Travel Blog list
Visiting World War II Sites with ToursByLocals
Veterans Day. Armistice Day. Remembrance Day. Whatever the day of commemoration is called in your country, it means the same thing: a time to reflect on the sacrifices those in the military have made in the line of
Oct 17 2017
Spotlight on the Unusual: Flying Hot Tub Tours!
We're always encouraging our guides to create fresh new tour experiences - to come up with new and fun ways to explore their cities and landscapes as they change and grow.We have around 15,000 tour options on
Oct 10 2017
Summer 2017's Top Five Destinations, on Every Continent
Summer 2017 was a busy time at ToursByLocals! From the start of June to the end of August, we sent over 75,000 people out on tours with our guides.Curious where people went? We’ve rounded up the summer of 2017’s top
Sep 18 2017
Guide to ToursByLocals Shore Excursions
Did you know that ToursByLocals offers shore excursions? It’s aboat time you did! Bad puns aside, our shore excursions are a great option for cruise travelers looking for personalized, authentic experiences while on
Sep 14 2017
The Ultimate Local Experience - Staff Favourite Tour
Our Director of Communications, Sara Cooke, recently took her family on a 6-week trip to Europe, starting and ending in the UK. She joins us today to describe a unique ToursByLocals experience that remains one of her
Sep 08 2017
Five Reasons to Visit Barcelona - now more than ever
Last week’s attack in Barcelona is – tragically – more of the same kind of senseless violence that Europe has witnessed multiple times in recent years. France, Germany, England…the citizens of these countries have all
Sep 01 2017
Three Things Not To Miss in Santa Barbara
With a dramatic setting on the Pacific coast, nestled between mountains and ocean, Santa Barbara, California routinely delights architecture enthusiasts, culture vultures, wine aficionados and beach bums alike. Close
Aug 28 2017
Touring with a Famous Face on the Amalfi Coast
This year we brought a new guide onto our team in the Amalfi Coast, a (deservedly) popular part of southern Italy. Visitors flock to Naples, Positano, and Ravello to gaze at some of Italy’s most beautiful coastline.
Aug 15 2017
Best Places to Travel - Fall 2017
There’s always big talk for summer plans, but did you know you can score some amazing travel deals during shoulder season? September and October constitute shoulder season for many destinations around the world. This
Aug 10 2017
How to Pack for Your Mediterranean Cruise
Ready for your August or September cruise getaway? Or perhaps you’re thinking about a last minute deal? Whatever brings you here, we’ve compiled a list of ‘must-haves’ for your Mediterranean vacation!Proper ClothingEven
Aug 03 2017
Traveling with Kids in Verona: the Can't Miss Tour!
Valeria, a long-term local guide in beautiful Verona, Italy has designed the perfect travel experience for families traveling through Europe with their children. Her Safari Tour is not only kid-friendly, but
Jul 31 2017
ToursByLocals Top European Castle Tours
Here’s your guide to our top European Castle Tours in Madrid, Copenhagen, Bucharest, and Munich. Let an expert local guide unravel stories from the past while visiting these vast architectural wonders!Madrid Castle
Jul 28 2017