Travel Blog list
Spotlight on Thailand: Khao Yai National Park
December and January are perfect months to visit Thailand. They sit in the middle of the “cool season” (cool being a relative term here!) You’ll avoid the sweltering heat of spring and the heavy rains of early fall. Our
Dec 16 2014
Who were 2014’s Busiest Guides?
At the end of each year, we get to compile a lot of interesting numbers: how many travelers toured with our guides? Which guide sold the most tours? Which tours were the most popular? Where are most people traveling?
Dec 12 2014
Best of TBL! Staff Picks for 2015
Holidays and the end of 2014 are approaching; it’s the time of year where we take stock of what we’ve done, and look forward to all the good things that are to come. In this spirit of anticipation, we asked the office
Dec 03 2014
Passports With Purpose: How ToursByLocals Travelers Can Help
ToursByLocals is excited to be partnering with Passports With Purpose again this year, as the dynamic fundraising organization aims to raise funds for Sustainable Harvest International’s efforts in Honduras. Now in its
Dec 01 2014
Five Fabulous Adventures in Bali
When many people think of Bali, the primary images that come to mind are exotic black sand beaches and lingering sunsets. But what to do once you’re bored with lazing around in paradise? Our local Balinese expert,
Dec 01 2014
Meeting Guides on the Ground: London, Paris, LA, Chicago and Philadelphia
November was a busy month of travel for the ToursByLocals office team, as staff jetted off to London, Paris, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia. While the main purpose of these trips was to attend trade shows,
Nov 24 2014
Explore Rio with an Afro-Brazilian 'Carioca'
Are you planning a trip to Rio this winter? Want to see the iconic beauty of the beaches and mountains, the majesty of Christ the Redeemer? If you’re a ToursByLocals traveler, you definitely hope to delve into the warm,
Nov 17 2014
Witness the Salmon Run on Vancouver Island
This is a special time in BC - the annual salmon run is taking place throughout the province. In many places it's already finished, but not on Vancouver Island, where salmon can be spotted fighting their way upstream
Nov 12 2014
Munich's Best Christmas Markets
There’s snow on the mountains in many parts of British Columbia, and thoughts are starting to turn to Christmas. Where better to get into the Christmas spirit than in the traditional Christmas markets in Germany? Today
Nov 11 2014
A Guide to ToursByLocal's BEST Adventures
One of the great things about travel is the way it challenges us to try things we’d never try at home. There’s something about being in an unfamiliar locale, away from our regular routine and out of our comfort zone; it
Oct 28 2014
Travel Bloggers Take our Most Popular Tour for a Spin
Fancy yourself a Game of Thrones fan? Would you travel for a chance to see locations from the hit HBO series? You're not alone, if you answer yes! The last couple years, thousands of fans have descended on parts of
Oct 26 2014
Verified Reviews: what does this mean for travelers?
If you've ever made a booking - or contemplated making a booking - on ToursByLocals, you've likely read reviews left by previous travellers. These reviews are a cornerstone of our business: they act as an on-going
Oct 20 2014