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Reviewed January 2013
A WEEK IN JORDAN
This was a well balanced holiday, with sufficient time to relax amidst enjoying almost all of the major sites of Jordan. I would describe Jordan as a welcoming and friendly country, with a fantastic climate and wealth of fascinating history: social, political and archaeological.
Most Inspirational Moment
I think that seeing Petra unfold before me at dawn, before the throng of tourists arrived, was probably the most breathtaking moment, but experiencing some of the Holy Lands was similarly inspiring for me, and Wadi Rum was an experience not to be missed.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was full of energy and worked hard to ensure we had a thoroughly enjoyable trip.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Go to Petra early in the morning on one of the days you stay there, and steer clear of the salad bar. If you can fit it into your schedule, take an excursion to the baptism site on the River Jordan.
Reviewed January 2013
CHOPSTICKS & COCONUTS - FAMILY HOLIDAY
A great introduction to a wonderful country, the Vietnamese people are a delight, the food is great and the scenery varied and beautiful from the full-on buzz of Hanoi and Saigon to the peace and tranquility of Halong Bay and the Mekong Delta
Most Inspirational Moment
Cruising amongst the Karst peaks in Halong Bay was amazing but the revelation for me was the Vietnamese people, so friendly and with an extrordinary capacity for forgiveness towards their former enemies.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Zung was great, so enthusiastic, always smiling with a great sense of humour and particularly good with the teenagers.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The food is great so don't worry about taking fussy children, you are bound to find something they will like. The War museum in Ho Chi Minh city contains some deeply shocking photos and accounts of atrocities - I would say it is essential that adults visit but it is tough and not suitable for younger children
Reviewed January 2013
FINNISH WINTER ACTIVITIES
This was simply one of the most magical and memorable holidays I have been on! Every element from the guides/leaders, the lessons, the food, the scenery, accommodation and the activities was superb – I could fault nothing and hope to return in the future. I really didn’t want to come home!
Most Inspirational Moment
Basecamp Oulanka was so beautiful and as such, this provided a setting which made each of the activities inspirational. The snowshoeing allowed us to reach so many unspoilt parts, the cross country skiing was exhilarating and the husky sledding in the park was simply incredible! The area is so peaceful, the air is probably the cleanest I have breathed and the food was glorious so that I felt refreshed, relaxed and revived when I returned and many colleagues commented on how well I appeared. This felt like a week of playtime and I haven't thrown myself around in the snow so much since I was a child.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Henry and Hanna were incredible. They were generous with their time, their patience knew no bounds, their knowledge of their environment and the skills they taught were admirable and their sense of humour and kindnesses made the holiday particularly special. I could not thank them enough for what they did for us.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just go. Book it now if you can, I promise you will not be disappointed.
Reviewed January 2013
ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY
Amazing amazing Annapurna, this was a wonderful experience. The scenery is truly breathtaking every step of the way. I went alone, but the group was a great mix of young and old, individuals and couples, and I met some fantastic people. A perfect escape for Christmas and New Year, when the trails are nice and quiet.
Most Inspirational Moment
The panoramic views at Poon Hill were pretty spectacular, but the arrival into Annapurna Sanctury was pretty inspirational, surrounded by giant snowcapped mountains.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The tour leader was knowledable about the region, and provided detailed briefings each evening about the following day which was useful since the group split out throughout the day (according to the different hiking speeds). There were occasions when a couple of us in the group would have probably moved a bit faster than the guides would let us, but we managed to get into a routine that worked well for all.
Advice for Potential Travellers
This is a great tour, and good for a moderate/challenging hiking experience at altitude. Some of the days are pretty long with some pretty big altitude gains, and a LOT of steps (check the ups and downs each day). You need to be in reasonable shape to enjoy this.
Reviewed January 2013
WALKING THE AMALFI COAST
The scenery was breath-taking and the weather was warm and comfortable even in Dec. Really enjoyed the low key festive atmposphere and the food was excellent in 2 Torri.
Most Inspirational Moment
The walk from Bomerano to Amalfi and to Positano, both had beautiful scenery . Loved visiting Pompeii, Mt. Vesuvio and Herculeum - nice break from the walking and very interesting.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader was knowledgeable and approachable however, he was not familiar with everything that was happening at this time of year.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring lots of layers and not very heavy clothes as it can get quite warm.
Reviewed January 2013
ESSENTIAL PERU
Peru was more varied than expected. Exhausting but enjoyable. Cusc
Most Inspirational Moment
The whole trip was an assault on us. But it was very interesting especially its complex history.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Carlos was fantastic, As tour leader,Always thinking about the safety and wellbeing of the group.Proud of his heritage.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for long journeys, keep hydrated at high altitudes (take water with you at all times),Use hand gel before handling food and drink,Arrive a day early to adjust properly and the start was very early.
Reviewed January 2013
WALKING IN NORTH CYPRUS
A good mixture of trail walking and city exploration/sightseeing. The Cypriot food was excellent and copious. Top marks for the packed lunches on the day trips, made by the guide’s brother’s local bakery. The weather was fantastic on this trip which made a nice change from cold dreary England at this time of year.
Most Inspirational Moment
The relaxed pace of life they have over there, and the happy mix of old and modern in their towns and cities, relatively untouched by the infiltration of global corporations.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He seemed to organise things well and was clearly passionate about his country and culture.
Advice for Potential Travellers
1) Plan on going on a diet when you get back. 2) If you want long walks every day, this trip probably isn't for you. 3) Some of the descents on the hills are quite steep so if you have dodgy knees you might want to bring sticks.4) Be aware the hotel is set up on a hill above Kyrenia and it's not easy to get into the town on your own, if you had such a desire. 5) They don't give you free food on the plane so have a big breakfast or bring your own lunch.
Reviewed January 2013
ESSENTIAL PERU
First time Exodus trip. For someone who has traveled solo for over a decade, it was a wonderful and different experience. Great leader (Carlos), diverse and interesting group and a lovely country.
Most Inspirational Moment
Serene valleys and alto planos; spotting condors in flight; and being able to sleep in at least one morning.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The most caring mother one could hope for. Congenial, kind, informative and a real genuine individual.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you have avoided group excursions in the past, try one-it is a convenient hassle free means of going to many different places with the added benefit of wonderful companions.
Reviewed January 2013
MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA
What a great way to get away from the Christmas craziness, remain occupied, and learn a lot about the history of Evia and Greek culture. Evia is gorgeous and our hikes were the perfect amount of challenge. Thanos knows so much history and is happy to share it. My advice would be to just go with the flow, trust that he knows what he is doing and not press too hard for information about what's next. It is nice that we frequented independent businesses and had nice breaks between the hikes and dinner.
Most Inspirational Moment
Hiking! It felt great!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Very smart and capable. He has a lot of pride for his country and is a little sensitive if he thinks someone is criticizing it. Thanos is a good man, a reliable leader and he knows his way around the island.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Trust your leader and kick back and enjoy the trip.
Reviewed January 2013
CUBAN HIGHLIGHTS RIDE
Cuba – a trip to remember forever! It proved to be so much more than I had originally imagined – great people to meet, amazing scenery, steeped in history and with all year fantastic weather; what more do you need from a holiday? Cycling around the island added something so more real that you would never have received the same experience had you opted for a standard tourist coach trip. There was so much to see, so much to learn from Cuba’s revolutionary history and so much friendliness from the people themselves in welcoming us to their country.
Most Inspirational Moment
Visiting Che Guevara’s mausoleum, and hearing his story and those of his fellow revolutionaries. They committed their lives in aiding to free the Cubans from their past and into a future controlled by themselves.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Yazel was amazing as a guide. He was always there to help, happy to offer his advice, and informed us well of the Cuban way of life (past and present). He was willing to go out of his way to help with anything we needed or places we wanted to visit that were not on the itinerary. And he had a great sense of humour - definitely added to the holiday experience. It is also worth mentioning our driver Jose who was awesome in being the support man preparing our bikes each day, handing out the bottled water whenever we needed it, and offering us his view on life with added humour (all in Spanish!). They were a great team.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Definitely go on this trip. Seeing Cuba through the eyes of a cyclist is worth every single moment. You get a totally different experience from it and it’s worth so much more. The cycling is not that difficult and anyone who has a reasonable level of fitness will find it well within their reach.
