August 2022

Spring 2022

Take a deep dive into the labyrinthine alleyways of Morocco’s famous Fez medina—which overwhelms even the most experienced travelers in the best possible way. We also visit two family estates in the Konavle Valley, where O.A.T. travelers experience A Day in the Life of rural Croatia. And 16-time traveler Elena Cunningham from Palm Coast, FL, tells us how a safari in Africa reinvigorated her life when she needed it most.

June 2022

Spring 2022

For world travelers, ancient Egypt never gets old—as staff writer John Bregoli discovered on his own adventure down the Nile. We also explore the blend of Italian, German, and Austrian cultures in northern Italy’s Dolomites region. And head south of “the boot” to Sicily, where 17-time traveler Jann Segal felt like she went back in time.

Spring 2022

Spring 2022

In this edition featuring our Small Ship Adventures, Colette McCann, O.A.T.’s Executive Vice President of Western Europe & the Baltics, shares an update on our NEW Expedition Cruises—which ply the remote Arctic waters of Iceland, Greenland, and Norway aboard the carbon-neutral M/V Ocean Diamond. Discover Iceland at its purest in the stunning Eastfjords. And join Karen Donelson, 7-time traveler from Spring, TX, in Spain and Portugal for a happy reunion with the M/V Clio.

Winter 2022

Winter 2022

Hear from Simona Salvatori, O.A.T.’s Senior Vice President of Italy, about the Controversial Topic of clerical abuse in the Catholic Church—and read a Washington Post article about how O.A.T. stands out against typical tourism in Italy. Live “the rich life” with Trip Experience Leader Damir Horvat in Karanac, Croatia, a village that hosts our travelers for A Day in the Life. And experience a roommate “match made in heaven” in Egypt with Bonnie Hartley, 5-time traveler from Sandwich, MA.

Winter 2020

(Vol. 13, no. 1)

Winter 2020

Join traveler Donna Billings as she chronicles her unforgettable adventure across Tanzania and reflects on her many meaningful interactions with the local people there. Follow along with Dispatches Editor-in-Chief Laura Chavanne as she recalls her journey among the astonishing heights of Machu Picchu and Pisac and learns of the Incans’ deep connection with the Earth, sun, and stars. And voyage on the Suez Canal and Nile River with travelers Gerald and Jean Hasser as they bear witness to Egypt’s greatest marvels.

Fall 2019

(Vol. 12, no. 4)

Fall 2019

Follow O.A.T. writer Ashleigh Cali-Osgood to Northern Italy and savor the region’s local specialties, discovering how food and drink paved the way for an adventure she’ll never forget. Take a trip “down-under” with 3-time traveler Howard Jennings in a photo-driven story that captures the beaches of Bondi, the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rain Forest, and much more. And O.A.T. writer David Valdes chronicles the life of Croatian-born sculptor, Ivan Meštrović, in a fascinating story of cultural identity.

Summer 2019

(Vol. 12, no. 3)

Summer 2019

Get some expert tips from 9-time traveler and photographer Floyd Schleyhahn, who shares his favorite shots from O.A.T.’s Crossroads of the Adriatic adventure. Follow 14-time traveler Judy Maben through The Stans of Central Asia, from the “creepy fascinating” city of Ashgabat, Turkmenistan to stunning Registan Square in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. And hear personal insights from staff writer Lindsay Slattery, who recently traveled on our Allure of the Adriatic Small Ship Adventure.

Spring 2019

(Vol. 12, no. 2)

Spring 2019

Follow O.A.T. writer Paige Solomon to Thailand and Cambodia where you’ll embark on a solo adventure to Angkor Wat and meet the “tarantula woman.” Join 14-time traveler Stephen Cutright on a journey back in time in the captivating story of his father’s time as a topographer on Machu Picchu. And change plans with 7-time traveler Pamela Keene on the adventure she always dreamed of to Egypt, Israel, and Jordan.

Winter 2019

(Vol. 12, no. 1)

Hear from Editor-in-Chief Laura Chavanne as she recounts the early days of her recent adventure in Nepal, including a flightseeing excursion in the Himalayas and trekking in the Annapurna foothills. Set off for the Baltics with 14-time traveler, Judy Maben, and uncover the region’s tumultuous history. And join 14-time traveler and photographer Kyle Adler as he shares his recent journey along the Panama Canal—all through the lens of his beloved camera. 

Fall 2018

(Vol. 11, no. 3)

Experience Morocco with O.A.T. writer Zack Gross during the observation of Ramadan and discover the range of religious devotion he witnessed on his adventure. Follow along on 16-time traveler Diana White’s solo journey through Patagonia and take in the otherworldly-like landscapes that she explored. And find out if a serious fear of heights, a weak ankle, and the threat of altitude sickness will prevent O.A.T. writer Megan Mullin from exploring the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu.

Summer 2018

(Vol. 11, no. 2)

Writer David Valdes Greenwood explores the surprisingly far-reaching Arab influence on Sicily, from citrus groves to the cannoli. Twelve-time traveler Steve Cutright braves the Himalayan altitude to trek to Bhutan’s Tiger’s Nest Monastery—and finds it well worth the effort. And staff writer Sarah West, whose copy helped bring our new Suez Canal Crossing Small Ship Adventure to life, finally experienced the trip in person—and returned with a deep sense of gratitude.

Spring 2018

(Vol. 11, no. 1)

O.A.T. writer David Valdes Greenwood embarks on an Icelandic adventure with his daughter, whose two must-see sites included a geyser and wild horses. O.A.T. Copy Director Meghan Colloton heard ill-fated tales of travelers before her who couldn’t set foot on Cape Horn due to uncooperative weather—find out if she got to step ashore. And writer Pamela Schweppe sails you to Antarctica to discover 60 years of scientific research that have taken place on the icy continent.

Winter 2018

(Vol. 10, no. 4)

Editor-in-Chief Laura Chavanne brings you to India on a solo adventure, after which she discovers a sense of gratitude for the ways India has fused itself into her life. Writer Andrea Calabretta lets you discover the magnificent sights and smells of Morocco. And 2-time traveler and freelance writer Jackie Sheckler Finch sets sail on the Dalmatian Coast and Greece, transporting you right into her adventure.

Fall 2017

(Vol. 10, no. 3)

11-time traveler Judy M. guides you through all of the “beautifully strange” elements of Japan that she encountered during her travels. Travel photographer and 10-time traveler Kyle A. vividly illustrates his Patagonian adventure with stunning photographs and memories from his trip. And writer Al Gentile takes you to the Outer Hebrides, the set of islands off the west coast of Scotland.