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Responsible Tourism Paleontology Dig Vacations in South Africa
South Africa has emerged as a prime destination for responsible tourism with the introduction of paleontology dig vacations for travelers.
Apr 17, 20242 min read
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Hands-on Citizen Science Paleontology Dig Itineraries Now Available in South Africa
Just in time for Citizen Science Month, Ancient Odysseys® is pleased to announce that we have joined forces with GENUS Paleosciences to...
Apr 2, 20243 min read
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Top 10 list of dinosaurs found in Australia
Now, more than ever before, paleontologists and even keen-eyed observers are finding dinosaurs in Australia. Since the early 2000’s new...
Mar 4, 20245 min read
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Discover the Best 2024 Dinosaur and Fossil Digs Near You – Part 2
From dinosaur and megafauna digs in Australia to one-day fossil digs in the US, dig into the adventure in 2024! Australian Age of...
Feb 12, 20242 min read
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Unearth the Past: A Guide to 2024 Dinosaur & Fossil Digs Near You – Part I
Start planning early and reserve your space on a dinosaur or fossil dig in 2024! Petrified Forest Field Institute Petrified Forest...
Jan 29, 20242 min read
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Top 5 Paleontology Discoveries of 2023
2023 was a banner year for paleontology discoveries. These are our Top 5 favorites of the year.
Jan 15, 20242 min read
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2023 Top Gifts for Archaeology Lovers
Check out this 2023 gift guide for archaeology lovers in your life.
Nov 12, 20233 min read
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2023 Top Dinosaur & Paleontology Gifts
This holiday season, find the perfect gift for fossil-lovers both young and old. The products below were chosen by Ancient Odysseys with...
Nov 12, 20233 min read
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What is Archaeological Repatriation?
Repatriation of archaeological discoveries is a hot button question that doesn't yet have an easy answer.
Oct 23, 20233 min read
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How technology is used in archaeology
New advances in technology benefit the discovery and identification of the oldest artifacts and features in archaeology.
Sep 11, 20234 min read
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Top 5 things to bring on a paleontology or archaeology dig
How to pack like the pros Be prepared when going "out in the field" during a paleontology or archaeology dig and make sure you have a few...
Aug 1, 20234 min read
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Incredible Archaeological Finds Made by Amateurs
Archaeological discoveries aren’t always made by professionals, and a surprising number are found by someone who has simply stumbled upon...
Jul 11, 20234 min read
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Suciasaurus Rex-Washington State’s Official Dinosaur
On May 4th, 2023, Washington state welcomed its brand new official state dinosaur, the Suciasaurus rex! Ancient Odysseys is headquartered...
May 30, 20232 min read
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Add to your itinerary between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks
If you’re planning on driving from Glacier to Yellowstone Parks, add to your itinerary with some interesting stops along the way. What’s...
May 16, 20233 min read
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Dinosaur & Mammoth Digs for 2023
The study of paleontology would be as extinct as the dinosaurs without the help of volunteers through the years! In honor of National...
Apr 20, 20233 min read
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Fossil Dig Sites Open to the Public
Be a Citizen Scientist for a Day at these fossil dig sites that are open to the public in the U.S. You can help researchers collect,...
Apr 3, 20233 min read
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Women Who Rock Paleontology
Fossils have been found and studied since the early 17th century and women paleontologists have usually taken a back seat to men in the...
Mar 20, 20234 min read
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Five Famous Female Archaeologists
Women in archaeology have come a long way and today, 47.1% of all archaeologists are women. This Women’s History Month, we honor five notabl
Mar 7, 20234 min read
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Top Paleontology Finds of 2022
Every year, new paleontological discoveries are made in all four corners of the world. Here are five notable finds from 2022. 1. Frog...
Jan 10, 20232 min read
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5 Must-See Archeology Museums
Almost every major city in the world has a museum dedicated to archaeology. Each has its area of specialty—some highlighting local...
Dec 20, 20224 min read
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