Travel Expert - Kristen Whitla
Introducing Kristen
Trading Ireland’s drizzle for dry heat, Kristen spent years working as a writer and English teacher in Seville, Budapest and Hong Kong. She once stood for 48 hours on a train across China to see Harbin’s Ice and Snow Festival – and discovered that the stories about the people in the dining carts far outlasted the ones about the sculptures. With Exodus, she’s visited Machu Picchu in Peru, climbed Sigiriya Rock in Sri Lanka, trekked along the Camino de Santiago, and found the best roadside chai while travelling through India’s Golden Triangle. She’s happiest when sharing stories, from her own travels, from our customers, and from our experts who bring destinations to life.
Discover why travelling in small groups with Exodus means richer experiences, authentic connections, and unforgettable moments – all with the best local guides and none of the hassle… On a small-group adventure with Exodus, you don’t just skim the surface of a destination, you delve deeper. Guided by local experts, you’ll stay in places full...
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New to the small-group travel experience? Here’s exactly what to expect, from choosing a trip and packing right to meeting your group and making memories that last...
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Finland doesn’t do half measures. In winter, it delivers the full Arctic package: husky sledding, reindeer farms, and serene snow-dusted forests. Come summer, snowmelt gives way to inviting forest trails, cycling paths, buzzing cities and long days stretching towards the midnight sun. Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights from a log cabin, teaching the kids...
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As an accomplished watercolourist and seasoned traveller, Valerie Grigg Devis is no stranger to adventure. Her sketchbooks are filled with vivid landscapes from Thailand to Europe, but her recent journey to Costa Rica offered something rare: a canvas alive with colour, biodiversity and raw natural beauty. Valerie saw Costa Rica as the kind of destination...
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Craving something different from your next animal-watching adventure? Swerve the classic safari and consider one of our off-the-beaten-path wildlife experiences. Whether you’re spotting Christmas iguanas in the Galapagos or searching for snow leopards in the high Himalaya, you’ll experience nature through the eyes of our industry-leading trackers, naturalists and conservationists. But they don’t just show...
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This Earth Day, there are calls for a global shift to triple the world’s clean electricity by 2030 – and that’s a message we stand behind at Exodus —because the future of travel depends on a planet that thrives. Over 45% of our worldwide accommodations now use renewable energy, and in five destinations—Costa Rica, Finland,...
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From the vibrant gardens surrounding France’s legendary chateaux to the cherry blossom-covered temples in Kyoto, Japan, there’s no denying that flowers frame some of the world’s most spectacular sites and cities. Although seasonal and fleeting, a flower’s vibrant colours and fragrances have the power to transport us to different places around the world or spark...
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With so many wonderful places to explore, it’s reassuring to know that Italy still has a few secrets. When it comes to the best hikes in Italy, some of the most rewarding trails are the ones less travelled. These quieter paths offer a deeper insight into the country’s rich culture – and serve views so...
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There’s something about a sea view that makes everything better – even when it takes a steep ascent or a long day in the saddle to get there. From Italy’s lemon-scented cliffs to Portugal’s dune-backed boardwalks, these five coastal adventures in Europe deliver scenic coastal views the Exodus way: on foot, by bike, and always with...
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