Welcome to the summer edition of our News & Views newsletter, where you can find travel experiences and tour options that we hope fuel your wanderlust.

One of the many exciting aspects of travel is the possibility of seeing native wildlife. So, for those looking to connect with nature, we’ve identified all of our tours with animal encounters – whether it be searching for the “Big Five” while on safari in Africa, birdwatching at Pont de Gau Ornithological Reserve in France, cuddling husky puppies in Alaska, spotting Ranthambore’s elusive Bengal tigers in India, or marveling at the size of the giant tortoises in the Galapagos.

Another perk of traveling is the opportunity to participate in cultural festivals around the world. From India to Europe, Odysseys includes special event departures on select small group tours that offer you the opportunity to experience local traditions and entertainment firsthand. Check out a list of special events we see on tour in this issue.

For a charming story that exemplifies how travel brings people together, you can read our Q&A with Odysseys guests Cynthia and James Hebert and Susan and Neil Ciarfalia. In 2010, the couples met on our Machu Picchu to the Galapagos tour and quickly became friends. They’ve since taken three other Odysseys tours together – and are scheduled to set out again on Norwegian Splendor in 2024.

And if you have upcoming travel plans, I encourage you to peruse our list of must-read blog posts that provide essential information and advice to help you prepare for your journey.

We hope you find this information useful – and the stories inspiring – when considering your next adventure. Happy travels!

Sincerely,

Bruce A. Epstein
President, Odysseys Unlimited

P.S. A special shoutout to our guest Susan Kayton who sent us this newsletter’s header photo (above) of her group’s cruise through Ha Long Bay while on Journey through Vietnam.

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