There's No App For This... August 6th, 2019 • by Katya d'Angelo In this digital age, it’s easy to be an armchair traveler—browsing travel magazines on an iPad, scrolling through photos on social media, trying to market through themarketingheaven.com, or reading a blog on the newest undiscovered destination. But nothing replaces actually being there and experiencing a new culture, landscape, or activity! An app can’t leave you breathless… Read More »
8 Places to Go in October & November May 24th, 2019 • by Katya d'Angelo October and November are great months to travel. It’s the shoulder season in many places, which means there are fewer crowds. These months also offer fabulous hiking weather—it’s not as hot as summer, but still warm enough (with the exception of Iceland!). Plus, there is usually plenty of sunshine and a refreshing breeze. Tanzania in October The… Read More »
5 Ways to Add Slow Travel to Your Life March 20th, 2019 • by Katya d'Angelo You may have heard the term Slow Travel, an offshoot of the Slow Movement, which began with Slow Food. All three are grounded in the notion that quality matters more than quantity. Slow Travel is not a mode of transportation, it’s a travel mindset that our staff and guides wholeheartedly support and champion in our… Read More »
Top 6 Destinations for 2019 February 4th, 2019 • by Katya d'Angelo The internet is awash with lists for 2019 – from “New Year, New You” healthy living plans to the latest interior design trends. Our favorites, of course, are those that highlight the best travel experiences and most exciting emerging destinations. Recently, our staff narrowed down our own Top 5 Destinations for 2019. Read on to… Read More »
How to Get to Bhutan January 7th, 2019 • by Kristen Bernarsky Tucked in the Himalayas between India and China, the Kingdom of Bhutan is both remote and a bit more complicated to visit than your average Boundless Journeys destination. The good news? It’s well-worth the extra effort! Read on for tips, tricks, and fast facts about this emerging destination. Bhutan has one international airport (in Paro)… Read More »
What to do in Tokyo November 13th, 2018 • by Kristen Bernarsky There is so much to do and see in Japan’s vibrant and bustling capital that you could easily spend a solid week or two and not take it all in. Here are our suggestions to get you started. Tokyo is a very large city, and while public transportation is the most efficient method of travel,… Read More »
8 Best Places to Go in April & May October 30th, 2018 • by Katya d'Angelo There are some places where spring is the best time of year to visit—the landscape pops with color, few other travelers share the trails and towns, and the weather is near-ideal for being outdoors. Let us help you find the perfect destination for your springtime adventure! Bhutan Why April? The mountainous areas of Bhutan have pronounced rainy… Read More »
The Spirit of Discovery: Traveling to Places Unknown October 19th, 2018 • by Emily Trostel The history of humanity is steeped in the notion that staying still is simply not an option. Traversing continents, our earliest ancestors set out to expand and adapt to every corner of the globe. This inability to remain static is responsible for the birth of culture itself, as traditions, cuisine, and belief systems grew out… Read More »
Video: Snorkeling & Kayaking in Palau August 20th, 2018 • by Kristen Bernarsky The island nation of Palau could well be the most beautiful place you’ve never heard of, and therein lies its allure. Three major ocean currents feed this pristine archipelago in the western Pacific — making it a fertile marine garden whose turquoise waters boast quadruple the reef diversity of Caribbean waters. Check out our Palau… Read More »
What to do in Bilbao August 14th, 2018 • by Emily Trostel Bilbao is a city that begs to be explored. Those looking to sightsee will be delighted by museums, architecture, and history at every turn. But, if you are feeling jet-lagged, perhaps take a cue from the locals: head out for a stroll, soak up the ambiance of the Old Quarter and Nervion River, and stop… Read More »