13 Non-Trends & Tips for Traveling Responsibly in 2020 January 23, 2020 The beginning of the year brings on conversations about brand-new travel trends, trips, and destinations meant to influence our vacation aspirations. This year, Exodus Travels is challenging us all to resist what’s trending for 2020 and to focus instead on adventure for discovery and personal growth. From forging personal connections in unexpected ways and making our childhood dreams come true to unplugging without compromise and mastering the art of mindful exploration, here are 13 non-trends to help adventurers like you get the most out of your travel in 2020. Read more about 13 Non-Trends & Tips for Traveling Responsibly in 2020
Top 5 Destinations for a Me-Cation January 20, 2020 With self-care all the buzz right now, we have never been more aware of the need to breathe, unplug, and take a time-out from our busy day-to-day lives. While yoga, face masks, and digital detoxes can be a great temporary fix, sometimes what you really need is to step away. Far away. Other-side-of-the-world away. Take a next-level getaway with a me-cation: a vacation just for you, prioritizing your needs and retreating from the stresses of home. Here are our picks for the top five destinations for an idyllic me-cation. Read more about Top 5 Destinations for a Me-Cation
Our parkrun Experts Choose Their Favourite Exodus Adventures January 20, 2020 parkrun has not only become a national fitness obsession, with nearly 700 events across the U.K., but it's become a global movement that gets millions of people walking, jogging and running every Saturday morning across 21 countries. It is such a friendly, welcoming event that it attracts people to running from all walks of life. It is also a great place to build your fitness levels for some of our Exodus trips. Here, we follow two avid parkrun members of our team who have done exactly that. Read more about Our parkrun Experts Choose Their Favourite Exodus Adventures
Your Guide to Happiness January 17, 2020 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 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 lasting memories; give you a much-needed break away from the daily grind and allows you to meet new people and like-minded travellers from all across the world, so you come back feeling refreshed and rejuvenated with a new outlook on life. Read more about Your Guide to Happiness
Your Guide to a Different Kind of Parkrun January 17, 2020 Many people initially take up running to get fit and active, but soon they discover there is so much more than simply its health benefits. Running gives a real sense of freedom; an ability to explore amazing places, that are sometimes inaccessible to the masses, just by using your own two feet. Running also introduces you to a fantastic community of like-minded people, who share your experiences and celebrate your achievements. Parkrun is a great place to start. The support and friendly atmosphere there builds your running confidence. And once you have that, the options are limitless! Read more about Your Guide to a Different Kind of Parkrun
Uncover Central Asia: How travel can support cultural heritage along the Silk Road January 16, 2020 Home to the Stans, Central Asia’s conjures up images of majestic blue-domed cities to nomadic traders travelling along the iconic Old Silk Road. It is here, we follow Alex Keefe, a member of our Customer Services team, as she sets out on her own adventure to discover how we as Exodus travellers can help promote and preserve the unique cultural heritage you can find across the Silk Road. Read more about Uncover Central Asia: How travel can support cultural heritage along the Silk Road
A Two-Day Exploration of Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone January 16, 2020 Surreal. Eerie. Haunting. Three words that can be used to describe a visit to Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone. On our first ever Chernobyl and Kiev Long Weekend exploration trip, Exodus Social Media Marketing Manager, Milly Youngman, takes one step towards the surreal in the Exclusion Zone to experience the history and lingering effects of one of the world’s most devastating nuclear disasters… Read more about A Two-Day Exploration of Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone
Your Guide to... the Annapurna Circuit January 10, 2020 The Annapurna Circuit has always been renowned as one of the world’s best classic treks and is on any Himalayan advocates ‘must do’ list. Why, you ask?... ...this route starts in the tropical lowlands and ascends into the mighty Himalaya as you cross the Thorong La Pass at 5,416m. As the elevation changes so too does the scenery, hence the Annapurna Circuit is famed for offering unusually diverse scenery and culture, plus because it’s circular - every day is different! Read more about Your Guide to... the Annapurna Circuit
Your Guide to Wildlife Adventures December 31, 2019 There are few experiences as enriching as seeing animals in the wild. One glance and you'll be hooked. Imagine the thrill of watching Polar bears in their natural habitats or hearing the thundering hooves of zebras in the Great Migration. For 2020, we have collected the best wildlife adventures that bring you one step closer to some of the world's most unforgettable encounters. Read more about Your Guide to Wildlife Adventures
Your Guide to Cycling Adventures December 31, 2019 See the world on two wheels. One of the best ways to explore a country and experience some of the lesser-known sights off the beaten track, is by bike. Enjoy challenging uphill cycles, or pedal effortlessly through country lanes and stop to soak in the scenery, its up to you. No matter how you choose to cycle, this guide highlights some of the best routes on our cycling adventures as well as the most immersive cultural experiences you can enjoy along the way in 2020. Let's see how many you can tick off your list! Read more about Your Guide to Cycling Adventures