Webinar: The Tour du Mont Blanc November 3rd, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Learn about our Tour du Mont Blanc hiking adventure in the French, Swiss, and Italian Alps with our destination manager, Michelle, and local guide, Eric!
Video: Hiking in New Zealand October 4th, 2018 • by Kristen Bernarsky The northern reaches of New Zealand’s South Island encompass both sparkling seaside and awe-inspiring mountainside, often during a single walk. Long, rewarding hikes lead to yawning valleys and dramatic rocky shores brimming with wildlife, from Kaikoura and Arthur’s Pass to Lake Moeraki, with nothing less than the South Island’s soaring alpine landscapes to explore in… Read More »
9 Things to Know about Inn-to-Inn Hikes February 28th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Most people who have never been on a multi-day hiking or trekking trip don’t know what to expect from such an adventure. With five people in our office who have done this type of trip, we’ve compiled this “need to know” list for those of you who may already be reserved or are thinking about… Read More »
Video: Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc February 24th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes This thrilling hiking circuit around Mont Blanc, Western Europe’s highest mountain combines the perfect mix of awe-inspiring mountain views and the vibrant influence of three distinct European countries—France, Italy, and Switzerland. The hiking route leads us between small Alpine villages, over mountainous passes, and along ancient glaciers as we travel through the French, Italian, and… 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 trips 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 route. Eric is also involved heavily with… Read More »
7 Bragworthy Experiences August 31st, 2017 • by Matt Holmes It’s probably obvious that here at Boundless Journeys, we are passionate about travel. But more specifically, we’re passionate about finding and creating incredible, one-of-a-kind adventures that will leave you with lasting memories…because, quite frankly, they have left us with lasting memories. If you want to truly immersive adventure in a destination—the people, the environment, and… Read More »
Alpine Wine & Cheese June 21st, 2017 • by Michelle Cournoyer What do you get when you travel through three countries with some of the best culinary traditions in the world? A gastronomic delight of immense proportions. While the Mont Blanc region spanning France, Italy, and Switzerland is known for big cheese names such as Gruyere and Fontina, there are many smaller cheesemakers that produce specific… Read More »
On the Trail: Hiking Slovenia's Julian Alps December 7th, 2016 • by Kristen Bernarsky When I was given the opportunity to join our August Slovenia departure, I was excited but also wondered, “What exactly does Slovenia have to offer?” Answer: Everything! This mountainous little country packs a big punch as an active, adventure destination. DAY 1Our introduction to Slovenia started with a walking tour of the capital city of… Read More »
On the Trail: Tour du Mont Blanc September 15th, 2016 • by Matt Holmes In August, I was thrilled to join one of our groups on the Tour du Mont Blanc. As the most recent addition to the Boundless Journeys home team, it was important for me to experience what we do first-hand, how our tours operate, what our guides do, and learn about our guests and the destination. I… Read More »