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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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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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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April 11, 2024
Paris, France – it’s the number-one most visited city in the world, and considering its world-renowned museums, gastronomy, fashion and design, shopping, and entertainment, it’s easy to see why. We’ve curated a guide with our expert advice on how to get the most out of your trip to Paris. Click here for more information on the city’s best neighborhoods, cuisines, activities, attractions, and more.
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February 13, 2024
To a Westerner, the cultural differences encountered in a country such as Japan can be particularly striking – that's why we have put together a list of eight things you need to know before you go.
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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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August 29, 2023
From India to Austria, from the U.K. to the Netherlands, there are an array of cultural festivals and events for you to enjoy on an Odysseys Unlimited small group tour. We offer special festival departures on several tours, where you can immerse yourself in the traditions, culture, and entertainment of another country.
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May 09, 2023
London, England hardly needs introduction. An epicenter of culture, the U.K.’s capital is a superb destination for those looking for an array of diverse experiences. If you’re traveling to London either this year or next, check out our detailed insider’s guide with expert advice on neighborhoods to visit, activities to enjoy, cuisines to sample, and cultural differences to keep in mind.
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February 08, 2022
Is there anything quite as romantic as traveling to the cities and settings of great love? We like to think not, which is why we’re highlighting a few of our favorites this Valentine’s Day.
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February 01, 2022
February 1 marks the beginning of the traditional Lunar New Year Festival celebrating the start of the new year for Asian communities around the world. 2022 has been designated the Year of the Tiger in the Chinese zodiac calendar.
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February 08, 2021
One of the great thrills of traveling is the chance to sample the cuisine from other parts of the world. As Americans, we have certain preconceived notions of different region's food offerings—Italy's famous pizza and pasta, Asian dumplings, Moroccan couscous—but oftentimes a trip abroad will open up new worlds of food and flavor.
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