Travel Blog list
Five of the Best National Parks for an African Safari
Have you ever thought about going on safari in Africa? It’s a dream trip for many of us, and can also have a positive impact on local conservation efforts. Southern and Eastern Africa in particular boast many green
Feb 11 2021
Civil Rights and More: Tours for Black History Month and Beyond
For February’s month-long celebration of and reflection on Black History, we’re encouraging anyone looking to expand their knowledge of American history and social justice to book an educational, private, and
Feb 05 2021
Virtual Valentines: Experience Romantic Travel Destinations from Home!
Hands up if you’ve dreamed of taking your significant other to Paris for Valentine’s Day. Or maybe on a dreamy trip along the Amalfi Coast…or a sun-kissed beach in Hawaii? With international travel still on hold for the
Feb 02 2021
How To Travel With Your Pet
If 2020 was a poor year for social connections between humans, it was a banner year for strengthening the bonds we have with our pets. Cats and dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs never had so much attention! Whether you were
Jan 25 2021
Rejuvenation Time: Top Wellness Experiences for 2021
You’ve likely been spending a lot of time learning and doing new things lately: virtually visiting museums and art galleries, reading books that have been taking up space on your shelves, or picking up a new hobby; it’s
Jan 20 2021
Virtual Tours: Staying Connected to Travel in 2021
While we all keep waiting for the world to become a safer place to travel, our guides keep finding fun ways for you to continue to learn, connect and explore…virtually!And people are noticing! From CNBC to The Guardian,
Jan 12 2021
How Does ToursByLocals Find The Best Guides?
At ToursByLocals, the guides are the heart and soul of what we do. With over 5000 passionate locals in 175 countries (and counting!), they bring knowledge, expertise, and charm to every tour. Each guide has their own
Jan 04 2021
ToursByLocals Leadership Team Share Their Dream Destinations For 2021
With 2020 about to be firmly in the rearview, ToursByLocals is ready to look forward to a bigger, bolder, brighter year for travel. It won’t happen overnight, but we’re all ready to start turning some of our
Dec 21 2020
Virtual Tours for the Holidays
In 2020, many of the guides on ToursByLocals stayed busy finding fun ways for you to continue to learn, connect and explore...virtually!From home, you can now meet even more local guides from all over the world on your
Dec 03 2020
How to Plan a Sustainable Road Trip
With fewer of us crossing international borders right now, the humble road trip is enjoying a bit of a renaissance! Whether you’re traveling within or across state lines, a car offers you freedom, flexibility and a safe
Nov 30 2020
The Travel Gift That Gives Twice
It's the week leading up to Black Friday, and your inbox is likely full of emails promising deep discounts on everything from egg-timers to iPhones. The holiday shopping season has begun! But what if this year you
Nov 23 2020
Tour Guide Q+A: Meet Marisa in Rome
We interviewed a number of long-term guides on ToursByLocals recently to get under the skin of what it means to be a tour guide: what challenges do they face, and what makes it a job worth getting up for in the morning?
Nov 05 2020