Ushuaia & Tierra del Fuego Extention Slideshow March 20th, 2021 • by Katya d'Angelo Argentina: Ushuaia & Tierra del Fuego Extension Head to “The End of the World” at the southernmost tip of South America. Interested? Contact Michelle at 1-800-941-8010 or michelle@boundlessjourneys.com.
Endless Elbow Room February 8th, 2021 • by Karen Cleary Like Julie Andrews in the opening of the Sound of Music with arms outstretched and twirling in an open field, there’s nothing I enjoy more than having a lot of room to myself. This is one reason I always prefer to travel to lesser-known sites and regions—there’s space to explore undisturbed and enjoy unobstructed views. Blissfully, there still remain… Read More »
World's Best Waterfalls December 21st, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo From a thin trickle of water down a rock wall to thundering, foaming torrents, waterfalls are as diverse as the landscapes in which they are found. They ebb and flow with rainfall and snowmelt, dive into crystal clear pools, and carve out rocks over millennia. Each one has its own personality. Which one(s) will you get to… Read More »
8 of the World's Most Beautiful Lakes September 15th, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo In the heat of the summer (it can get into the 90s here in Vermont), my family and I are so grateful for the little pond in our yard. While it may not be particularly grand, it is quintessential Vermont and perfect for a swim on a hot day. No matter how large or small,… Read More »
How to make empanadas September 9th, 2020 • by Michelle Cournoyer Hi there! As the destination manager for Argentina, I was thrilled when I had the opportunity to scout our Patagonia Hiking Adventure a couple of years ago. I was mostly excited for the mountains but was delightfully surprised by the fantastic food, including the famed empanadas—Argentina’s most popular snack. Although these half-moon, stuffed pastries originated… Read More »
Patagonia Slideshow September 1st, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo Argentina: Patagonia Hiking Journey Vast, remote, and at times, unforgiving, it’s a place that has captured the imaginations of everyone from explorers and scientists, to ranchers and visitors from around the globe. Interested? Contact Michelle at 1-800-941-8010 or Michelle@boundlessjourneys.com.
The Way of the Gaucho June 1st, 2020 • by Michelle Cournoyer Argentina’s gauchos, or cowboys, are skilled horsemen who represent much more: they are also nomadic ranchers, a national symbol, folk heroes, brave hunters, and romanticized outlaws. The remote, rugged, and dramatic landscapes of Argentina have shaped the gaucho way of life and living culture. In the 18th and 19th centuries, ranching became a booming industry in Argentina. As expert… Read More »
Sounds of the World April 28th, 2020 • by Deborah Tobey We rarely talk about the sounds that we encounter when traveling and how they may differ by or even define a destination. We highlight the other senses—views from the trail, the tastes of cuisine, the feeling of dirt beneath our feet, and the scent of pine or the ocean, but we don’t talk about what we… Read More »
Our Favorite Adventure Movies April 13th, 2020 • by Katya d'Angelo In a previous post, we made recommendations for our favorite books about adventure and other cultures. For more immediate gratification than the few days it might take to read a book, here are some of our favorite adventure-related movies. This batch is all based on or inspired by real people or true events and can be… Read More »
6 Ways to Warm Up This Winter November 22nd, 2019 • by Katya d'Angelo After a generally pleasant October at our home office in Vermont, November came in (as it does most years) with a vengeance. The trees are bare now, snow is on the ground, and sub-freezing temperatures have settled in. We’ve pulled out our flannel shirts, bought ice melt, and found our snow scrapers. This time of year, our… Read More »