North Carolina Slideshow October 14th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes North Carolina: Blue Ridge Mountains Hiking For as long as they have been in existence, the mist-shrouded Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina have been drawing visitors, immigrants, and outlaws to their arresting peaks. From the Cherokee who first settled this area, to the many backpackers who come to test their mettle on the Appalachian… Read More »
New Mexico Slideshow October 14th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes New Mexico: Santa Fe, Abiquiu, & Taos Hiking New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment, captivates the soul with expansive desert landscapes, deep river gorges, red rock canyons, fiery food, rich history, and unique adobe architecture. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010 or deborah@boundlessjourneys.com.
Mexico Slideshow October 14th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Mexico: Baja Sierras & Sea of Cortez Safari Isla Espiritu Santo in the Sea of Cortez and the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve are two of Baja California Sur’s most beautiful and biodiverse locations — a “mini-Galapagos” much closer to home. On this Baja hiking tour, we explore safari-style, allowing us to experience this idyllic… Read More »
England Hiking Slideshow October 5th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Coast to Coast Trail in northern England Follow in the footsteps of Alfred Wainwright through the Lake District and Yorkshire moors on our England walking tour. Interested? Contact Emily at 1-800-941-8010 or contact us.
Bucket List Trips to Plan Now September 29th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes While we understand that there is much uncertainty around the future of travel at this time, we’re sure you have a dream trip (or two) on your bucket list. Even given the current situation, people are eager to travel, and 2021 trips are already starting to fill at an unprecedented rate. If you’re not quite… Read More »
What Hiking Poles Can Do For You September 23rd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes The first Boundless Journeys active adventure that I was lucky enough to join was the Mont Blanc hiking tour. I had never done a multi-day hiking trip, nor gone on a high with extensive elevation gains and losses. The manager for that trip, Michelle (who has hiked a lot in the Alps), recommended that I… Read More »
Patagonia Slideshow September 1st, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Argentina: Patagonia Hiking Journey Vast, remote, and at times, unforgiving, it’s a place that has captured the imaginations of everyone from explorers and scientists, to ranchers and visitors from around the globe. Interested in our Argentina hiking tours? Contact us.
Vermont's Food Scene August 11th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Vermont is a proud agriculture and dairy state with an incredible tradition of fresh, local food, particularly cheese, apple and maple products, and locally-raised meat. There is also a large variety of local craft beer, hard cider, and even wine. We can eat pretty darn well here, and we are grateful for the plethora of… Read More »
The 'Layer Principle' explained August 5th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Seasoned hikers and travelers will tell you that having the correct clothing is essential for an enjoyable hiking tour. But if you’re new to active travel or aren’t sure your gear is working for you, let me explain the layering principle, so you’ll know what gear you need to buy and how to best use… Read More »
Winter in Iceland Slideshow July 20th, 2020 • by Deborah Tobey Iceland: Northern Lights Adventure From the dancing colors above to the vast and stunning landscape here on earth, Iceland tours do not disappoint. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010.