Washington’s San Juan Islands: History and Highlights May 30th, 2023 • by Matt Snell 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 »
Palau: On Land and Underwater May 9th, 2023 • by Matt Snell If you think using the word “odyssey” in our Snorkeling and Kayaking Odyssey is hyperbole, you haven’t been to Palau. This Micronesian island republic punches way, way above its weight when it comes to the diversity of its marine life. In a world where reefs are constantly under threat, seeing a thriving and healthy ecosystem… Read More »
The Western Fjords: Exploring Norway’s Majestic Landscapes April 18th, 2023 • by Matt Snell 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 »
Norway Slideshow March 5th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes Discover the fjords and mountains of this dramatic region on our Norway hiking tours. Below is a slideshow of our adventure tour throughout this spectacular country. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010 or contact us.
The Curious Science of Ha Long Bay and the Rock Islands February 16th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes Some of the most spectacular scenery in the world is also the most unique. Ha Long Bay, which you’ll visit on our Vietnam tours and the Rock Islands of Palau are often cited as the most beautiful, unusual, and dramatic landscapes to explore. And yet, do you notice they all look similar? Despite their distance (Palau… Read More »
On the Trail: Kayaking & Snorkeling in Palau December 19th, 2022 • by Kristen Bernarsky Photos I had seen of Palau made it appear far too beautiful and exotic to be an actual place on this Earth. Images of the oddly shaped Rock Islands blanketed in jungle vegetation protruding out of the blue-green sea seem otherworldly. But I was about to find out if this intriguing Micronesian archipelago was indeed… Read More »
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) a tour of 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 walking tours, 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… 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 on a Costa Rica adventure tour with Boundless Journeys. Interested? Contact us.
Sounds of the World April 28th, 2020 • by Deborah Tobey We rarely talk about the sounds that we encounter when on one of our walking tours 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… Read More »