Travel Blog list
Jewish History in Florence
Each year, thousands of travelers want to learn more about Jewish influence and history in the places they visit. Some places take a bit more digging - and a guide who’s done their research. In Florence, Italy, for
May 21 2021
How to Escape the Heat in Athens
Christina, a licensed and long-time guide in Athens, Greece joins us today to chat about how to step off the tourist trail to find refreshing cafes in the loveliest, leafiest, calmest parts of her city. If you’re headed
May 10 2021
Our Favourite Things To Do In Oahu
Welcome to the legendary island of Oahu, Hawaii! The Hawaiian Islands top our list of most popular American travel destinations this month, with more bookings than anywhere else in the US. And Oahu - with the most
Apr 20 2021
The World’s 10 Most Amazing Waterfalls
Waterfalls are one of nature’s most captivating displays, and many of us have made trips specifically to witness their grandeur. But how do we create a definitive list of “the best”? Is it the height? Is it the
Apr 15 2021
Ultimate Guide to Iceland’s Most Scenic Destinations
Today, Iceland is opening its borders to all fully vaccinated travelers with no need to quarantine. As one of the first countries in Europe to do so, it's stirring up a lot of interest! Will you be getting on a plane
Apr 06 2021
Iconic New York: Tips for a First Visit!
Anyone who’s ever been to New York City knows that there’s enough to see and do there to keep someone busy for a lifetime, let alone a weekend. Chances are you’ve been there at least once, but maybe you’re lucky enough
Apr 05 2021
Safe Travel Tips: Traveling Domestically this Spring and Summer
Travel is still looking a bit different this spring and summer, but it’s happening! While we wait for vaccinations to roll out across the world, keeping our travels domestic is still the safest way to get a change of
Mar 30 2021
How To Visit The World’s Most Sustainable Cities
With Earth Day approaching, we continue our series on sustainable travel. This month we take a look at cities around the world that are taking great strides to becoming greener places to live, work and travel.Cities
Mar 24 2021
Five Reasons To Hire a Local Guide This Summer
It’s been a long year, and we’re all itching to get away. It’s looking like most of us will still be traveling within our own borders this summer, searching out sights both familiar and beloved, and new and
Mar 22 2021
Fun Things to Do in Los Angeles: Insider Tips for Your Visit
You often hear that a destination has “something for everyone.” In the case of Los Angeles – a great, big, sprawling cultural mishmash of a city – there are so many ways to explore it, that five people could go and have
Mar 08 2021
Best Spring Blossoms Around the World
With March’s arrival, we can feel the short dark days of winter drawing to a close. At ToursByLocals headquarters in Vancouver, purple crocuses and snowdrops are poking out of the ground, and any day now our first
Mar 01 2021
Take The Kids on a Virtual Vacation
Spring Break is coming and we’re all going … nowhere. Continuing lockdowns and travel restrictions in many countries around the world mean that for most of us this March, local is where we live, work and play.But while
Feb 23 2021