Dinner is Served! Five Icelandic Dishes for the Fearless Diner July 7th, 2023 • by Matt Holmes Iceland is a land of opportunity for the adventurous at heart, and no less so at the dining table. Whether grabbing a quick snack of putrefied shark meat or a hearty meal of boiled sheep’s head and potatoes, Icelanders know how to bring a little excitement in with the dinner bell. If you’re lucky enough… Read More »
The Icelandic Highlands: A Rugged Wonderland June 11th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey If you really want to get away from it all, an Iceland hiking tour of the interior highland is like nothing you have ever experienced before. The mountainous center of the island, with its rocky deserts, jagged mountain peaks, ice caps, volcanoes, hidden valleys, and hot springs, is an awe-inspiring and untouched wilderness. For centuries,… Read More »
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 »
What to do in Reykjavik May 10th, 2023 • by Deborah Tobey If you are arriving to Reykjavik early or extending your visit after a Boundless Journeys Iceland tour concludes, there is enough to keep you busy in this small, compact city for a leisurely 2 days. The two main streets in the city are Laugavegur and Skólavörðustígur. Laugavegur is one of the oldest shopping streets in… 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 »