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It was just awesome. The best way to really appreciate Cuban culture. We had the best guide, knowledgeable, resourceful, skilled and experienced not to forget funny.
seeing how ressourceful the Cuban can be. They do what they can with what they have and they are happy. Such a rich culture in such a poor country. Very inspirational.
Lazaro was just the best! Never have I had a guide who could be a mechanic, dance, teach and bike like a pro. He is definetly a gem.
keep an open mind
Excellent trip walking in the mountains and meadows of the Rodopi mountains. Lovely family run hotel with exellent food – very welcoming.
We had a very peaceful and relaxing time in Yagodina and the walks were lovely – especially the time spent in the beautiful wildflower meadows.
Walking through the fantastic wild flower meadows with no one else around.
Excellent. Nelli is a superb leader in all respects. Very kind and caring of her group at all times. She made our stay something special to remember. Many thanks.
Just enjoy the scenery and the relaxed atmosphere.
Great week of cycling. Our guide was excellent – his knowledge of the area was extensive and it was interesting to hear the history of sites we were visiting. The scenery was unbelievable.
Climbing endless hills and being rewarded with outstanding views at the top!
Paolo was absolutely wonderful. He has the patience of a saint! He was great at keeping his group together, stopping at just the right times, explaining the historical sites we visited ... he was fantastic! Rafael, our bike mechanic/van driver, was equally wonderful. The few problems we had with the bikes were rectified in minutes and it was always comforting knowing he was behind us. They are both very personable and we enjoyed their company.
I will say that it was hillier than I expected. If you think you've done enough hill training ... do some more.
Lovely relaxing holiday, loved the hotel and the walking was varied.
Just walking with great views everywhere.
Christine was an excellent leader. Friendly and humorous.
Couple of steep bits - but all very doable!
The area, walks, weather and ambiance were great. I felt the hotel food and wine was below par – overcooked vegetables (grown by the family), not hot enough and a tired, dated menu. Not Italian food as you know it; although some of the dishes were great (eg the fish), most of it was a bit institutional.
Walking into Vesuvius - it was terribly windy, misty and quite chilly. But the special guide was a great enthusiast and it was great fun. Pompeii was huge and brilliant too. And swimming in the sea.
He did the basics - he was pleasant, with excellent English and a warm, generous manner. We set off on time and he looked after the slower walkers very well. However from my experience on other tours the leader often provides interesting information on history, geology, natural history or whatever. Severio didn't seem have much to share.
You don't need walking boots. Bring a swim suit. The Walk of the Gods and Pompeii was very busy and rather congested - as you might expect. Many of the walks are actually up and down steps - its like being on a step machine but uneven. Your calves might ache a bit. Avoid the wine on the table. The bottles are not much more expensive and hugely better quality.
We were certainly not undersold by this adventure, it allowed us to enjoy the desert scenery along the highways travelled, eating watermelon while watching the sun set in the Wadi Rum, explore historic and archaeological treasures until we were on historic overload, it allowed us to meet absolutely wonderful travel companions and eat absolutely wonderful local dishes.
Accommodations were comfortable to very comfortable. Breakfasts were adequate, with most of our meals being excellent. Our transport was very comfortable and the local driver was excellent.
My most inspirational moment came when I reached the Treasury for the night program ... as I sat listening to the music being performed, saw the shadow of the Treasury in the candle light and then looked up seeing the Big Dipper star constellation ... I had to pinch myself ... as I couldn't believe I was actually there ... Then again the next day when I saw the Treasury in the sunlight being able to see all the detail ... it was unbelievable.
Our group leader in Jordan was Khaled. He was absolutely enjoyable, excellent in the history for each of the sites and being able to answer all questions that were asked, he was always keeping us entertained on our long drives, occasionally had a sweet treat for us to try and he always, always had a smile on his face which allowed us to enjoy all parts of the adventure.
Be prepared for stairs at the sites, be prepared for the heat along with the water provided by our leader I had taken my own water bottle and I had used a wet pack that went around my neck and helped me keep cool, and do not over pack - as a hand wash was dry by the next day.
This was a great guided tour! Our days were very well planned and organized. The support vehicle was always there if we needed it. The group of 9 was just the right size. People were punctual and all about the same in athleticism, so not much waiting was required.
Making it to the top of the 10 km hill! Also the day trip cycling through Mljet National Park. This was so incredibly beautiful and was an easy ride, after two difficult days of cycling. Lots of relaxing time and just enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Our group leader, Alan, was exceptional! He was friendly, helpful, encouraging, and very direct in his instructions. He gave a brief amount of history but not too much, was very accomodating with requests, and was an all-round gentleman.
This is rated as "3" or "Moderate". I think it could easily be more difficult than that, but the bikes were in very good condition, and made the hills bearable.
If you like small ships, great food and spending time in and on the water than this is a great trip. Keep in mind that this is a snorkeling trip with a lot of leisure time built in. Be prepared to sit back, read and chat with your fellow travelers.
There is no doubt that swimming with a variety of sea life in warm waters is why one comes to the Maldives. Throw in some great sunrises and sunsets, remote and not so remote islands and a few storms and you have a nice variety. These islands are unique in of themselves and alone worth the trip.
A good group leader is someone who knows what they are doing, leads and makes sure everyone is enjoying themselves. My fellow travelers summed it up well--Kamey is a genuinely nice person who likes to have fun and wants others to have fun as well.
Our departure was the inaugural Marine Wildlife of the Maldives excursion. We were fortunate to have an Exodus representative on the trip and the updated trip notes will cover some of my points. To be clear, the focus of this trip is snorkeling and not diving. There was only one day, Thursday, that diving was a true option. I arrived on the island early and did my diving with the local operator for our trip, Secret Paradise. I had some excellent dives and saw some great sea life. Gear--while the gear on the MV Felicity was very good it is always best to bring your own mask and snorkel to insure no surprises. I brought a shorty but didn't need it. There is no need to bring any towels. What you do need is plenty of good waterproof sunscreen--suggest SP 50. A rash vest with a good SP factor is also a must. For those of you with thin hair on top you should bring a swimming hat. The underside of your arms, tops of your feet and the back of your legs should be given special attention. The MV Felicity has teak decks which means no shoes can be worn while on board. Some boats allow for non slip socks which you might inquire about. I also brought my own bar of soap and liquid laundry soap. Reading material is a must for this trip. There is plenty of leisure time on board. I brought binoculars but never used them. Our captain was kind enough to turn on his Wifi for a few of hours in the evening on a couple of nights. Beer cost 3 dollars US and I believe a bottle of wine went for 22 US. You record how much you drank and settle up at the end.
Excellent holiday, despite the weather!
Reaching the summit of Monte Prado.
They don't come much better than Sara Bull. Nothing was too much trouble and she was very well-organised and knowledgeable. I have been on a lot of Exodus holidays and she was certainly in the Hall of Fame.
Just enjoy a lovely holiday in a lovely part of the world.
I went on the trip from the Exodus office to ensure the first departure ran smoothly and to make suggestions for future departures. There will be a few minor changes for future trips, but overall, I felt it was a good introduction to Sicily combined with great opportunities to sample the local cuisine. The balance between historical sights and food tasting was perfect, with a decent amount of free time to relax so you didn't feel rushed.
There were lots, but real highlights for me were: eating fresh seafood overlooking the harbour in Sciacca, an incredible meal in a restaurant under the church in Ragusa, amazing food tasting in the boutique hotel at Piazza Armerina after seeing the Roman mosaics, wandering through the market in Siracusa checking out all the fresh produce, and plenty of cheap but excellent local wine!
Fabio is a nice guy and obviously loves his island, although he did sometimes lack the authority needed in a tour leader, perhaps because this was the first time the trip had run and he was not so familiar with the itinerary. His knowledge of Sicily was excellent, especially the geology and geography.
If you go on this trip, be prepared to eat lots! There was so much good food on offer that you'd never go hungry, and you'll never eat the same thing twice. Try as many of the local specialities as possible, and make sure you have plenty of space on your memory card because there's so much to take pictures of, whether it's the beautiful old towns, the market stalls or the dishes that arrive in front of you at the restaurants.Also, try to relax and adjust to the Sicilian way of life - service in restaurants can be slow and seemingly disorganised, especially in the west of the island which receives less visitors, and drinks are usually served at the same time as the food, not before the meal.