Puglia, Italy: Cultural and Natural Highlights March 9th, 2023 • by Matt Snell Puglia: it’s often described as “the heel of Italy’s boot,” which might help you find it on the map but hardly does it justice when it comes to beauty. Puglia’s location means it has the longest coastline of any region in mainland Italy, giving it a warm climate and luxurious stretches of sandy beaches. Culturally… Read More »
Norway Slideshow March 5th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes Norway: Western Fjord Adventures Discover the fjords and mountains of this dramatic region. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010 or Deborah@boundlessjourneys.com.
Castles & Pubs of Northern England March 1st, 2023 • by Matt Snell It’s a coin toss which is the more iconic image of England—a windswept ancient castle, or Brits enjoying a pint at a traditional pub. Fortunately for visitors, you don’t have to choose between them, and they pair beautifully. Hikers on our England: Hiking Coast to Coast tour will venture over hill and dale as they… Read More »
How Water Has Shaped Norwegian Culture February 19th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey We all know that water sustains life. But for Norwegians, whose population is concentrated along the coasts where the famous fjords dramatically cut into the landscape, water has literally shaped their culture. It’s in their heritage—Vikings, after all, were incredibly successful seafarers. While there are many miles of roads in Norway, much of the transportation… Read More »
The Curious Science of Ha Long Bay and the Rock Islands February 16th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes Some of the most spectacular scenery in the world is also the most unique. Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay and the Rock Islands of Palau are often cited as the most beautiful, unusual, and dramatic landscapes to explore. And yet, do you notice they all look similar? Despite their distance (Palau is more than 2000 miles from… Read More »