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 »
A Conversation with Nicky Snoyink, Boundless Journeys’ New Zealand Guide October 26th, 2022 • by Bryan Haggerty Guests of Boundless Journeys trips often rave about how our guides really set our trips apart from our competitors. This interview is part of a series designed to showcase the amazing people that make traveling with Boundless Journeys so special.
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 »
8 of the World's Most Beautiful Lakes September 15th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes In the heat of the summer (it can get into the 90s here in Vermont), my family and I are so grateful for the little pond in our yard. While it may not be particularly grand, it is quintessential Vermont and perfect for a swim on a hot day. No matter how large or small,… Read More »
Countries that crushed the curve July 6th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Throughout the last few months, we have been checking in frequently with our in-country partners and guides around the world, making sure we are staying on top of new health information and travel updates regarding Covid-19 from our local sources on the ground. Happily, as of this writing, there are many places where governments and… Read More »
Our Favorite Adventure Movies 2.0 May 18th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes In a previous post, we made recommendations for a few of our favorite movies adventure and other cultures. But we each couldn’t choose just one, which is why we had to have a second version. Right now, the best way to travel is by plopping on your sofa and playing a movie. We hope you enjoyed… Read More »
7 unusual animals you've probably never heard of April 21st, 2020 • by Kristen Bernarsky As the person in the office who boasts the most pets (3 dogs and a cat), it came as no surprise to my co-workers that I wanted to do personalized pet gifts and to write a post on animals. There are so many unusual animals out there in the world, I’ve picked out a few… Read More »
6 Ways to Warm Up This Winter November 22nd, 2019 • by Matt Holmes After a generally pleasant October at our home office in Vermont, November came in (as it does most years) with a vengeance. The trees are bare now, snow is on the ground, and sub-freezing temperatures have settled in. We’ve pulled out our flannel shirts, bought ice melt, and found our snow scrapers. This time of year, our… Read More »
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 emily@boundlessjourneys.com.
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 »