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Outlier Journeys

Name: Outlier Journeys
Address: Seattle, WA, 98045, US
Telephone: +12065651559
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Outlier Journeys designs private global travel that is personalized, immersive and extraordinary.

09/01/2026

Where our travelers are now:

Witnessing the migration in Tanzania and then trusting us to show them even better corners of the country, where lower visitor numbers and private concessions lead to richer wildlife encounters.

A classic pairing of London and Paris via Eurostar. First class experiences and private access all the way.

Eternally vivid and captivating Iceland…post Eclipse madness. Including our favorite peninsula just north of Reykjavik.

Where can we take you? Get in touch via the link in our bio.

08/19/2026

During Jeff’s last trip to India, he spent time in Rishikesh and attended a Ganga Aarati ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River.

Each evening at sunset, the banks of the Ganges begin to glow as people gather for the Ganga Aarati ritual, offering fire, prayers and gratitude to the Mother Ganga.

Small lamps called diyas are prepared with flowers, a cotton wick and oil or ghee before being lit and gently released into the Ganges. Each one carries something personal; thanks, remembrance, a personal hope or a prayer for a loved one. It’s a simple and beautiful intention, letting the prayer travel with the river rather than holding onto it.

Afterwards, the full Ganga Aarati begins. Priests raise heavy brass lamps towards the river as bells are rung and prayers are chanted while the flames move in rhythm along the water.

It was special to witness this active tradition - not a performance but a regular spiritual ritual, practiced daily by shared between families, pilgrims and visitors. Just one of the many upwelling cultural moments that make India such a rich and fascinating destination to explore.

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08/14/2026

How do you know when your kids are ready to move from “going on vacation” to “traveling”? Embarking on a family trip that may challenge and stretch them as much as it excites them?

We have a new guest post on our blog today. LeeAnn Stivers (Jeff’s wonderful wife) shares how watching her boys thrive on increasingly further flung trips helped her realize that they were ready for the next big step.

With their sons now 8 & 12, the whole family is headed to Kenya in November, on an incredible journey that includes Nairobi, Ole Lentille (a community-owned conservancy in Laikipia, Northern Kenya), and two remote camps in the Maasai Mara.

If you’ve seen photos of parents traveling the world with toddlers and infants joyfully in tow and thought to yourself “that just isn’t my kid”, LeeAnn’s words and her family’s gradual approach to more adventurous and immersive travel may resonate with you. Link to read is in our bio!

And part 2 - how they are helping their boys prepare and build excitement for the journey to Kenya - is coming soon!

08/11/2026

For travelers venturing to Patagonia, exploring Chile’s Torres Del Paine National Park is often the most-anticipated experience of their trip. And where you stay matters!

For vibe, service & amenities, logistics and access to certain activities and trailheads, each lodge has strong points and considerations.

Here is a brief (and by no means comprehensive) roundup of where we recommend you stay in and around Torres Del Paine. We’ve stayed at or visited these properties on multiple occasions and design private Patagonia trips for dozens of travelers every year.

📸: Estancia Cerro Guido (photos 1 & 5) Explora (photos 3), Awasi (photo 6) All other photos belong to Kirsten A. Gardner

Click through the photos for our insight on each featured lodge!

08/10/2026

Scenes from a summer in Corsica.

When it comes to planning multigenerational family trips, eliminating overly scheduled itineraries in favor of ease, relaxation and flexibility is often the best way to keep everyone happy. A well-located and fully staffed villa as a home base. Beaches, markets and historic towns within easy striking distance. A rental car or access to bikes, boats and “toys” to enable spontaneity (or as an outlet for those with a more active agenda.)

A couple of years ago when our niece was two, our family rented a villa outside of Calvi in Corsica’s northwest corner. There was a boulangerie 10 minutes by foot which we patronized daily. A handful of undeveloped beaches perfect for digging and splashing And the surrounding La Balange offered plenty of small villages scattered throughout the hills where one could observe an afternoon pétanque match or pick up some local olives and cheese.

When my husband and I grew antsy from exploring at toddler pace, we took off to Corte in Corsica’s mountainous interior and spent two days hiking and swimming in the surrounding national parks. Then reconnected with family for a final few nights in Ajaccio before flying back to Paris. It was a blissful trip.

This kind of travel doesn’t apply only to Europe - though we tend to default there when we hear the world “villa”. Private, exclusive-use options exist all over the world - from remote Kenyan camps on private concessions to restored farmhouses in Japan’s Kiso Valley to private islands in Panama. All give you what we consider to be the ultimate luxury - the ability to explore on your own schedule, allowing the days unfold effortlessly.

07/30/2026

Zambia delivers one of the most intimate wildlife experiences on the African continent - with quiet sightings, close animal encounters and wonderfully uncrowded landscapes.

But on Jeff’s most recent trip to Zambia, one of the most unexpected joys came after dark, when the team at Chiawa Safari Lodge gathered to sing. Their warmth, harmony and energy was truly on point.

However, it’s wasn’t the liquid courage of evening sundowners that made them sound so good!

“I learned that choir singing is a large part of Zambian culture. It’s been a foundational part of how they share stories, reinforce community bonds and express their spirituality for centuries. This type of performance at the lodge is not only appreciated by guests, but taps into a major thread of the local’s cultural identity and enables them to share an integral part of their lives with visitors.” - Jeff Stivers.

All photos taken by Jeff Stivers at Chiawa Safaris

07/29/2026

Towards the northern edge of Chilean Patagonia, the vivid turquoise Futaleufú River tumbles down from the snowmelt in Los Alerces National Park, drawing whitewater enthusiasts and thrill seekers from all over the world.

The river’s name comes from the indigenous Mapuche language and translates as “Big Water.” Twenty-six miles of continuous IV-V rapids ensure that the action never stops, though competent and skilled guides (plus adequate safety boats) help ensure that even novice rafters have a great time, though every passenger needs to paddle!

But this remote area of Patagonia isn’t all high stakes adventure. There are gentle stretches of water for casting a perfectly placed fly, valleys and forests for hiking among ancient, giant trees, cycling and horseback riding across alpine meadows, lazy farm-to-table dinners and plenty of dogs looking for scritches. The only thing you won’t find are the crowds.

Futaleufú isn’t the easiest place to access. You can fly to Esquel in Argentina and cross the border. Or do what I did and include it as a stop along a long roadtrip down Chile’s famous Carretera Austral. A few days in a comfy bed, sharing meals around the communal table and soaking in the riverside hot tub at cozy Pata was a top highlight from my drive through Chile two years ago.

We’d love to help you get there and discover this gorgeous hidden corner of Northern Patagonia! A favorite spot in a country with no shortage of awe-inspiring natural beauty.

07/28/2026

From her son’s favorite kioscos, to the iconic asado, the treasured practice of merienda and the debate over batata vs. membrillo, Leslie Holgate penned a culinary love letter to her former home in Argentina and the food experiences she misses the most. Her new post is on our blog (link in bio) and is a must-read for Argentina bound travelers who truly want to eat like a local and understand the cultural rituals and norms surrounding food.

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07/09/2026

Sometimes the best connection happens when there is no signal at all!

Our clients Chuck and Linda recently hosted their children and grandchildren for 10 days off-the-grid in Alaska’s wilderness. From the coastal glaciers and marine life of Kenai Fjords National Park to the vast, awe-inspiring mountains and tundra of Denali National Park, this trip was a study in Alaska’s diversity and contrasts, a far cry from crowded cruise ports. Many miles were hiked, glaciers were climbed, bears were spotted, kayaks were paddled and fun was had by all ages, from 8 to 80!

Thanks to Alaska Wildland Adventures and Camp Denali for keeping it simple and wild as intended. In a world of excess, less can be more.

06/24/2026

ETA, EES, ETIAS - what do these acronyms even mean?

If you are heading to the EU or UK, you’ve heard of these terms. But we’re still fielding questions from understandably confused travelers about what permissions they need to travel to Europe, and when to obtain them.

The EES (The European Union’s Entry/Exit System) is a digital border management system using biometrics to replace traditional passport stamps (RIP to a well-stamped passport.) It registers the entry and exit of non-EU nationals traveling into the Schengen area for up to 90 days. You can’t apply in advance and you must complete registration procedures upon your first arrival into the EU. And it is what is largely responsible for the airport horror stories you may have seen on the news, with exceedingly long immigration lines upon arrival and departure.

The rollout has been messy and the experience differs from airport to airport. For additional support, we’ve been arranging VIP meet & assist services for most of our travelers to Europe, for the past several months and beyond. Not every airport has an expedited immigration line that you can pay for, but a mighty and determined greeter can save you hours and whisk you past the worse queues.

The ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is a digital travel permission required for visa-exempt foreign nationals when visiting or stopping over in the UK. It costs 20 GBP, is secured through a government website, and is valid for up to 2 years or the life of your passport. You need this if traveling to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. You DO NOT need this if connecting via Heathrow and remaining airside (in transit.) An ETA can take a few days to process so we recommend applying for yours at least 2 weeks prior to your dates of travel. There are imposter websites selling ETAs for inflated rates. Only apply via the official government site.

The ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System)…doesn’t exist yet. It will supposedly be an online pre-screening application for Visa-free visitors that will come with a fee. The system is supposed to go live in late 2026. But we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it.

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