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Author: Thomas Ryves

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Thomas Ryves is Marketing Manager at Exsus Travel, a leading luxury tour operator, which gives him an opportunity to indulge in his love of travel all over the world - his recent trips range from Brazil to Thailand, and he has plenty more destinations on his wish list. Since 1998, Exsus Travel has specialised in creating the very best luxury tailor-made holidays, all over the world. Pioneering and passionate, our commitment is simple: to deliver first-class client service, every single time, to hunt down the very best hotels in compelling, hypnotic locations, and to plan unique and memorable personalised experiences along the way. The result? Extraordinary, immersive holidays. By combining our specialist knowledge of more than 80 countries on all seven continents with personal holiday wish lists, our team of experts will transform ideas into travel reality, and craft every detail of each trip to perfection. Whether it’s a relaxing beach break, an epic safari, an exhilarating adventure holiday, an idyllic honeymoon or the ultimate family getaway, we can make it happen. The name Exsus comes from the Latin ‘exsuscitare’: to awaken, to excite, to breathe life into.
Where to stay in Jamaica

Where to stay in Jamaica

ByThomas Ryves March 12, 2020March 17, 2020

Jamaica is a showcase of beautiful beaches fringed by tropical landscapes of jungle-clad mountains, rivers and waterfalls. This is…

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Our top sailing adventures for 2020

Our top sailing adventures for 2020

ByThomas Ryves February 13, 2020February 13, 2020

For a luxury holiday with a difference, not much beats setting sail around remote islands, hidden coves, pristine beaches…

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Family holidays with a difference: our top five family beach hotels for 2020

Family holidays with a difference: our top five family beach hotels for 2020

ByThomas Ryves January 20, 2020September 9, 2020

Treat your family to a memorable luxury beach holiday by picking the perfect hotel in the perfect destination, offering…

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From Costa Rica to Colombia: our top 10 wildlife destinations around the world in 2020

From Costa Rica to Colombia: our top 10 wildlife destinations around the world in 2020

ByThomas Ryves December 10, 2019

Face-to-face wildlife encounters are always a memorable highlight of a luxury holiday or safari adventure, and there are numerous…

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Idyllic island getaways: our top five Caribbean hotels

Idyllic island getaways: our top five Caribbean hotels

ByThomas Ryves November 13, 2019

The Caribbean certainly ticks all the boxes for a luxury holiday – beautiful beaches, five-star resorts, irresistible island hideaways,…

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Our top 5 experiences in East Africa

Our top 5 experiences in East Africa

ByThomas Ryves October 11, 2019

East Africa – specifically Kenya and Tanzania – offers a wealth of immersive and memorable adventures that allow you…

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From hot dogs to hoppers: around the world in food

From hot dogs to hoppers: around the world in food

ByThomas Ryves September 5, 2019March 17, 2020

From hot dogs in New York to egg hoppers in Sri Lanka, food plays a big part in any…

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Saving the planet: our top 5 eco-friendly hotels around the world

Saving the planet: our top 5 eco-friendly hotels around the world

ByThomas Ryves August 18, 2019August 12, 2019

With environmental awareness an increasing concern across the globe, especially when it comes to hot topics such as global…

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Rooms with a view: our top 6 scenic hotels around the world

Rooms with a view: our top 6 scenic hotels around the world

ByThomas Ryves July 16, 2019

With more and more luxury hotels opening their doors all around the world, alongside existing hotels continually upping their…

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Why you should go to Turkey this Autumn

Why you should go to Turkey this Autumn

ByThomas Ryves June 10, 2019

Turkey is re-emerging as a fantastic holiday destination and offers a taste of everything from the cultural treasures of…

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5 of the most unusual places to stay around the world

5 of the most unusual places to stay around the world

ByThomas Ryves May 10, 2019

As the world becomes smaller, travellers are getting ever more adventurous and are not content with merely treading the…

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7 of the best luxury train journeys in the world

7 of the best luxury train journeys in the world

ByThomas Ryves April 15, 2019

One of the best ways to travel and see the world’s sights is by train. Here are some of…

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All that glitters is gold: some of the world’s most spectacular gold landmarks

All that glitters is gold: some of the world’s most spectacular gold landmarks

ByThomas Ryves March 15, 2019March 18, 2019

Visit some of the world’s most impressive gold-themed attractions, from temples and museums that preside over the skylines of…

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In celebration of romance: beautiful pink places around the world

In celebration of romance: beautiful pink places around the world

ByThomas Ryves February 14, 2019February 15, 2019

In celebration of Valentine’s Day and the month of romance, we highlight our favourite pink places and natural phenomena…

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A new take on the January blues

A new take on the January blues

ByThomas Ryves January 15, 2019January 21, 2019

We’ve got a new take on the January blues… here we highlight some of the most beautiful blue places…

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Top 5 reasons to visit Costa Rica in 2019

Top 5 reasons to visit Costa Rica in 2019

ByThomas Ryves December 21, 2018

Costa Rica, one of the world’s most biodiverse countries is a popular destination among lovers of wildlife and nature…

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