 26, 2024
Earth boasts many spectacular natural phenomena you simply must see to believe. From the aurora borealis to Japanese cherry blossom season, these events inspire wonder in all who witness them. Here are five natural phenomena you can see on an Odysseys Unlimited small group tour – and the time of year to experience each one.
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March 12, 2024
Last month, Dr. Amee Shah – a guest on our Patagonia Explorer small group tour – was so moved watching the sun rise over Magdalena Island that she wrote a beautiful poem about the experience. Click the link below to read Dr. Shah's poem.
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March 06, 2024
To help you assess whether a tour is right for you, you’ll find a Physical Activity Level rating on each of our tours, indicating the level of difficulty. Read on to learn more.
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February 20, 2024
Losing a pair of eyeglasses on vacation can put a damper on even the most exciting of adventures – but when tour director Fattah Bouchekhbat is on the case, there’s no need to worry!
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February 02, 2024
Humans first domesticated sheep thousands of years ago, raising them for their meat, milk, and wool. And for almost as long, shepherds and farmers have trusted “man’s best friend” to help them herd their flocks – a time-honored tradition you can see on five Odysseys tours.
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