What to do in Florence January 4th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Florence’s historic center is cozy, and it’s easy and wonderful to get lost in the medieval alleys and winding side streets until you pop out unexpectedly on a main thoroughfare. Although packed with visitors in July and August, spring and fall are the perfect time to embark on an Italy hiking tour. You’ll have space… Read More »
Portugal’s Best Kept Secret January 2nd, 2018 • by Deborah Tobey While most independent travelers to Portugal stay close to the county’s sparkling coast, only visiting the cities of Porto and Lisbon, those who venture further inland into the mountains on Portugal guided tours will discover places where time passes slowly: the Schist Villages. For everyone who doesn’t remember their 8th grade earth sciences class, schist… Read More »
These are a Few of My Favorite Things - Gear Guide December 13th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Here at the Boundless Journeys home office in Stowe, Vermont, we often get questions from guests on our hiking tours about what to pack, how to pack, and what we always bring for our own travel adventures. While every trip is different, here is a quick guide to some gear favorites. (Please note we have… Read More »
What to Eat in Japan December 6th, 2017 • by Bryan Haggerty Simple. Tidy. Fresh. These are the three adjectives we would use to describe Japanese cuisine. While many countries in Asia use a plethora of spices in their food, the Japanese prefer less complicated flavors, allowing the main ingredients and a few seasonings (commonly soy sauce, vinegar, and ginger) to speak for themselves. Even in a… Read More »
Interview with our Alps guide November 28th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Eric comes from a long line of mountain guides and has led long-distance hiking tours throughout Europe, especially in the Alps, since he began guiding in 1979. Eric speaks French, English, Italian, and German, is an avid skier, and has developed great relationships with local people along the mountain routes of our France tours. Eric… Read More »