Ireland with Boundless Journeys | Nothing Short of Amazing February 12th, 2026 • by Marianne Eaton Ireland has a way of capturing your heart as soon as you step foot on their rocky, rainy soil. Our trip was nothing short of amazing, shaped by great food, exceptional guides, centuries of history, and traveling companions who made every mile better. Let’s start with our guides, Paul and Kate. Knowledgeable without being overwhelming, they… Read More »
Croatia & Montenegro: A Meaningful Journey Along the Dalmatian Coast February 2nd, 2026 • by Jane Agran Everything you can imagine about being on the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia is true. The shimmering, turquoise Adriatic, which looks just like the pictures you see in a travel magazine. The historic, walled cities that are over a thousand years old, with cobbled streets, ancient churches and storefronts. This delightful experience is just one of… Read More »
Nepal: In the Foothills of the Annapurnas December 19th, 2024 • by Bryan Haggerty The Annapurna Mountains—immediately the name conjures mystery and majesty. That’s an appropriate feeling for the Himalayas, yet the “mystery” part might have a little to do with the fact Everest gets all the press. As undeniably impressive as the world’s tallest mountain is, it’s far from the only game in town when it comes to… Read More »
6 Reasons Why It’s Time to Visit the Azores January 3rd, 2024 • by Matt Holmes Almost a decade ago, I first learned of the Azores in an article titled something like, “remote islands that no one knows about.” I certainly hadn’t known they existed, which, perhaps is why I was drawn to them once I could point them out on a map. The thought of a collection of volcanic islands… Read More »
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 »
The Island that Time Forgot October 20th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey Often shrouded in fog, Great Blasket Island lies just three miles off the coast of the Dingle Peninsula. At the height of its population in the mid-1800s, around 150 farmers and fishermen eked out a life on its windswept slopes. That’s where time stopped on Great Blasket. As the rest of the world moved into… Read More »
The Icelandic Highlands: A Rugged Wonderland June 11th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey If you really want to get away from it all, an Iceland hiking tour of the interior highland is like nothing you have ever experienced before. The mountainous center of the island, with its rocky deserts, jagged mountain peaks, ice caps, volcanoes, hidden valleys, and hot springs, is an awe-inspiring and untouched wilderness. For centuries,… Read More »
Washington’s San Juan Islands: History and Highlights May 30th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey Nestled between Vancouver Island and the mainland, you’ll find quintessentially west coast geography where mountains rise dramatically from the sea and humpback whales swim peacefully through the straits. Time moves more slowly in the San Juan Islands; the archipelago is a remarkable enclave that draws naturalists, artists, and history buffs alike with its laidback pace,… Read More »
The Western Fjords: Exploring Norway’s Majestic Landscapes April 18th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey The Western Fjords—the name has a fantastical, faraway ring. Yet they’re a very real part of the Norwegian landscape, as much as the snowy mountains and sweeping waterways look like something out a storybook. You might have to pinch yourself a time or two along the way, but you’ll see them with your own eyes… Read More »