Top Travel Destinations for 2017

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As another year flies past, it’s time for us to ask ourselves one simple question: where next? Well, we have a few ideas. Join us as we explore some of the most exciting and adventurous places to travel in 2017.

Travel Ideas

Canada

Yoho National Park, Canada 

2017 is a big year for Canada! The country celebrates 150 years of its confederation, with events planned throughout the year; it’s sure to be a good time.

Canada is at the top of everyone’s travel lists, so there’s no better time to discover the rugged beauty of this northern land and its amazing wildlife.

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Peru

Choquequirao

 The home of the ancient Inca Empire, Peru is an essential destination, and 2017 is the ideal time to travel here.

In addition to the classic treks to Machu Picchu, the city ruins resplendent atop their jungle-draped mountain perch, adventures to Choquequirao are just emerging as an off-the-beaten-path alternative!

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Australia

Turtle swimming underwater

2017 marks the first year we’re able to take you to the sun-soaked islands and jaw-dropping reefs of Australia. There’s so much to experience, with a staggering diversity of environments ranging from glittering white sand beaches to deep, steamy rainforests, to the harsh world of the outback.

Bhutan

Dancer - Bhutan Festival 

Why Bhutan? Think festivals. This tiny mountain kingdom is a land of great beauty, but it is most intriguing for the many celebrations that explode into life throughout the year, complete with dancing, music, elaborate costumes and rituals.

Paro in March and Thimpu in October are well-worth planning a trip around!

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Madagascar

Lemur, Madagascar 

This year, David Attenborough’s Planet Earth II showcased the bizarre, unique majesty of the island of Madagascar and its wonderful wildlife. This is a land of lemurs and birds found nowhere else, stunning in their beauty. If this wasn’t inspiration enough, there’s a new way to discover the island with our Cycle Madagascar adventure!

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Serbia

Uvac Canyon, Zlatar 

A total newcomer to the Exodus map, Serbiais a quintessential Balkan treasure. A crossroads between East and West, Serbia has developed a rich and storied culture.

Architectural styles, cuisine, wine and local traditions all reflect this fascinating duality, making this a new and fascinating country to immerse yourself in. 

Uzbekistan

Registan Square, Uzbekistan 

For anyone wanted to head off the beaten path, Uzbekistan is calling. Travel in time, from the ancient empires of Alexander the Great and Genghis Khan, along the mercantile Silk Road, through the ravages of the Soviet Union to the modern day.

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Iceland

Strokkur, Iceland 

Iceland has danced directly into the limelight in recent years and there’s no sign of its light dimming any time soon. Whether you’re on a wintry pilgrimage to see the dazzling Northern Lights or a summertime jaunt in a land of volcanoes, geysers and waterfalls, this is a playground for the nature lover.

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