It’s no secret that we’re proud to be the first certified B Corporation. The B Corp mission aligns perfectly with the values we hold most dear here at UnTours and being certified is our way to say to the world: we care. People, planet, and profit have always held equal ground here as we send…
In celebration of our 40th anniversary, we’ve busted out the old photo albums and are scanning our hearts out to bring you some of our favorite photo memories from the early days here at UnTours. Take a peek at some of the gems we’ve found in the backs of our closets and file cabinets. It…
UnTours has always been a mom and pop shop, and we pride ourselves on our by-the-seat-of-our-pants successes over the years. It is a proud part of our founder Hal Taussig’s approach to life, travel, and business. As we’ve tightened up our operations and gone professional, we have never lost our sense of wonder or fun….
The town of Meiringen, a beautiful traditional Swiss town near the famous Hasliberg Mountain, offers a taste of authentic Swiss living. The town’s main attraction is the Aareschlucht, a dramatic gorge formed during the last ice age that tourists can visit. The town is also home to a tiny Sherlock Holmes museum and the nearby…
Two-time UnTourists, James and Alice Wootton have been generous enough to share their photos and stories from their recent UnTour in the Netherlands. While Italy, Greece and France have reputations for some of the best food in Europe, often times the Netherlands is overlooked. Well look no further to see proof that there is good…
Top 10 Places to Go in Spain Barcelona This seaside city, known for its quirky architecture, outstanding seafood, and rich art history, is a must-see for anyone traveling to Spain. Architecture really is the center of attention, with great works from Antoni Gaudí, the famously-unfinished church of La Sagrada Familia, and many other cathedrals, buildings…
Ahh les marchés, what could be more French than open-air markets? From fresh produce to fish and game to antiques and local artisanal products, every neighborhood has its own. You’ll mix with locals, pick up a little slang and certainly test your mental arithmetic when calculating whether that round of chèvre is a bargain or…
10 British Train Trips from London Although we adore London, sometimes the city is so bustling that we long for slow, small-town, English living. This is why we’ve compiled a list of our top 10 favorite English towns to visit by train from London. All of these can be enjoyed in a day, offering…
There’s so much to see and do in France. Here’s our French Bucket List, a good place to begin. Strasbourg Centrally placed on the border of France and Germany, and an hour north of Switzerland, Strasbourg is truly a European epicenter. It is the official seat of the European Parliament, home to the Council of Europe…
Seven Surely Satisfying Eats in Shoreditch and Spitalfields. Now say that 5 times fast. Or better yet, stop talking and start eating. Here is some excellent local intelligence to get you started, enjoying the culinary scene of one of London‘s best neighborhoods for food. Rosa’s Cosy Thai Cuisine see website for individual location details If…