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 »
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 »
Video: A Safari in Zimbabwe November 24th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes We put this short video together from some footage our destination manager took while there. Whether adding to a longer safari through Southern Africa or immersing yourself in all this country has to offer, a world of wild adventures awaits you on a Zimbabwe safari with Boundless Journeys.