Travel Blog list

From the Norman invasion of England in 1066 to the D-Day landings of 1944, Normandy has long played an outsized role in European history. Our guides here are extremely busy, taking bookings up to a year in advance for

Did you know that Lonely Planet named Canada as the Best Country to visit in 2017? As a proudly Canadian company, the staff at ToursByLocals welcomed this recognition - and extend a warm invitation to our travellers

Are you a Game of Thrones fan? If you’re not, chances are you know someone who is – such is the popularity of HBO’s hit series, about to launch its seventh season. Fans are counting down the days until July 16, when the

Gdansk has a lot going for it these days. Ravaged 70 years ago by World War II, its historical center has since been rebuilt and today travelers and locals alike flock to this stunning centerpiece for the ancient city.

The magnificent city of Prague has mesmerized travelers for generations with its intoxicating blend of art and architecture. Walking its streets, you’ll find a city buzzing with locals and visitors alike, happy at their

Our guides are frequently called upon to create custom tours. Founts of knowledge they may be, but occasionally these requests give them the chance to learn something new - as in today’s story. Read on to learn about

“Do you have guides in Ireland?” is a question we here regularly. And yes, we do – excellent ones, who love to entertain with stories and music, educate with history and culture, and amaze their guests with Ireland’s

Every year UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) adds a number of special places to its ever-growing list of World Heritage Sites. These places are recognized to be of outstanding

We've been creeping closer towards a milestone for the last few months, and today we nudged over the line: we now have 2001 local guide-partners at ToursByLocals!We could have reached this number faster, of course. We

Bienvenue à Quebec! Canada's oldest city is also its most charming. With winding cobbled streets, centuries-old stone houses and a lively sense of joie de vivre filling the air, Quebec City is a wonderful place to

The lush rolling hills of county Wicklow, Ireland appeal to more than just travellers – the film industry is also enamoured with the idyllic scenery, and more than 300 films have been shot here! Here to tell us a few

Many people come to Vancouver having left very little time to explore the city. Often they're about to board an Alaska-bound cruise, or are taking a trip across the water to Vancouver Island. This Canadian city is home