Expert Insights

October 18, 2013 Top Five Reasons to Visit Slovenia

Read time – 4 minutes Exodus would like to introduce you to Slovenia, the pinnacle of getting off the beaten track without bidding farewell to infrastructure. A small emerald nestled on the bridge between western and eastern Europe, it’s barely larger than Wales and yet this country packs a real punch: Lonely Planet calls it...

October 18, 2013 The Best Sunsets in the World

Read time – 4 minutes All too often overlooked when it slowly falls behind an all too familiar backdrop, a magnificent sunset is always a special occasion when travelling. There is something magical about those fiery shades sweeping across an evening sky that brings a sense of calm and serenity to those fortunate enough to...

October 18, 2013 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the World

Read time – 4 minutes Waterfalls are beautiful feats of nature, whether we’re talking thundering torrents crashing over wide-open cliff faces or gentle cascades tinkling on the rocks. They hold the power to cast a mesmerising spell on us, instantly captivating with their reflections, refractions and ripples. Ultimately, these liquid assets lure many travellers to...

October 18, 2013 Top 5 Cool Camping Experiences

Read time – 3 minutes Forget rush hour traffic and the hassle of the morning commute at one of our coolest campsites. Mediocre mornings are a thing of the past. Far from just a place to sleep, these tented temptations offer all sorts, from killer views to living theatres. Wake up to a world where...

October 10, 2013 Top Five Whale Watching Hotspots

Read time – 3 minutes Captain Ahab dedicated his life to finding one. ‘Free Willy’ captured the hearts of children and adults alike. Whales have enchanted humanity for aeons, impressed by their awesome size and seduced by their crooning songs, these gentle giants of the aquatic world cover the oceans in migratory pods. Nothing can...

October 10, 2013 A Morocco Adventure

Read time – 2 minutes Early evening in Morocco, a welcoming breeze whisks mischievously across the dinner table, making the napkins dance and flutter like fans. The chatter of the street is distanced to a hum, four storeys below us where a river of people eddies and flows between the banks of market stalls and...

October 10, 2013 Top Five Wildlife Heavyweights

Read time – 3 minutes With so many heavyweights, picking five is a Herculean task, but we’re confident we’ve managed to unlock the faunal treasure chest to reveal the biggest and best wildlife encounters on Earth. Whether to sight a belligerent herd of Cape buffalo chasing down a male lion, sit beside a flora-feeding Mountain...

October 10, 2013 Best Places to Visit in Morocco

Read time – 4 minutes Discover the Highlights of Morocco Marrakech is a chaotic yet mesmerising vortex, which entices and captivates its many visitors. This vibrant hub of energy is the perfect starting point for any North African journey, but there’s more to Morocco than just this one magnetic city. Marrakech The Daughter of the...

October 09, 2013 The best of Cambodia by Exodus’ Imran Arshad

After a wonderful 10 days in Vietnam, it was now time to enter Cambodia. I had to arrange my Visa for Cambodia at the border crossing so a picture, 25 USDs and a few minutes later I was walking towards our guide, Rith, who was waiting anxiously to meet us all. Cambodia is full of surprises...

October 09, 2013 Cross-country Skiing in Kvitavatn

Read time – 3 minutes As our coach wound its way up the mountain road towards Kvitavatn, some 950m above sea level, I felt the excitement start to grow. I’d never been to Norway before, never tried cross-country skiing and was itching to have a go. On arrival, we quickly discovered who our new roommates...