Navigating the Bangkok Airport on Your Way to Bhutan February 7th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes When you arrive late at night after a long international flight to Asia on your way to embark on your Bhutan hiking tour, the first thing you probably want to do is get out of the airport and into a bed. If you only spend a night or two in Bangkok, we highly recommend the… Read More »
How to Obtain Your Laos Visa January 26th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Are you going on a Boundless Journeys Laos hiking tour? Or perhaps thinking of adding as top in Laos to your Bhutan, Myanmar, or Vietnam tour? If so, you probably already know that you need a visa upon arrival. On my recent trip to Laos, I noticed a lack of signs in the border control… Read More »
On the Trail: Hiking Slovenia's Julian Alps December 7th, 2016 • by Kristen Bernarsky When I was given the opportunity to join our August Slovenia hiking tour, I was excited but also wondered, “What exactly does Slovenia have to offer?” Answer: Everything! This mountainous little country packs a big punch as an active adventure destination. DAY 1Our introduction to Slovenia started with a Ljubljana walking tour led by our… Read More »
Your Travel Gift-Giving Guide | 6 Top Adventures November 2nd, 2016 • by Matt Holmes As the holiday season approaches, it’s never too early to start thinking about gifts. With decorations already appearing in stores and recent snow at our Vermont home office, we know the gift-giving season is just around the corner. That’s why we want to share with you a unique and unforgettable gift idea – the gift… Read More »
Why We Love When Our Staff Travels October 3rd, 2016 • by Matt Holmes This year, many of our home office staff have been out on the trail. Some of them, twice! Deborah saw Iceland’s Northern Lights and went on an Ireland hiking tour; Ashley hiked New Zealand’s South Island; Michelle hiked Scotland’s Highlands and islands; Katya completed the Tour du Mont Blanc hike and is heading to Bhutan and Laos in November;… 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 »
How to Prioritize Your Bucket List August 18th, 2016 • by Matt Holmes In this day and age, with most of the world easily reached within 24 hours, it can be challenging when you look through your Bucket List and have to decide where to go next. Good thing Boundless Journeys is here to help! Whether your list has 3 destinations or 30, here are some guidelines to… Read More »
What to do in Edinburgh August 4th, 2016 • by Michelle Cournoyer I’m writing this while traveling on Boundless Journeys’ Scotland hiking tour in the Highlands. As the destination manager for this trip, I am thrilled to experience it first hand and meet our guides and guests in person. We are five days in and having a fantastic time—I’m enjoying the food, hiking, and company in equal… Read More »
7 Must-Go Destinations for 2017 July 22nd, 2016 • by Matt Holmes Each year we see ebbs and flows—sometimes destinations that are more popular in some years than others. It can be hard to predict, but we pay close attention to both the micro trends we see from guest evaluations, reservations, and personal feedback, as well as the goings-on in the world-at-large. And from those factors, here… Read More »
9 Tips for Having a Great Transoceanic Flight June 16th, 2016 • by Matt Holmes Ah, the long-haul flight. You know it’ll be worth it when you arrive at your vacation destination and start your hiking tour. Having taken many of these flights myself (actually, I’m writing this from 32,000 feet over the Atlantic), I’ve happily learned some tricks to make it a bit easier. If you have time before… Read More »