A video message from our guides April 6th, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo Our guides are some of the most remarkable people we know who truly make their destinations come alive. They are kindhearted, warm and welcoming, generous with their knowledge, and proud of and eager to share their culture with new people. A tour company is only as good as the guides it works with, and we… Read More »
Italians and their Pasta March 30th, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo If you’ve never had pasta made from scratch, you are missing out. Fresh pasta is light, with just the right amount of “toothiness” (where the term al dente comes from), and has a savory flavor all its own—it’s not just a vehicle for sauce. Homemade pasta is imperfect and not uniform, which is part of it’s attraction. Someone… Read More »
Our Favorite Adventure Books March 24th, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo When we aren’t out exploring the world for work or on personal travels, we read about exploring the world, other cultures, and magnificent places far from our home. Here are a few of our favorite adventure books. Please support your local independent bookstore! Matt, Boundless Journeys Founder Extraordinaire: The World is My Home by James A.… Read More »
Video: Rwanda Gorilla Tracking & Big Five Safari March 17th, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo Perhaps best known for the endangered mountain gorillas found on the jungle-clad slopes of the Virunga Mountains, coming this close! to the largest primates on earth and witnessing their natural behaviors in their protected habitat will perhaps be the most unforgettable experience of your life. Check out the full itinerary.
A Guide to Bhutanese Festivals March 13th, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo The chance to attend a Bhutanese festival (tshechu) is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity few outside the kingdom have. From the moment you enter the dzong courtyard, the energy is palpable as you find your place among locals dressed in their finest ghos and kiras, attending for both the religious merit and to join in the joyful… Read More »