Expert Insights

March 01, 2022 Your Guide to Happiness

You can’t deny there’s an inextricable link between happiness and travelling. Travelling is said to increase mental well-being, but not only in the immediate short term. The elated feeling and “natural high” of travelling can last far longer after you’ve set your feet back on terra firma. Travelling can; boost self-confidence; offer new experiences and...

February 23, 2022 5 European Destinations That Put Spring In Your Step

From the vivid tulip fields of Holland to the botanical paradise of Madeira, these five European destinations explode with colour in the springtime. Not only will you experience the blooming flora of each place, but when you visit during the months of March and May, you’ll also enjoy warmer temperatures and less-crowded streets. Experience the...

Snow capped mountains in Durmitor National Park

February 18, 2022 5 Unmissable places to cycle in the Balkans

Still relatively free from mass tourism, the Balkans not only offer a rich cultural experience, but they also boast mile upon mile of unspoiled cycle trails, from undulating routes in immense national parks to weaving lakeside roads. There’s also plenty to see off the bike as well, including sleepy villages punctuated by Byzantine churches, Ottoman...

February 01, 2022 7 incredible destinations in the Americas you should visit this year

The variety of trips across North, South, and Central America is impressively diverse. Opportunities to take challenging hikes, whether through the Rockies or along the Inca Trail, are abundant. For keen birders, the spotting opportunities in Costa Rica and Ecuador are arguably unrivalled. Or, if meeting the people and becoming immersed in culture and communities...

February 01, 2022 4 Must-do Trips in Costa Rica

From the endemic wildlife to the rich scenery that lies beneath a canopy of cloud forests and smoking volcanoes, Costa Rica is a kaleidoscope of untamed beauty. The diverse landscape provides a vast playground for hikers, bikers and nature lovers wanting to discover its unique charms. Taking you on incredible journeys that go beyond the...

Exodus Inca Trail porters visit Machu Picchu

February 01, 2022 Machu Picchu & The Inca Trail Porters

Read time – 2 minutes They’re the beating heart of the Inca Trail. At its highest point – Dead Woman’s Pass – the trail reaches a staggering 4,215m above sea level. But it’s not just the high altitude the porters have to contend with… every rucksack they carry weighs a hefty 20kg. The Not So...

February 01, 2022 Bikash – an inside guide to trekking in the Himalayas

For many, stepping off a plane into Kathmandu is a shock to the senses, from the loud traffic-jammed alleyways of the old town to the city’s intoxicating incense temples. But for our Exodus Guide, Bikash Tamang, these sights, along with the breath-taking Himalayan mountains, are his playground. Taking avid trekkers to the Everest Base Camp,...

The 7 Best Peaks and Summits to Hike in 2021

February 01, 2022 The 5 Best Peaks and Summits to Hike in 2022

It comes as no surprise that all of us want to alleviate those itchy feet with a hike of a lifetime. 2022 is the year to set new goals and challenges that will push your boundaries and encourage you to achieve your personal best. Well, we have just the trips that will test your mettle...

February 01, 2022 7 Things to do in Sri Lanka

Read time – 3 minutes If you’re having trouble choosing between a trip lounging on the beach, exploring the wild, or soaking in the history of rich new culture, a Sri Lanka holiday is the answer. Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka Picturesque beaches, kilometres of rolling hills, ancient temples and ruins, and lush green forests...

February 01, 2022 Ruwan’s 5 top sites to visit in Sri Lanka

Boasting legendary temples, verdant tea plantation villages and lush rainforest peaks, Sri Lanka is a feast for the eyes. Packing an astounding eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and over 2,000 years of culture into such a small country – this destination is simply begging to be explored. Ruwan Balasooriya, our local Sri Lankan Exodus Guide,...