Desert Adventures: One Lake, Six Friends, Endless Activities
In the 1960s, the 700-foot-high Glen Canyon Dam, an artificial marvel, transformed a vast stretch of sandstone canyons into a desert oasis, creating one of America’s most unique playgrounds for adventure: Lake Powell. With nearly 2,000 miles of winding shoreline – more than the entire West Coast of the US – with towering buttes above, twisting waterways, and hidden grottos, the lake is ideally explored by the water. And for one group of six friends, they did just that, and this dramatic landscape was theirs to enjoy for a long weekend. [...]
Off-Grid Group Luxe: A Journey Through Great Wilderness
America’s national parks are where time slows, and the landscape speaks louder than any noise. These protected destinations, full of canyons, rivers, and mountain passes, are more than just awe-inspiring scenery; they are sacred places that leave a long-lasting impression. Our EXP Guides—awarded for being national park specialists by multiple leading voices in travel—don’t just lead you through them but connect you with the roots of the lands in a deeper, more meaningful way. Recently, a group of four couples had the opportunity to enjoy a week-long adventure across the American Southwest. This wasn’t just your average road trip [...]
Into the Wild: The Ultimate Alaskan Family Adventure
Imagine waking up to the sounds of glaciers calving into icy waters, cascading waterfalls, and the calls of wildlife each morning. In Alaska, you get just this – untamed wilderness where adventure unfolds by sea, land, and air. When a family with teenagers came to EXP Journeys unsure of how to explore the Last Frontier, we knew just the answer: a 16-day journey that perfectly combined rugged exploration with luxurious comfort, all wrapped up into a once-in-a-lifetime vacation. Front-Row Seats to Nature Aboard a Private Yacht The adventure began in Alaska’s capital, Juneau, [...]
Desert Dreams: A Birthday in the Wild
Few places in the world defy description; hidden deep within the untouched wilderness of southern Utah, Amangiri is one of them. The luxury resort tucked deep in red rock country isn’t just an excellent destination for hosting celebrations; it is an extraordinary experience full of adventure and connection that truly transforms them. For one family, this secluded destination became the setting for a 50th birthday party and a gathering that brought together generations. Grandparents, parents, children, and lifelong friends were all welcomed by EXP Guides into the beauty of the American Southwest, ready to mark the special occasion. [...]
A Rocky Mountain Dream
The Canadian Rockies are an untouched wilderness stretching endlessly, full of opportunities across diverse landscapes, like nowhere else on Earth, and one family’s base for an extraordinary trip. When a grandmother came to EXP with a lifelong dream of exploring the region, we knew this wouldn’t just be any vacation but an exciting journey spanning generations. The Rockies offered a landscape that promised something for everyone, from the most energetic grandchild upwards. From soaring 12,000-foot high peaks to the deep turquoise glacial waters, the seven-day itinerary was packed full of experiences. [...]
70th Birthday Celebration on the Colorado
Milestone birthdays are some of our favorite occasions for taking multiple generations of a family exploring. To celebrate the patriarch of this particular family turning 70, EXP crafted the perfect blend of luxury and adventure – rafting to a private, exclusive camp set up along the banks of the Colorado River in one of the most remote locations in the region. The family members arrived into Moab, Utah and were escorted to a private lunch site to be briefed on the upcoming adventure. Spring in the Southwest had sprung, and the [...]
In the 1960s, the 700-foot-high Glen Canyon Dam, an artificial marvel, transformed a vast stretch of [...]
America’s national parks are where time slows, and the landscape speaks louder than any noise. These [...]
Imagine waking up to the sounds of glaciers calving into icy waters, cascading waterfalls, and the [...]
Few places in the world defy description; hidden deep within the untouched wilderness of southern Utah, [...]
The Canadian Rockies are an untouched wilderness stretching endlessly, full of opportunities across diverse landscapes, like [...]
Milestone birthdays are some of our favorite occasions for taking multiple generations of a family exploring. [...]
