For Your Valentine: Three Exciting Adventures for Two February 14th, 2014 • by Matt Holmes Happy Valentines Day, from all of us at Boundless Journeys! Be it a far-flung tropical paradise or a luxurious safari in Africa, there’s no better way to celebrate the most romantic of holidays than by having a special adventure with the one you love. In keeping with the spirit of the day, here are three… Read More »
Gear Guide: Hiking Boots, Trail Shoes, or Trail Sandals? February 5th, 2014 • by Deborah Tobey Ever hear that an extra pound on your feet is equivalent to five pounds on your back? Whether or not that oft-quoted piece of backcountry wisdom is right, one thing is definitely true: Hiking requires less effort in lightweight footwear. Therein lies the temptation to wear hiking shoes, or even a sturdy pair of sandals,… Read More »
What's Going on Around the Globe This Winter January 29th, 2014 • by Matt Holmes Mark your calendars! There are great things going on this winter at Boundless Journeys’ destinations around the globe. VIETNAM: Tet Nguyen Dan (Vietnamese New Year) Date: January 30 – February 3 Vietnam’s largest national festival is dedicated to the veneration of ancestors, positive thinking, and the ushering in of another year. Beginning a week before… Read More »
Dreaming of Machu Picchu: A Ride on the Hiram Bingham Train January 27th, 2014 • by Matt Holmes For most travelers, Peru conjures up images of ancient Inca ruins, tidy Quechua villages, and of course, the climactic experience of exploring the citadel of Machu Picchu. On a recent trip to the country, I hiked through the Sacred Valley, dined at restaurants that capture Peru’s budding gastronomy scene, and discovered Machu Picchu for myself.… Read More »
Lessons from "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" Movie January 3rd, 2014 • by Deborah Tobey I am sitting on my couch, content after a long day in the office, and on comes the trailer for the new movie, “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.” I am not sure exactly what this movie is about, but I am struck by the message on the screen: “Stop Dreaming, Start Living.” When Walter… Read More »