Our Favorite Adventure Books 2.0 June 16th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes After our very first Temporary Armchair Traveler email with a few of our favorite books about adventure and other cultures, not only did we come up with more, but a few of our guests shared their recommendations, as well. Here’s our next round if you’ve finished the last batch or are practicing tsundoku and need a few… Read More »
Camino de Santiago Slideshow June 8th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Spain: HIking the Camino de Santiago Walk in the footsteps of the multitudes who have traveled before on this historic and spiritual route across northwest Spain. Interested? Contact Emily at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].
Video: South Africa Safari June 2nd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes To ensure an unforgettable Africa safari experience, Boundless Journeys has partnered with top local guides, safari lodges in prime locations, and fine hotels. Our South Africa safaris offer various experiences, from game drives in Kruger National Park and the private Sabi Sands Game Reserves to exploring marine life, touring Cape Town, and visiting the wine… Read More »
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 »
Why the Lion Roars - An African Story May 26th, 2020 • by Bryan Haggerty Storytelling is an important part of traditional African culture, and these tales often teach a lesson or explain something in nature. In a nod to this tradition, when on safari in Africa, you might return from dinner to find an African folk story placed on your bed. Here is one of my favorites, which we… Read More »
Our Favorite Adventure Movies 2.0 May 18th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes In a previous post, we made recommendations for a few of our favorite movies adventure and other cultures. But we each couldn’t choose just one, which is why we had to have a second version. Right now, the best way to travel is by plopping on your sofa and playing a movie. We hope you enjoyed… Read More »
Tour du Mont Blanc Slideshow May 13th, 2020 • by Michelle Cournoyer France, Italy, & Switzerland: Tour du Mont Blanc National Geographic Traveler rates this epic adventure in its “50 Tours of a Lifetime” and with good reason! Interested? Contact Michelle at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].
Video: Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari May 5th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes A safari in Botswana is Africa for purists—those who seek unspoiled nature, far from the more touristed routes, while Zimbabwe is a reemerging safari destination, known by safari insiders as the place for elephant-lovers. Venture into this remote corner of Southern Africa with Boundless Journeys, and you’ll have a front-row seat to awe-inspiring game—lions, hippos,… Read More »
Sip the world with these 4 cocktails May 1st, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Like everyone else who works at Boundless Journeys, I love trying the world’s cuisine, which includes the world’s beverages. From a guided winetasting at a family-owned winery to a sipping a local brew at a mountain hut in the Alps, here are four cocktails from my last few scouting trips that you can make yourself, and they… Read More »
Finland Slideshow April 16th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Finland: Exploring Arctic Lapland Explore this real-life winter wonderland via snowmobiling, Nordic skiing, dog sledding, and reindeer-drawn sleigh rides. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].