Expert Insights

April 15, 2016 Best Beginners Summits

Read time – 4 minutes There’s a first time for everything. And if you’re ready for your first summit walking adventure, the choices couldn’t be broader. From far-flung exotic peaks to something a little closer to home, there’s no shortage of ideal mountains which offer plenty of excitement without overwhelming the newbie. Forget struggling with...

April 12, 2016 The Jungle Book in Real Life

Read time – 3 minutes Disney’s recent remake of The Jungle Book was eagerly awaited and stirred a rush of cinematic excitement. Positive reviews flooded the press, and we’re sure those two hours of the mysterious jungle will spark some wanderlust, leaving viewers inspired to seek out a real-life wildlife encounter of their own. Will you see a...

April 01, 2016 Exodus to Launch Driverless Overland Expeditions

Read time – 2 minutes Leading adventure tour operator Exodus Travels is set to embrace new technology within the motor industry by applying the driverless concept to their overland trucks. Autonomous Self-driving Vehicles Following the success of Google’s self-driving car, and the UK government giving the green light on driverless pods whisking passengers along the Thames Path this...

March 22, 2016 Exodus Experts Take on LEJOG Route

Read time – 10 minutes We recently threw some of our resident cycling experts in at the deep end: Megan, David, Gina and Ollybravely decided to tackle the gruelling Land’s End to John O’Groats on two wheels, for charity. We’re delighted to report – THEY MADE IT! On the evening of Monday 6th June, the team arrived...

March 14, 2016 The National Park Service 100 Years On

In 1916, in the USA, an agency was formed that would change the face of the world. The National Park Service (NPS) was created with the purpose of protecting and preserving American sites of natural beauty and cultural significance. At the same time, it ensures that people can actually enjoy these wonders responsibly and with...

March 11, 2016 Exodus’ Top 10 Unusual Destinations

Read time – 2 minutes Escaping the crowds just got that little bit easier. We’ve compiled our definitive top ten unusual destinations for getting off the beaten track, ranging from the obscure, the hard to get to and the simply overlooked. These are our hidden gems… Iran Nasir al-Mulk Mosque in Shiraz Onion-domed mosques in...

March 10, 2016 Specialist Wildlife Photography Holidays

Read time – 2 minutes Do you love wildlife? Are you a keen amateur photographer? Or, at least, are you keen to learn more? Then our inspirational range of specialist wildlife photography holidays might just be for you. From the frozen expanse of the Arctic tundra, where polar bears roam the ice, to the sun-dappled forests of...

March 10, 2016 The A-Z of Trekking

Read time – 4 minutes Take an alphabetical journey through the world on two feet, covering some of the finest, most famous, and underrated trekking locations our planet has to offer. A Global Tour A – The Amalfi Coast The Amalfi CoastSpectacular walks through lemon groves, beech woods and along one of the most beautiful...

February 06, 2016 Yoga For Cyclists

Read time – 4 minutes Can the ancient traditions of yoga really benefit your cycling? We ask Claire Daniel, Exodus product manager and accomplished teacher of yoga for cyclists. Yoga has been growing in popularity in recent years and is steadily becoming the favourite cross-training practice for many athletes. The benefits are huge. From simply stretching out...

January 28, 2016 One Night In…A Bedouin Camp

Read time – 2 minutes Crossing the Desert You arrive in four-wheel-drives, bounding across the darkening desert. Sands swirl underfoot as you step down from the vehicles and take in the scene: a charming, neat array of tall tents, huddled at the foot of a great wall. Driving into the desert The red rock is...