Video: Croatia - Dalmatian Coast Kayaking & Hiking February 19th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes If you crave the natural beauty, food, wine, and history of the Mediterranean—but want to avoid the crowded coasts of Italy, Spain, and France—then a Croatia tour is for you! Hike amidst Aleppo pine, cypress, citrus trees, and lavender. Kayak the tranquil sea past pebbled beaches, hidden coves, and rocky inlets as rugged mountains rise… Read More »
Portugal’s Best Kept Secret January 2nd, 2018 • by Deborah Tobey While most independent travelers to Portugal stay close to the county’s sparkling coast, only visiting the cities of Porto and Lisbon, those who venture further inland into the mountains on Portugal guided tours will discover places where time passes slowly: the Schist Villages. For everyone who doesn’t remember their 8th grade earth sciences class, schist… Read More »
Bhutan, a Country of Fascinating Contrasts November 14th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Bhutan is a rural, rustic, and beautiful country. While on your Bhutan adventure tour, at first glance it might not seem like much has changed in the last hundred years (apart from the fact that some Buddhist monks have cell phones). Yet, when you delve further into the culture and governance, they are actually doing… Read More »
How to Take a Japanese Bath, or Onsen Etiquette September 30th, 2017 • by Bryan Haggerty An onsen is a hot spring, and the Japanese love soaking in them. The Japanese archipelago sits at the convergence of four tectonic plates, making it an incredible location for geothermal activity. There are more than 25,000 natural hot springs in the country and around 3,000 spas where people can have a traditional onsen experience.… Read More »
Understanding the Monastic Robes of Buddhism September 8th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Asia is a treasure trove of unique cultures, preserved traditions, and vibrant colors. From Bhutan’s intricate thangka paintings to the brightly-lit lanterns you’ll see on our Vietnam tours, everywhere you turn, your eyes are delighted with rich hues. The monks and nuns are often the most colorfully-dressed in their eye-catching robes. Depending on the country… 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 »
10 FAQs about African Safaris July 31st, 2017 • by Bryan Haggerty 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 Life-changing Travel Moments March 7th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes We frequently receive emails, phone calls, and even letters after our guests return from their Boundless Journeys active adventures. They express gratitude for our knowledge and adept planning, enthusiasm for what they learned and witnessed, and “boundless” praise for our phenomenal guides. We most enjoy when they include an anecdote of a moment or experience… Read More »
5 Reasons You Need a Bhutanese Guide in Bhutan February 16th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes The Bhutanese government has been very deliberate in their tourism policies since opening up to foreigners in the 1960s. One of these policies requires all visitors (except citizens of India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives) be accompanied by a Bhutanese guide and driver. So, yes, having a guide is not a choice when you go here.… Read More »
Guest Perspective: Nepal & Bhutan August 12th, 2016 • by Matt Holmes As Boundless Journeys’ Bhutan and Nepal destination manager, I’ve had the privilege and pleasure to both travel in the region and help other people discover these culturally-rich and breathtakingly beautiful countries. After every Bhutan adventure tour group returns, I always hear from our guests who say how inspirational and life-changing their journey was. A few… Read More »