8 Best Places to Go in April & May October 30th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes There are some places where spring is the best time of year to visit—the landscape pops with color, few other travelers share the trails and towns, and the weather is near-ideal for being outdoors. Let us help you find the perfect destination for your springtime adventure! Bhutan Why April? The mountainous areas of Bhutan have pronounced rainy… Read More »
Best Places to Go in February and March August 8th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Planning your next vacation for early next year? Wondering what the best places to go in February and March are? Since most of us are stuck in the bleak doldrums of winter, February and March are wonderful months to travel. Not only is it a perfect time for a pick-me-up at this point in the… Read More »
3 Best Off-Grid Destinations June 5th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Once in a while, don’t you wish you could just get away from it all—truly escape the everyday routine, disconnect, and not think about anything but the landscape surrounding you? Yes? Well then, check out these destinations and don’t forget to check this tent as well, you need to start thinking about buying all the essentials… Read More »
How to Spend 15 Hours on an Airplane September 15th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Of all the destinations that we offer, southern Africa, Asia, and Palau are the only places where you’d need a 15+ hour nonstop flight to get there. When I traveled to Bhutan to join our Hiking in the Peaceful Kingdom trip, I flew nonstop from New York to Guangzhou, China (16 hours), and then on… Read More »
10 FAQs about African Safaris July 31st, 2017 • by Karen Cleary If an African safari is on your Bucket List, you are certainly not alone. Newcomers to safaris sometimes don’t know where to start, and safari alums sometimes have questions about other regions or experiences. So, what is it like to be on safari? Below, we’ve answered the 10 most commonly asked questions about our African… Read More »
4 Best Destinations for Digital Detox July 20th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Having mini computers in our pockets is one of the amazing things about the age in which we live. Information about anything is literally at our fingertips, and it’s never been easier to connect with friends and family. Not to mention, you can plan your travel adventures from wherever you are! But in this fast-paced… Read More »
Which African Safari Destination is Right for You? September 22nd, 2016 • by Karen Cleary Having just returned from a fabulous, elephant-focused Zimbabwe safari, I was reminded (as I always am in Africa) that the African continent is incredibly diverse in landscapes and ecosystems, cultures, and wildlife. You could spend years exploring every remote corner and vibrant capital—and many people have: “Dr. Livingstone, I presume?” However, with regard to wildlife… Read More »
The Story of a Lost Passport June 10th, 2016 • by Karen Cleary A few weeks ago, I was making calls to guests to wish them bon voyage on their Botswana custom safari. This group is special because not only have they been to Botswana before, but they were also so captivated by the country and our guide, Brooks, that they started the Botswana School Project in 2012,… Read More »
5 Adventure Travel Destinations that will Change Your Life September 15th, 2014 • by Karen Cleary Choosing an adventure travel destination can be daunting. The top destinations for adventure travel offer not only opportunities for physical challenge, but also elements that speak to our humanity: an immersion in nature, and the chance to disconnect from the frenetic pace of modern life and reconnect with our inner spirit. Whether you are feeling… Read More »
Five "Crown Jewel" Wildlife Sightings December 17th, 2013 • by Matt Holmes Wildlife viewing is a cornerstone of the Boundless Journeys experience and just one of the many reasons to get off the tourist track and out into the wilderness on a naturalist-led walk or hike. Whether or not animals are the primary focus of your trip (if you’re on safari, for example) most of our guests… Read More »