With its sprawling green fields, jagged coastline, mountains, lakes, and farmland, County Kerry on Ireland’s southwest Atlantic coast is an idyllic home base from which to explore the Emerald Isle. But aside from the picturesque landscapes and quaint villages, what’s it really like there? UnFluencer Mandy Haakenson took the Irish UnTour and shared some unforgettable moments…
Umbria is a small region of Italy that brings great emotions to life. Rich in small towns and an amazing natural, artistic and cultural heritage, it is considered the “mystical” region of Italy. Part of the allure of embarking on an UnTour is the privilege of having access to our exceptional UnGuides—knowledgeable locals who provide…
If you’re an UnTourist and have traveled with us sometime in the last three decades, your trip planning probably included at least one conversation with Brian Taussig-Lux, our president for the last 27 years. Brian recently decided it was time to retire. Here we say a fond farewell to Brian and take a look at his…
As the original slow travel company, UnTours proudly introduces a new breed of travel ambassador: the UnFluencer. UnFluencers are writers, photographers and videographers who spend their lives unlocking the hidden gems in your favorite destinations and championing a better kind of travel that preserves and protects. Raised in the US, but living in the Netherlands,…
Scotland is a land filled with dramatic landscapes, ancient castles, and warm-hearted people. It’s a world where you can immerse yourself in food, culture, and history while letting time slip through your fingers. With so much to see and experience, a single week simply won’t do. That’s why we highly recommend combining our Scottish Highlands…
UnTourist Jerry Nolan shares with us his memories of The Four Pass Tour in Meiringen, Switzerland. Many years ago when Sandy and I were making our first forays into Switzerland under the care of UnTours (which turned into a multi year love affair with the country and the company) we noted ads for something called “The Three…
With explosions of color and soft floral aromas, spring in Europe is a festival for the senses. There is a long list of options when it comes to celebrating this season of rebirth—some well-known, others off the beaten path. Here are some of our favorites. The Patios Festival in Cordoba, Spain For one week in…
Have you seen the B logo? Perhaps on a bag of coffee, a bar of chocolate, or a box of butter? B Corps are a new breed of business, vetted for their policies and commitment to people, community, and the planet. While lots of companies like to drop the word “green” and brag about the…
Italian cities offer something for everyone, and its three best-known cities are each so distinct. Amber Martin, our Italian Untour Director, has shared a few of her favorite city photos from her recent travels to Italy this past November. Those who follow us on Instagram may have enjoyed her takeover, with photos from all six…
Hygge is a Danish word that has captured the global imagination. Though there is no exact English word equivalent, “cozy” comes close. Hygge (pronounced HOO-gah) captures a sense of warmth and comfort and hominess that feeds a feeling of contentment and well being. As omicron surges this month and much of the US is in…