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 »
Lunch with our Spain Guide, Nick April 22nd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes As manager of both of our Spain tours, Hiking the Camino de Santiago and Granada to Fes walking tour, I’ve been fortunate to travel twice with Nick Law, our amazing Spain guide. If you’ve joined Nick on a tour, you now that he is as thoughtful and passionate about his food and wine as he is… Read More »
7 unusual animals you've probably never heard of April 21st, 2020 • by Bryan Haggerty As the person in the office who boasts the most pets (3 dogs and a cat), it came as no surprise to my co-workers that I wanted to do personalized pet gifts and to write a post on animals. There are so many unusual animals out there in the world, I’ve picked out a few… 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].
Our Favorite Adventure Movies April 13th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes In a previous post, we made recommendations for our favorite books about adventure and other cultures. For more immediate gratification than the few days it might take to read a book, here are some of our favorite adventure-related movies. This batch is all based on or inspired by real people or true events and can be… Read More »
A video message from our guides April 8th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Our guides are some of the most remarkable people we know who truly make their destinations come alive. They are kindhearted, warm and welcoming, generous with their knowledge, and proud of and eager to share their culture with new people. A tour company is only as good as the guides it works with, and we… Read More »
Video: Rwanda Gorilla Tracking & Big Five Safari March 17th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes On our Rwanda safari tours, we go gorilla trekking to encounter endangered mountain gorillas found on the jungle-clad slopes of the Virunga Mountains, and come this close! to the largest primates on earth. Witnessing their natural behaviors in their protected habitat will perhaps be the most unforgettable experience of your life. Check out the full… Read More »
Azores Hiking Tour Slideshow March 4th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Portugal: Azores Islands Explorer Widely regarded as one of the world’s “best-kept secrets,” the Azores Islands are a wild and otherworldly archipelago. Our Portugal hiking tour in the Azores Archipelago traverses the Azores’ most scenic and dynamic Islands. You’ll hike volcanic calderas, enjoy the region’s unique cuisine (including exceptional wines and cheeses), and immerse yourself… Read More »
Video: Vietnam Cultural Explorer Tour February 28th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes From the sounds of its cities’ bustling markets to the intoxicating flavors of its renowned cuisine and its blend of French and Asian influences, Vietnam is a feast for the senses. It’s also one of Southeast Asia’s most captivating destinations, and on Boundless Journeys’ Vietnam Cultural tour, you’ll experience the very best of this fascinating… Read More »
Dolomites Hiking Tour Slideshow February 27th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Italy: The Dolomites Traverse Hiking Tour Travel across three of the famed Ladin Valleys on foot—Val Gardena, Alta Badia, and Cortina d’Ampezzo—and through area’s most spectacular scenery on our Dolomites hiking tour. Interested in learning more about our Italy walking tours? Contact Michelle at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].