How Hiking and Nature Can Reduce Stress: The Benefits of Natural Sound August 28th, 2026 • by Kristin Calkins Dawn arrives quietly in Albania. The first sound isn’t traffic, notification dings, or the hum of an air conditioner. Instead, there’s the soft clink of teacups from the kitchen below, distant brays from grazing donkeys, and the crunch of hiking boots on the trail as another day begins in the Balkans. At Boundless Journeys, we’ve… Read More »
How Hiking Together Builds Lasting Friendships August 21st, 2026 • by Kristin Calkins There’s a moment every guide recognizes. It doesn’t happen on the first morning, when everyone is still learning names and adjusting backpack straps. It comes a few days later, almost without anyone noticing. Someone slows their pace so another guest isn’t walking alone. An extra layer is quietly passed across the trail as the temperature… Read More »
Hiking Safety in the Age of Apps and AI August 11th, 2026 • by Kristin Calkins There has never been more information available to hikers. With a few taps on a phone, you can find a trail, download a route, check mileage and elevation, ask AI what to expect, and follow your progress as you hike. But what happens when the trail on your phone is nowhere to be found on… Read More »
Cool Summer Hiking: The Secret Hikers Have Always Known August 7th, 2026 • by Kristin Calkins For generations, summer vacations have been defined by beaches, sunshine, and soaring temperatures. At Boundless Journeys, we’re seeing a different trend with summer hiking. More travelers are asking where they can spend an entire day outdoors without planning every hour around the heat. They’re looking for fresh mornings, beautiful trails, and destinations where summer is… Read More »
Trail Wisdom: Happy Feet, Better Hikes July 28th, 2026 • by Kristin Calkins Foot Care Tips from our Guides The best hiking trips begin long before you step onto the trail. At Boundless Journeys, we’ve guided travelers across mountain passes, coastal paths, forests, and deserts around the world. Along the way, we’ve learned that a little preparation can prevent many of the most common trail problems. Healthy feet—and… Read More »
Croatia & Montenegro: A Meaningful Journey Along the Dalmatian Coast June 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 »
From Athens to the Aegean: A Boundless Journey Through Timeless Greece May 20th, 2026 • by Deborah Tobey I just returned from experiencing our Greece journey firsthand, and I’m still trying to find the words for how extraordinary it truly was. From the ancient streets of Athens to the quiet villages of Tinos and the breathtaking cliffs of Santorini, this Greece hiking trip was inspiring and transformative. A City Literally Built on History… Read More »
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 »
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 »