
June 25, 2025
You don’t have to cross an ocean to unlock an incredible travel experience. Click to view on-tour photography of some of the awe-inspiring natural scenery, unique cultural adventures, and exciting activities you can enjoy on our North America tours.
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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.
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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.
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May 27, 2025
Trying to decide on your first small group tour? We've collected our top 10 tours for first-time group travelers in this blog. Whether your dream trip includes the stunning natural beauty and vibrant cultures of South America; Europe's blend of art, architecture, and cuisine; Africa’s endless savannas; or somewhere else entirely these tours are sure to spark your wanderlust.
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February 24, 2025
“Alaska isn’t all cold and darkness like people may think,” says Keri-Lyn Fitzgerald, a native of the state. “I bust many assumptions people have about what life is like here,” she says. Keri-Lyn enjoys showing her guests the different lifestyles on our Alaska's Untamed Wilderness small group tour, “…from living in remote villages off the […]
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January 21, 2025
Winter has reached its peak, but if you’re anything like us, you’re probably already looking ahead at your summer travel plans. So, we’ve collected five cool-climate tours that are perfect for beating the summer heat – after all, those warm “dog days” are approaching faster than you think!
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September 27, 2024
From Paleolithic-era cave dwellings to rainforest bungalows just a stone’s throw from a volcano (pictured above), unique lodgings are a key element of the Odysseys Advantage. In this post, you can learn about the special features of 10 one-of-a-kind accommodations that you can experience on an Odysseys small group tour.
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May 09, 2024
For some, packing can be one of the most arduous – and confusing – parts of travel. Our experienced Odysseys Unlimited Tour Directors live where they work and have firsthand experience with our tours, meaning they know exactly what you should (and shouldn’t) pack. Click to watch TD Keri-Lyn's packing video guide for Alaska.
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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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January 11, 2024
From massive waterfalls and intimidating mountains to winding canyons, crystal-blue glaciers, and much more, Earth is home to some of nature’s most magnificent scenery. If you’re yearning to experience Mother Nature at her best, consider one of our small group tours to check some items off your travel wish list this year. Read on to learn about six natural wonders that you can see while traveling with Odysseys Unlimited.
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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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