New 2027 Tours: 13 New Ways to Experience the World with Boundless Journeys October 1st, 2026 • by Lori Lisai WHAT’S NEW FOR 2027? A challenging climb in the Himalayas. Walking through a landscape steeped in history. Sharing a local celebration beneath a sky filled with lanterns. Watching the moon pass across the sun. For 2027, Boundless Journeys is bringing all of these experiences to life (and more) with a new collection of journeys around… Read More »
Slow Travel: Why 3-Night Stays Make for Better Trips September 3rd, 2026 • by Kristin Calkins THE CASE FOR A THREE-NIGHT STAY There’s a point on a trip when a place stops feeling like somewhere you’ve just arrived and starts feeling, however briefly, like somewhere you belong. It doesn’t happen on the first afternoon. That’s still the rush of the new—the first walk through town, the first view from the trail,… Read More »
How Hiking and Nature Can Reduce Stress: The Benefits of Natural Sound August 28th, 2026 • by Kristin Calkins Dawn arrives quietly in Crete. The first sound isn’t traffic, notification dings, or the hum of an air conditioner. Instead, there’s the soft clink of teacups from the kitchen below, the distant chime of goat bells on the hillside, and the crunch of hiking boots on an old stone path as another day begins in… Read More »
How Hiking Together Builds Lasting Friendships August 21st, 2026 • by Kristin Calkins There’s a moment every guide recognizes. It doesn’t happen on the first morning, when everyone is still learning names and adjusting backpack straps. It comes a few days later, almost without anyone noticing. Someone slows their pace so another guest isn’t walking alone. An extra layer is quietly passed across the trail as the temperature… Read More »
Where to Next? Travel Trends for 2025 December 23rd, 2024 • by Boundless Journeys With the new year upon us, we’re looking forward to a fresh series of adventures. That much is always true, but tastes and trends in the travel world change often. What are the tours that will capture people’s curiosity in 2025? We asked our clients for feedback while also keeping on top of industry trends.… Read More »
8 Foods to Try While in Portugal January 9th, 2024 • by Matt Holmes Countries and regions that have historically been heavily involved in trade have had their cuisine evolve over time and adopt flavors and recipes from the cultures with which they’ve come into contact. This is especially true for Portugal, since it was a major player during the Age of Exploration, colonizing in South America, India, Africa,… Read More »
What to do in Bergen and Aalesund November 1st, 2023 • by Matt Holmes These two lovely Norwegian cities offer so much to visitors who want to spend an extra day exploring independently. Bergen is easily managed on foot, with several interesting sites; Ålesund (also spelled Aalesund) is a charming, quiet town made of several islands. linked by bridges and tunnels.
Puglia Walking Tour Slideshow October 29th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey Italy: Discovering Puglia This region, on the heel of Italy’s boot, is a place where the union of art, food, and nature has been celebrated for years. Interested in experiencing this fascinating region of Italy on our Puglia hiking tour? Contact us.
5 Things to Know for Your First Small-Group Tour October 20th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes So, you’ve never been on a small group adventure tour? Neither had I until I started working in the travel industry. Most of my traveling was done post-college, solo, and with a big backpack. While I had a lot of fun, saw some amazing sites, and had life-changing experiences, I won’t return to that way… Read More »
New Boundless Journeys Guided Tours for 2024 October 16th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey As restless travelers, we’re always on the lookout for new experiences and frontiers. Our tour managers have been hard at work this year, and we’re finally ready to debut our new offerings for 2024. Whether it’s exploring the savanna on an African sky safari or trekking through the Balkans, these fresh tours are guaranteed to… Read More »