Italians and their Pasta March 30th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes 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 Matt Holmes 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 Matt Holmes On our Rwanda safari tours, we go gorilla trekking to encounter endangered mountain gorillas found on the jungle-clad slopes of the Virunga Mountains, and come this close! to the largest primates on earth. Witnessing their natural behaviors in their protected habitat will perhaps be the most unforgettable experience of your life. Check out the full… Read More »
Azores Hiking Tour Slideshow March 4th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Portugal: Azores Islands Explorer Widely regarded as one of the world’s “best-kept secrets,” the Azores Islands are a wild and otherworldly archipelago. Our Portugal hiking tour in the Azores Archipelago traverses the Azores’ most scenic and dynamic Islands. You’ll hike volcanic calderas, enjoy the region’s unique cuisine (including exceptional wines and cheeses), and immerse yourself… Read More »
What to do in York March 3rd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Founded by the Romans, York’s Old Town is ringed by a massive wall. Less than a mile across in any direction, this wonderfully preserved medieval town is one of the most fun places in which to wander, especially after hiking the Coast to Coast trail. The Shambles York’s most famous street (and possibly the inspiration… Read More »