Underwater Adventure: Palau vs Mexico April 9th, 2021 • by Matt Holmes When it comes to an epic wildlife vacation, you might first think of a safari in Africa. But for those who prefer a mix of active exploration and incredible biodiversity (and who love warm, tropical waters) an adventure to Palau or Mexico’s Baja Peninsula might be the perfect fit. Palau: Snorkeling & Kayaking OdysseyThis beautiful… Read More »
Staff Picks: Unforgettable Experiences March 14th, 2021 • by Matt Holmes While paused at the moment, our team of travel experts regularly sets out to research potential destinations and scout new trips, working to ensure that new itineraries are thoughtfully curated, field-tested, and seamlessly planned before the first tour departs! Sometimes we join a departure of an existing tour to ensure the itinerary is still as… Read More »
Costa Rica Slideshow October 14th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Costa Rica group and private adventures Choose to explore the jungle, hike a volcano, snorkel from the beach, and so much more. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected]
Sounds of the World April 28th, 2020 • by Deborah Tobey We rarely talk about the sounds that we encounter when traveling and how they may differ by or even define a destination. We highlight the other senses—views from the trail, the tastes of cuisine, the feeling of dirt beneath our feet, and the scent of pine or the ocean, but we don’t talk about what we… Read More »
Norway Slideshow March 5th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Norway: Western Fjord Adventures Discover the fjords and mountains of this dramatic region. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected]
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 [email protected]
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 [email protected]
There's No App For This... August 6th, 2019 • by Matt Holmes 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 Matt Holmes 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 Matt Holmes 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 »