January 06, 2026
After an eventful year here at Odysseys Unlimited, we’re excited to sit back and take a walk down memory lane. Click to scroll through photos and videos highlighting some of our favorite moments over the past 12 months, from both our employees and Odysseys guests.
Read More
October 23, 2025
Travel offers a myriad of opportunities to immerse ourselves in the wondrous myths that shaped some of the most significant civilizations in history. If you wish to explore local myths and legends on your next small group tour, check out the destinations in this post.
Read More
September 08, 2025
From visiting with Akan artisans to attending a mysterious Zangbeto mask dance performance to enjoying a Togolese cooking class, our West Africa Discovery small group tour offers many small group highlights. We showcase six of them in this blog post.
Read More
August 06, 2025
When you imagine traveling the world, where do you dream of going? Many oft-overlooked locations provide rewarding travel opportunities with a wealth of treasures waiting to be discovered. From the medieval castles of the Balkans to the culture-rich villages of West Africa, click below for five “off-the-beaten-path” locales we think should be on everyone’s travel wish list.
Read More
July 15, 2025
Ancient cities have a way of capturing the imagination of the modern-day adventurer. Many of the great cities of old continue to intrigue visitors – and the same is true of Cambodia’s Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest religious complex on Earth. Read on to learn more about this “City of Temples.”
Read More
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.
Read More
June 16, 2025
From Midsommar in Sweden to Inti Raymi in Peru, and the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri Festival in Japan to a citywide food fight in Spain, we’ve collected 10 of the world’s most interesting summer celebrations in this blog post. Catch the summertime spirit by clicking here.
Read More
April 02, 2025
In Tokyo, Japan, the ultramodern and the traditional blend: sleek skyscrapers stand beside ancient temples, and bustling streets contrast tranquil gardens. It’s a place of endless opportunities for travelers to experience Japanese culture, cuisine, traditions, and more. Read our city guide to tackle Tokyo like a pro during your travels to Japan.
Read More
March 15, 2025
Springtime ushers in a period of growth and rebirth, and cultures around the world have been honoring the season’s arrival since time immemorial. We’ve put together a list of 10 of the world’s unique springtime celebrations in our latest blog post – read on to learn more.
Read More
January 24, 2025
Today, Egyptians rely on traditional felucca sailboats for fishing, travel, trade, and recreation, much as they have for thousands of years. Guests traveling on Egypt & the Eternal Nile and Treasures of Egypt experience an authentic felucca sail as they enjoy a leisurely sightseeing cruise on the Nile.
Read More
December 06, 2024
The tradition of holding a festival near the winter solstice dates back centuries, and is still observed in many cultures around the world today. Dive into a few of these worldwide celebrations, from European Christmas-adjacent celebrations with a twist, to Asian traditions highlighting the duality of night and day.
Read More
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.
Read More
