Expert Insights

July 22, 2015 Exodus Kilimanjaro Porter Project

Read time – 1 minute Each year, Exodus sponsors an English Language School in Arusha, a name familiar to anyone who has voyaged to the Roof of Africa. The town sits in the shadow of mighty Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, and the school has been set up to help the porters who work so hard on Kilimanjaro to...

July 22, 2015 The Race is On: Cross-Country Ski Marathon

Read time – 2 minutes Much like the London Marathon is in the UK, long-distance cross-country ski races are momentous cultural events. The excitement of the true contenders battling it out in a gargantuan test of endurance is undeniable! Cross Country Ski Races But it’s never just about that – it’s about a much wider,...

July 22, 2015 New Cross-country Ski Adventures

Read time – 1 minute Year after year, we scour the mountains of Europe to craft a range of thrilling new cross-country skiing adventures. And we have good news: this year’s batch is ready! We’re beyond excited to introduce our very first point-to-point cross-country trip, a new skate centre for Eric Woolley and some wonderful new...

July 10, 2015 Top 10 Iconic Journeys

Read time -3 minutes Journeys are an integral part of the human experience. Our journeys may define us – but it’s up to us to choose the route we take. Your journey may be historic, unearthing the legacy of ancient warriors, traders and conquerors. You could find yourself taking on a life-changing pilgrimage following in...

July 07, 2015 Best Bike Rides in Latin America

Read time – 4 minutes You don’t have to be a Lycra-clad, drop-bar competitor to enjoy a cycling holiday. It doesn’t have to be all about effort: If you’re after something a little more leisurely… well, Latin America could be for you. Laid-back cycling holidays in Latin America These laid-back cycling holidays through Latin America are...

July 06, 2015 Sneak Peek at 2016…

Every year, we bring you new adventures. This pioneering spirit is an integral part of who we are and what we do; of course, 2016 will be no exception. They’re not quite ready yet… but here’s a little preview of the exciting new cycling holidays we’re crafting at this very moment, just to whet your...

July 02, 2015 Top 5 Summer Treks

Read time – 3 minutes The summer sun is calling, and trekkers will soon be reaching for their light-weight hiking boots and plotting how to make the most of it. But how do you begin to narrow down the best summer walks, when our beautiful planet is covered with awe-inspiring peaks, lush green valleys and...

June 29, 2015 Downhill All the Way: Best Cycling Descents

Read time – 2 minutes Few things in life are as satisfying as cresting the summit of a craggy peak after a long, winding mountain climb – and all the better on two wheels. But when the summit is still far off and your legs are beginning to burn, lungs heaving in the thinning air,...

June 29, 2015 King of the Mountains: Top 5 Cycling Climbs

Read time – 3 minutes It’s time to claim your crown. There are many reasons to climb a mountain. There are the spectacular, vertiginous views from the summit, clouds spread beneath your feet and pierced by the odd neighbouring peak. Then there’s the sense of challenge, and the lung-heaving, leg wobbling feeling of euphoria on...

Girls playing at the Holi festival, India

June 26, 2015 India Survival Guide

Read time – 6 minutes For those travellers bold enough to venture to India, the rewards are huge. But there’s no denying it can be an overwhelming place for the first-time visitor. So, with this in mind, we thought we’d share our top India travel tips to help you survive your first trip through this intoxicating country! India Travel Tips...