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 »
Wildlife Guide to Palau October 30th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes Palau is a world unto itself. Although located just outside of the official “Coral Triangle” (an area of pristine marine habitat covering around 2.3 million square miles between the Philippines, Timor, and Papua New Guinea), it has four times the reef diversity of the Caribbean. While there are more than 1,500 species of fish and more… Read More »
New Boundless Journeys Tours for 2024 October 16th, 2023 • by Matt Snell As restless travelers, we’re always on the lookout for new experiences and frontiers. Our tour managers have been hard at work this year, and we’re finally ready to debut our new offerings for 2024. Whether it’s exploring the savanna on an African sky safari or trekking through the Balkans, these fresh tours are guaranteed to… Read More »
A Nature Lover’s Paradise: New Zealand’s South Island Flora & Fauna August 17th, 2023 • by Tracy Beverley A long, long time ago—about 80 million years—the islands that make up present-day New Zealand separated from the Gondwana supercontinent. That left the wildlife on board a few dozen millennia to do their own thing, resulting in an ecosystem like nowhere else in the world. That’s the main reason a trip to New Zealand feels… Read More »
All About Glaciers March 29th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes Glaciers are impressive natural formations. Massive and always on the move, glaciers are nothing short of magnificent. Scientists learn an incredible amount of information from glacial ice about historical precipitation and temperature cycles, atmospheric chemistry composition, solar variability, volcanic eruptions, and other scientific things. But wait! There is plenty to learn, even for the non-scientist:… Read More »
Video: A Winter Adventure in Iceland March 24th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes Enjoy some video taken by our Iceland manager! Testaments to the constantly evolving earth are everywhere – hot rivers, snowy peaks, and majestic waterfalls dominate our views. We traverse glaciers on foot and by snowmobile, and fjord rivers in a super jeep.
7 Things You Never Knew About the Northern Lights August 24th, 2022 • by Matt Holmes In honor of our Iceland: Northern Lights Adventure and Finland: Exploring Arctic Lapland tour we’re taking a closer look at the breathtaking aurora borealis, a natural wonder that has inspired civilizations around the globe since the beginning of time. If you’re looking to get a little inspired yourself this March, our 6-day adventure will take in this event… 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) an adventure to Palau or Mexico’s Baja Peninsula might be the perfect fit. Palau: Snorkeling & Kayaking OdysseyThis beautiful… Read More »
What's Up with Wellness Travel February 19th, 2021 • by Kristen Bernarsky In the last couple of year, a new buzz word has bubbled to the forefront in the travel world – wellness travel. Maybe you’ve seen an article about this shared on social media or in a travel magazine you’re browsing at the dentist office. Wellness travel is all about taking a break from the daily grind… Read More »
Endless Elbow Room February 8th, 2021 • by Karen Cleary Like Julie Andrews in the opening of the Sound of Music with arms outstretched and twirling in an open field, there’s nothing I enjoy more than having a lot of room to myself. This is one reason I always prefer to travel to lesser-known sites and regions—there’s space to explore undisturbed and enjoy unobstructed views. Blissfully, there still remain… Read More »