Expert Insights

September 07, 2017 UNESCO Top 8 Myths & Legends

Read time – 9 minutes There are many magical stories linked to our world heritage. From the Lost City of Petra to Chichen Itza, these are age-old, inspired by real places, both natural and manmade wonders. UNESCO World Heritage List There are more than 1,000 monuments and natural wonders on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Deemed...

Panoramic view of the ancient town of Matera

September 07, 2017 Leader in the Spotlight: Marinella Bozzetti

Read time – 2 minutes Despite having lived in Puglia for her entire life, native Marinella Bozzetti still discovers new things about her homeland every time she leads an Exodus trip across the region. This is due, almost exclusively, to the amazed observations of those that she so passionately guides… Marinella by the coast Introducing...

August 25, 2017 Adventure2017: A snapshot so far

For 2017, Exodus has made a commitment: we will send at least 2,017 children from around the world on an eye-opening, educational but most of all exciting day out that they otherwise wouldn’t be able to do. At the time of writing, we are more than 50% of the way to our target for number...

August 24, 2017 Insider Tips: Best of Bosnia

Read time – 2 minutes Bosnia is one of Europe’s best-kept secrets – for now. Bosnia is one of the great unsung destinations on the planet, a winning blend of natural scenic splendour and human interest stories. The hulking mountains are as craggy and expressive as the faces of elderly men gossiping in coffee bars,...

August 22, 2017 Adventure2017: Ajla’s Story, Bosnia

Read time – 3 minutes For any child, a summer excursion to the mountains would be classed as an adventure. But for nine-year-old Ajla and her classmates, it was all the more special for being the first time they had been to the countryside. Not even that, but most of the children had never left...

August 11, 2017 Trending Now: Authentic Travel

Read time – 4 minutes The newest buzzword for the travel industry – authenticity – has created quite a stir. But did you know it’s something Exodus has been doing for years? For years, travel was an accumulation of tick boxes on famous highlights – to travel was to stand in awe at the foot...

Group admiring views of Mont Blanc, France

August 07, 2017 5 Things You Need to Know Before the Tour Du Mont Blanc

Read time – 2 minutes The Tour du Mont Blanc is an iconic trek by anyone’s estimation. It’s a classic alpine route, taking you through the finest scenery the Mont Blanc massif has to offer, from dramatic passes to charming green valleys. To enjoy it to the utmost, it is best to come prepared. Here...

August 04, 2017 Four of the Best Winter Landscapes Tours

Read time – 2 minutes On our global adventures we’ve travelled along many tracks. So many, in fact, that we know just what stops us in them: breathtaking views and out-of-this-world vistas. Whether it’s a city skyline or a natural phenomenon that blows you away, there’s nothing quite like the moment you first set eyes...

August 04, 2017 Top 5 Winter Games Trips

Read time – 2 minutes Celebrate the Winter Olympics by taking part in a challenge of your own. You don’t have to be an Olympian to enjoy these winter activities – just be inspired by them. From the gentler pursuits of igloo building to the thrilling rush of bobsledding, there’s a whole host of excitement...

August 02, 2017 Self-Guided Holidays with Headwater

Read time – 3 minutes With a wealth of relaxed walking and cycling itineraries in Europe, our sister company Headwater are experts when it comes to organising active self-guided holidays. They do all the planning for you, putting together routes and flexible schedules so all you need to focus on is savouring your quality time...