Come visit us in Vermont in the Fall! May 18th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes If you tallied the number of countries our staff has traveled to, it would probably be close to 70. We actually haven’t bothered to get an official number, we just know we’ve traveled a lot! And while we’ve had incredible experiences around the world and our bucket lists are always growing, we love—and I mean… Read More »
What is Ema Datse? A Guide to Bhutanese Food April 27th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Bhutan’s culinary tradition is heavily influenced by Tibet, and with a diverse climate, Bhutan is suitable for growing all sorts of crops. I write this post with one caveat: if you’re only looking for a gourmet culinary experience, Bhutan tours may not be for you. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in a unique culture… Read More »
Top 10 Things to Do in Scotland's Orkney Isles April 18th, 2017 • by Michelle Cournoyer With spellbinding natural beauty and invigorating landscapes the Orkney Isles are like no other archipelago. See what all the fuss is about for yourself on our Scotland hiking tours. 1. Go Island Hopping Orkney is an archipelago of over 70 islands but only 20 of those are inhabited. The majority of the total population (21,000)… Read More »
Staff Picks: 7 of Our Favorite Hikes April 12th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes It may come as no surprise that we are a pretty outdoorsy bunch here at Boundless Journeys. In the summer we go for runs or bike rides on our lunch breaks, in the winter we ski before work. And of course, we hike when we travel. Here are our favorite hikes around the world and… Read More »
Introduction to Lao Cuisine March 31st, 2017 • by Matt Holmes I really didn’t have any idea what the food was going to be like on my Laos tour, but I assumed it would be a combination of Vietnamese and Thai since Laos sits directly between those two countries. Sure enough, Lao cuisine did not disappoint, and in fact, exceeded my expectations. Breakfast at my hotel… Read More »