March 15, 2022. Seattle, Washington: Life is busy! Exodus Travels understands that. That’s why the National Geographic award-winning adventure and small group tour company has launched the Exodus Edits collection. They’re inviting travelers in their 30s and 40s to trade their endless meetings for Moroccan markets, swap “you’re on mute” for travel pursuits, and take a break from working at home to freely roam the destinations that have been pulling at their hearts.
Quality will always be more meaningful than quantity. This series of 19 immersive, bite-sized adventures are designed to maximize free time, give busy working professionals the opportunity to replace tedium with exhilaration, and explore paths less traveled with like-minded people and new lifelong friends.
Whether it’s visiting a secret temple for a blessing ceremony performed by a priest in Bali, taking a dawn yoga class with the Taj Mahal as your backdrop in India, spending a night under the stars in a geodesic dome pod in Wadi Rum Jordan, or visiting a 3000-strong penguin colony and treating your tastebuds with cabernet and capers in South Africa, Exodus Edits makes travel dreams come true while working around the realities of families, finances, careers, and vacation days.
To celebrate the launch of Exodus Edits, one lucky person will win a spot on a Digital Detox Holiday in Portugal. Aspiring travelers can enter the contest now for the chance to win a spot on this five-day trip where they’ll replace their cell phone with the unknown. Instead of working and wi-fi, their days will be filled with spa appointments, stand-up paddle boarding, surfing, and glowing beachside sunsets. This itinerary provides the perfect balance of excitement and rejuvenation.
Besides being the best way to spend what we all know are not enough vacation days, $20 from each booked Exodus Edits trip will go to The Inspiration Project. Over the last five years, The Inspiration Project has helped children—over 6000 of them in more than 30 countries—go on Exodus Travels adventures to explore the greatest wonders of the world that exist in their own backyards. And, as it is with every Exodus Travels trip, for every guest that books a trip,100 square meters will be committed to rewilding efforts—preserving the unimaginable abundance of flora and fauna that make up all the amazing places and spaces you’ve been, and the ones you can’t wait to visit.
For travelers who are ready to trade their apps for a beach side Aperol (or 2), replace delivery with the truly delectable, and swap supermarkets for sailing yachts, here are just a few of the compact, lovingly designed itineraries built to maximize adventure and minimize the stress of everyday life:
Sports and Sundowners in Turkey – 8 Days
Spend eight days exploring the mystical, magical scenery of Turkey on this bucket list adventure. Sail along the calm bays and secret coves surrounding the Greek and Turkish islands, take a Jeep to Kaputas Beach, go abseiling, canyoning, sailing, scuba diving, paragliding, cycling and after opt to recharge/spa out at a hammam. This brief itinerary packs in all the awe-inspiring vistas of Turkey.
Pho, Fun, and Sun in Vietnam – 10 Days
Embark on a truly life-changing ten-day journey through Vietnam. Be inspired by the unique crafts and deep history of the country while you’re invigorated by authentic, delicious Vietnamese food. Go from yoga and tai chi to kayaking and cycling. From the bustling city, where you can shop till you drop or sample street food till you pop, to the breezy countryside, this trip will show you the very best of Vietnam.
Street Food & Sunshine in Sicily – 6 Days
Go from a busy metropolis to a volcanic landscape; enjoy the celebrated street food of Palermo; and stand in awe of Mount Etna—this trip will satisfy your cravings for authentic Italian food and breathtaking vistas. In addition to taking in the beautiful food and stunning scenery, travelers will learn about Sicily’s dark Mafia history and explore Taormina’s historic center while tasting classic Italian wines. This six-day excursion is the perfect way to experience the beauty, pleasure, and history of Italy in less than a week.
Rainforests & Restful Retreats in Costa Rica – 8 Days
Costa Rica truly has it all. Nowhere else in Central America can travelers take in this amount of biodiversity, dazzling beaches, glowing rainforests, and wild jungle. Tube down the bright blue Rio Celeste, swing and rappel through the trees of the rainforest on zip lines, take a surfing or SUP lesson, and trek through the Tenorio Volcano National Park. Your days of adventure will be balanced out by taking some time to truly unwind, soak in mineral-rich natural healing thermal baths, apply volcanic mud masques, and enjoy deserted beach BBQs. This eight-day itinerary is filled with the type of adventure, rejuvenation, and beauty singular to Costa Rica.
Incas & Intrigue in Peru - 9 Days
Peru is emblematic of exploration. This action-packed itinerary takes travelers beyond the well-trod Peru. Dive deep into the food and drink of the region, visit the awe-inspiring Rainbow Mountain, and see the exquisite Salineras de Maras salt flats. Walking through cloud forests, trying frog soup, and taking in the majestic Machu Picchu—could you imagine a better way to use your vacation days?
Details on all 19 Exodus Edits itineraries can be found here.
