Video: Norway's Western Fjords February 2nd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Norway is a land of legendary and breathtaking scenery that is impossible to explore in a hurried way—hiking trails and cable cars wend up steep fjord slopes, small watercraft slowly recede down narrow channels or around sharp bends, and serpentine roads follow irregular shorelines aided by ferries, bridges, and tunnels. And then there’s the Norwegian people—passionate about the outdoors (in all weather),… Read More »
6 Tips for Using a Vacation to Reset January 22nd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes The internet is awash with articles about vacation days that go unused each year and how work stress and constant connectivity may be detrimental to our mental health. According to this drug rehab in the Los Angeles area, people used to take vacations without checking office email late at night and friends and family had… Read More »
Croatia's Dalmatian Coast Slideshow January 2nd, 2020 • by Deborah Tobey Croatia: Dalmatian Coast Kayaking & Hiking Kayak in the warm waters of the Adriatic, then hike in the mountains above them. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010 or Deborah@boundlessjourneys.com.
Video: Japan's Nakasendo Trail December 2nd, 2019 • by Matt Holmes The Nakasendo trail is a historic inn-to-inn walking route that linked Kyoto to Tokyo during Japan’s feudal period. It was the ‘road through the mountains’ (as opposed to the Tokaido route which traveled the Pacific coast) traveled by feudal lords and their retinues, samurai, merchants, and travelers. We spend a few nights in the vibrant… Read More »
6 Ways to Warm Up This Winter November 22nd, 2019 • by Matt Holmes After a generally pleasant October at our home office in Vermont, November came in (as it does most years) with a vengeance. The trees are bare now, snow is on the ground, and sub-freezing temperatures have settled in. We’ve pulled out our flannel shirts, bought ice melt, and found our snow scrapers. This time of year, our… Read More »
Experiencing Culture through your senses (but mostly by tasting) October 30th, 2019 • by Matt Holmes I don’t usually travel to a destinations specifically to try the local cuisine, but wherever I am, I always seek out the quintessential dishes, street vendors, and iconic beverages of that region. Part of my job involves incorporating those opportunities into our trips, ensuring guests don’t miss out on Iberian ham and wine tasting in… Read More »
New Zealand Hiking Slideshow October 17th, 2019 • by Matt Holmes New Zealand: Alpine & Coastal Hiking Explore the South Island on breathtaking hikes, serene kayaking, in the rainforest, and on the coast. Interested? Contact Emily at 1-800-941-8010 or emily@boundlessjourneys.com.
The Creation of a Boundless Journey October 7th, 2019 • by Michelle Cournoyer In my dozen or so years of managing active tours for discerning travelers (which followed my dozen or so years guiding those travelers to some of the world’s great places), I have had the good fortune to be tasked with bringing several Boundless Journeys tours from concept to fruition. (That’s me scouting our new trip… Read More »
Cambodia Slideshow September 24th, 2019 • by Matt Holmes Boundless Journeys in Cambodia Extend your Bhutan, Nepal, or Vietnam trip to explore the history, culture, and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor! Interested? Contact Kristen at 1-800-941-8010 or kristen@boundlessjourneys.com.
Namibia Safari Slideshow September 24th, 2019 • by Matt Holmes On safari in Namibia with Boundless Journeys Explore the unique landscape and desert-adapted wildlife in near complete seclusion and luxury. Interested? Contact Karen at 1-800-941-8010 or Karen@boundlessjourneys.com.