In the Press

May

MSN, May 2023

Have you booked your summer trip yet? If not, don’t panic. We’ve rounded up brag-worthysummer vacation destinations that will leave your coworkers jealous when you return to theoffice. So, get your suitcase out, load it up with your favorite summer attire, and prepare for atrip you won’t…

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February

Bloomberg, February 2023

Looking to the stars and primordial portions of the Earth first explored by hominids a million years ago brings a new perspective for the adventurous traveler.

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January

Architectural Digest, January 2023

From safaris in Botswana to a Kengo Kuma–designed resort in Japan, these are the spots you must have on your radar this year

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January

AD’s 23 Places to Travel in 2023

From safaris in Botswana to a Kengo Kuma–designed resort in Japan, these are the spots you must have on your radar this year

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December

Men’s Journal December 2022

Spectacular Coastline, Mountains, and Wine Country—Cape Town Has It All, an article by Adam Hurly

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December

Vogue December 2022

Travel Writer and Extraordinary Journeys partner Teddy Minford describes how she stopped overplanning her travels and learned to go with the flow.

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December

Town and Country December 2022

What’s the Ultimate Way to Go on Safari? Give One as a Gift—And Make it Personal. The only way to beat a bucket list travel experience is to arrange one made just for you.

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November

Travel Weekly November 2022

Highlighted by Extraordinary Journeys as one of the destinations to watch for 2023, South Africa’s Cederberg Mountains region offers travelers the opportunity to get away from it all.

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November

Travel + Leisure November 2022

5 Ways A Travel Expert Can Make Your Honeymoon Amazing

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September

The Points Guy September 12, 2022

Featured in Kathryn Romeyn latest article for The Points Guys, Extraordinary Journeys can curate your next gorilla trekking adventure complete with architecturally stunning lodges.

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August

News Explorer August 24, 2022

Need insight on Egypt? We’ve got you covered, read all about Elizabeth Gordon’s love for Egypt and what keeps her going back.

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August

Trazee Travel August 24, 2022

Our friends at TrazeeTravel are helping us get the word out about our new Colombia Itineraries!

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August

Travel Agent Central August 12, 2022

Travel Agent Central is echoing our excitement over the latest addition to the Extraordinary Journeys’ destination portfolio….Colombia!

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August

The Hollywood Reporter August 20, 2022

Kathryn Romeyn highlights Extraordinary Journeys as an operator that can merge luxury and philanthropy into fulfilling and unforgettable bespoke African safaris.

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August

Architectural Digest August 15, 2022

From the Pyramid’s ancient tombs to the Nile River, read all about  Laura Itzkowitz Extraordinary Journeys tailored travels to Egypt in this Architectural Digest article.

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August

The Everymom August 4, 2022

Kathryn Romeyn mentions Extraordinary Journeys as the safari outfitter to go to in her latest story, “11 Trips to Put on Your Family Bucket List” for The Everymom, a new offshoot of the popular lifestyle website, The Every. 

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July

Travel + Leisure July 12, 2022

We’re so thrilled and proud to announce that we won the #2 spot on Travel+Leisure’s list of the World’s Best Safari Outfitters! ⁠ ⁠ From our intrepid sales team of safari experts to our detail-oriented ops team, passionate marketing team, and pioneering leaders—our team of experts, is truly…

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June

Travel + Leisure June 25, 2022

Calling all animal lovers! This Travel + Leisure article is for you! Our CEO, Elizabeth Gordon, gives insight on where to go to get actively involved in Rhino conservation.

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June

RMWorldTravel Connection June 4, 2022

Check out Elizabeth Gordon’s latest podcast interview with RM World Travel. Hear what she has to say about the many benefits of working with a travel specialist and let’s you know which African country should be on your radar!

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May

AFAR May 24th 2022

Extraordinary Journeys was included in AFAR’s roundup of “7 Ways to See Gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda” by Bailey Berg. The piece highlights, “Safari specialists at this luxury travel company can craft unique itineraries for those who would prefer to only travel with friends and family. They…

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April

Telegraph Herald April 24th, 2022

We’ve been featured again! The story highlights,” Elizabeth Gordon, co-founder and CEO of Extraordinary Journeys, a bespoke luxury safari company, offers a few recommendations for Wi-Fi-free camps and lodges so you’re able to treat yourself to digital detox by disconnecting from electronics and…

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March

Travel + Leisure March 19, 2022

Kathryn Romeyn recently traveled with us to Namibia and brought along her 10-month-old along for the journey. Read all about it in her Travel+ Leisure article.

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February

Harper’s Bazaar February 22, 2022

Brandon Presser’s article highlights Botswana and includes insight from our CEO, Elizabeth Gordon, around navigating Covid protocols and advice to explore one country on a deeper level instead of hopping around.

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February

Travel + Leisure February 3, 2022

Our CEO, Elizabeth Gordon made Travel and Leisure’s A-List Travel Advisor List. Again!

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January

Washington Post January 14, 2022

Want to know what the experts are saying are the places to travel to in 2022? Take a look at which two African countries our clients are most interested in, when it comes to planning their next luxury safari.

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January

Newsweek Magazine – Jan 4, 2022

Article Featuring EJ Team Members’ Trip to Egypt See Life on the NileEgypt Egypt has a lot to celebrate in 2022—the centennial of its independence and Howard Carter’s incredible discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb; the much-anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum opening; and the long-delayed release…

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October

Harper’s Bazaar-October 22, 2021

The list for Where to Honeymoon in 2022, compiled by Brandon Presser features Extraordinary Journeys in the section ‘Desert & Plains’ with a quote from Elizabeth about fly camping in Tanzania. 

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November

Travel + Leisure-November 16, 2021

Find out what our CEO, Elizabeth Gordon has to say about taking your kids on an African safari in Kathryn Romeyn’s Travel + Leisure Article The Best Destination to Take Your Kids at Each Age — From Infants to College Graduates

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June

Travel + Leisure-June 19, 2021

The 9 Most Underrated Cities, According to Travel and Leisure’s A-List Advisors

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June

Travel + Leisure-June 21, 2021

How to plan an African Safari for Kids of All Ages

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May

Departure- May 5, 2021

The Most Legendary Private Adventure Experiences in America Explore the best of the American Southwest with Extraordinary Journeys. Travelers weave through natural wonders and the diverse landscapes of Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, and Texas. Work with a certified travel expert to plan a…

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April

Travel Weekly- April 30, 2021

Elizabeth Gordon, co-founder and CEO of Extraordinary Journeys, said, “About 80% of people who were planning to travel and are vaccinated, are sticking with their plans. It’s just a matter of where we can get them safely and efficiently, without compromising the experience we want to craft for…

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April

Conde Nast Traveler- March 24, 2021

Why you need a travel specialist “A small victory in 2020: A client decided to go the Serengeti for the wildebeest migration. Because he was arriving in just two weeks, we knew exactly where the animals would be and he got to experience it all with no one else around.”

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April

Toronto Star- April 5, 2021

See which museum, EJ’s Co-Founder, Marcia Gordon suggests visiting in the Toronto Star Article, Five New Museums Opening in 2021, We can’t wait to visit.

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March

Conde Nast Traveler-March 25,2021

Interested in Island hopping around Kenya’s Lamu Archipelago?

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March

People.com-March 23, 2021

6 Things to Buy With Your Tax Refund That You Actually Won’t Regret

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January

Cardrates.com-February 19, 2021

Cashing in Credit Card Rewards for a Customized, Luxury Safari with Extraordinary Journeys

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October

Harper’s Bazaar-December 20, 2020

Extraordinary Journeys was featured in Harper’s Bazaar “The 20 Best Places to Travel in 2021” feature.

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November

Fodor’s Travel- November 2, 2019

Egypt is the sort of place where you need a guide to get the most out of it. It’s perfectly possible to enter an ancient temple or an underground tomb and be overwhelmed with wonder–at the feats of engineering, architectural genius, or intricate, detailed carvings. But to elevate these sites…

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October

Forbes-October 10, 2019

Extraordinary Journeys was recently cited as a reputable tour outfitter for gorilla trekking permits by Forbes magazine. “Permits are required for gorilla trekking, and the cost is $600 per person in Uganda ($700 after July 2020), $1,500 in Rwanda, and for the DRC it’s $400. Permits must be…

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August

Forbes-August 29, 2019

As it is, we keep maddening, hectic schedules complemented by our reliance on all the latest technological gizmos, gadgets and contraptions and all connected by the manmade miracle of Wi-Fi. But what if you didn’t have Wi-Fi for a week or two? What if you just unplug and let go and allow yourself…

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December

Town & Country- December 7, 2018

Town & Country shares some of the top spots in Africa to visit in 2019. EJ Africa co-founder, Elizabeth Gordon, is mentioned and can help readers gather more information and book their next adventure at a number of exciting lodges and camps in Namibia.

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November

Travel Weekly Online- November 2018

Travel Weekly Online, shares why the concept of luxury travel has fundamentally changed and evolved over the years. Industry players in the know argue that the glamour associated with opulent accommodations and crystal chandeliers has once and for all made way for a very different kind of upscale…

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November

Architectural Digest- November 12, 2018

Architectural Digest Online explores where you should plan a trip in 2019. They found the places celebrating major anniversaries and other cultural events, consulted travel experts about emerging destinations, and compiled the hottest new hotel openings. Extraordinary Journey’s co-founder, Elizabeth…

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June

Fodor’s Travel: The Complete Guide to African Safaris

Fodor’s Travel: The Complete Guide to African Safaris, Founded and operated by a mother-daughter team who have over half a century of combined safari knowledge, Extraordinary Journeys specializes in creating unique, custom safari experiences to Southern and East Africa. Itineraries mix and match…

May

Aspire Design and Home

Aspire Design and Home, Elizabeth Gordon, the Co-Founder & CEO of the luxury travel operator Extraordinary Journeys, offers custom safaris in Africa. Explore the Anima Garden by artist André Heller. La Maison de la Photographie de Marrakech is a favorite museum with an amazing collection! Some…

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