Expert Insights

August 13, 2019 Penguins in South America: A Guide to 4 Species

There are over a dozen places around the world where you can see penguins in their natural habitat, but the penguins in Chile, which can be found throughout the southern coast and on the island of Tierra del Fuego, are among the world’s most accessible, plentiful (with over two million breeding pairs) and diverse. You can...

August 13, 2019 Finding Incan Culture in Modern Day Peru

There was a time when the Inca Empire ruled over more than 12 million people, carrying its influence from Colombia in the north to central Chile in the south. It’s been nearly 500 years now since the Inca were conquered by the Spanish (in 1532). But their amazing rock-hewn cities, mummies (and the treasures buried...

August 08, 2019 Best Places to visit in Peru that aren’t Machu Picchu

Read time – 2 minutes Home to some of the most spectacular topography in the world, Peru adventure holidays promise to inspire even the most seasoned travellers. This is a beguiling land where ancient sites, colonial culture and modern traditions rub shoulders in an unimaginable fashion. Although Machu Picchu is one of the country’s most...

August 08, 2019 The Best Times to Visit Peru

Read time – 3 minutes With the world’s largest rainforest and mystifying ancient Inca ruins in its borders, Peru’s contrasting landscapes are bound to enchant you. Most visit Peru to follow in the footsteps of ancient Incas towards Machu Picchu, but Peru also offers ample opportunities to delve into its rich history through its colourful...

August 05, 2019 Adventure Holidays with British Airways

Read time – 4 minutes There’s nothing quite like that feeling of booking a new adventure, but a key part of planning a holiday is also choosing how you travel to your destination. At Exodus, we offer extraordinary adventures across the globe – from safari holidays in Africa to Italy’s Amalfi Coast. We understand it’s...

Beautiful old harbor with wooden fishing boat in Cefalu, Sicily, Italy.

July 30, 2019 Exodus Collective Members Experience

Read time – 3 minutes Tales from the Exodus Collective We’re inviting Exodus Collective members to share their experience exploring the world with Exodus. From life-changing journeys to unforgettable encounters, we want to hear your immersive stories. To share your adventures, get in touch and send us an email. Our contact details can be found...

July 19, 2019 Top Translation Tools for Travelers: Google Translate, Siri & More

Picture this: sat on the patio of a trattoria looking out over a vineyard, the first day of your perfect Italian adventure, you open the menu… and remember that the only Italian you know you learned from Roman Holiday. The server bustles over to take your order, and the only word that you recognize coming...

July 05, 2019 Views from the Path: The Best Hiking Trails in Europe

Sometimes travel is about sticking to the main roads, but bold explorers know the excitement that comes from hiking off the beaten path and discovering that breath-taking lookout, experiencing the landscape on your own two feet, and rambling through unspoiled rural beauty. From trekking the ‘Path of the Gods’ to following one of the world’s...

July 02, 2019 Hitting the High Notes: A Pianist with Altitude

Read time – 5 minutes On July 12th 2019, on the Taglang La pass in the Himalaya, a piano was heard at the highest altitude on record, in an ambitious and awe-inspiring performance to raise funds for local communities. In the thin air with low temperatures, it was sure to be a challenge for a...

June 20, 2019 Around the World in Music

Read time – 5 minutes Join us on a hip-wiggling, musical journey as we explore the sounds and rhythms from across the globe from North to South and East to West. Discover a wealth of musical styles that are at the beating heart of cultural and exotic locations. Music has been an integral part of...