Adventure Coordinators

11/09/2024

25 Years ago Jean booked a canoe safari on the Zambezi with me. Now she wants to go back to Africa. She remembered my first name, but not my company's name.

So she Googled:

"Tom, Adventure"

And found me.

11/09/2024

Zagreb's art scene is a hidden gem. From quirky museums to street art, explore the city's creative pulse with these must-see spots.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/feast-your-eyes-on-one-of-europes-most-underrated-art-scenes

Image: Julien Duval

10/09/2024

Will a full-on pilot strike be happening at Air Canada? This article offers some interesting alternative scenarios. https://buff.ly/3B7tZkF

Air Canada is warning that some flights could be cancelled prior to the weekend as pilots edge closer to a potential 18SEP strike. The Liberal government is playing down any kind of intervention, but they haven’t ruled it out.

10/09/2024

This past summer I was hiking the Via Dinarica through Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro and Albania. On day 1 I took a wrong step and fell hard onto my hiking poles. They have never been the same since. To top it all off, a week later I lost my ballcap somewhere along the trail.
Today I had lunch with my rep Krista Rothfuchs and she came bearing gifts: brand-new trekking poles and a ballcap. Thank you .andrews1 !

06/09/2024

Edith travelled with us to Norway on a combination self-directed land tour in the south, followed by a coastal cruise from Bergen to Kirkenes. Edith said the trip “was fantastic - I was very impressed with how the itinerary was planned and executed. Everything was well-organized. The ship provided excellent service, and I would highly recommend them. The rooms on the ship were spacious compared to other ships I have been on, and the food was excellent. The excursions were very good and worth taking. I really enjoyed the self-guided land tour as well. Everything was well-organized, well-communicated and pick-up times were punctual and on time. Accommodations and food were great.”

06/09/2024

Amsterdam's hotels are blooming with botanically inspired suites, showcasing the city's natural beauty and creativity.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/these-new-hotel-suites-showcase-amsterdam-in-bloom

04/09/2024

Ride like a gaucho in Uruguay at Estancia Vik, with pauses at Fasano Punta del Este, art centers, wine lodges, and museums.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/saddle-up-to-see-what-uruguay-travel-is-all-about

Image: Korena Bolding

03/09/2024

Air Canada is adjusting some check-in cutoff times in an effort to streamline the travel experience.

The changes take effect tomorrow, Sept. 4.

Air Canada is adjusting some check-in cutoff times in an effort to streamline the travel experience.

28/08/2024

Coreen travelled with us to Morocco on a trip she had had to postpone many times due to the pandemic. Well, as they say: “if you wait for something good, you never wait too long”. Coreen sent these wonderful images, capturing the spirit of the country and of the tour, which was a Premium adventure by .

23/08/2024

Ever since the pandemic, travellers have prioritized bucket list travel adventures. One of the trips that consistently ranks high is travelling to experience polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba. Beyond polar bears there is other Arctic wildlife as well as the chance to see the northern lights.

Here are four ways to experience polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba. But be forewarned, polar bear trips book out far ahead of time.

Here are four ways to travel to see the polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba.

23/08/2024

As one of the most exciting luxury hotel cities, London has a hotel for every type of traveler—from book lovers and Bond nerds to royal obsessives.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/in-london-theres-a-luxury-hotel-for-every-mood

Image: Jack Hardy

21/08/2024

In our ever growing list of book recommendations, be sure to check out these eight travel books that will make you want to pack your bags and travel. It's part 26!

In our ever growing list of book recommendations, be sure to check out these eight travel books that will make you want to pack your bags and travel. It's part 26!The Carbon Cycle: Crossing the Great Divide - Kate RawlesIn 2006 “outdoor philosopher” Kate Rawles cycled 4553 miles from Texas to Al...

21/08/2024

The last two weeks of June, 2024, I had the pleasure to join a departure of Intrepid Travels' Hiking the Balkans: Via Dinarica. It was a memorable trip for many reasons.
This is my travel expert's personal review of Intrepid Travels Hiking the Balkans: Via Dinarica

The last two weeks of June, 2024, I had the pleasure of joining a departure of Intrepid Travels' Hiking the Balkans: Via Dinarica. It was a memorable trip for many reasons.This is my travel expert's personal review of Intrepid Travels Hiking the Balkans: Via DinaricaUrban Adventure in SplitThe tour....

21/08/2024

Explore Stockholm's unique design scene! Read more about how bold patterns and riotous colors redefine interiors in the Swedish capital.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/swedish-decor-embraces-the-eccentric

Image: Simon Bajada

16/08/2024

Spend an evening exploring Dubrovnik’s Old Town’s best bottle lists.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/where-to-drink-croatian-wine-in-dubrovnik

Image: M'arden

14/08/2024

This past June I was lucky enough to participate in Intrepid Travel's Hiking the Via Dinarica. It was a memorable trip for many reasons. Here's my review.

The last two weeks of June, 2024, I had the pleasure to join a departure of Intrepid Travels' Hiking the Balkans: Via Dinarica. It was a memorable trip for many reasons.This is my travel expert's personal review of Intrepid Travels Hiking the Balkans: Via DinaricaUrban Adventure in SplitThe tour sta...

07/08/2024

These laid-back Tico experiences are perfect for travelers who prefer a relaxed pace over high-energy adventures in Costa Rica.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/a-slow-travelers-guide-to-thrill-seeking-in-costa-rica

06/08/2024

This week only - Intrepid Premium trips are up to 25% off

During the month of August, Intrepid is offering a different sale every week.For the week of August 5th to 9th, select Intrepid Premium trips are up to 25% off. New bookings only.Intrepid's Premium trips offer exclusive experiences that immerse you in the local culture, that you just can’t get any...

03/08/2024

Farm-to-table dining is blooming in Kyoto. Learn how Kentaro Suzuki supplies the city’s fine dining restaurants with fresh ingredients.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/peek-inside-kyotos-blooming-farm-to-table-scene

Image: Andrew Faulk

26/07/2024

Did you know you could hang ten with some of Costa Rica’s coolest athletes? Read more about SurfX, the women-run surf school, at the Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/meet-costa-ricas-new-generation-of-surfers

24/07/2024

Last night's flight never took off. Iceland Air just sent me an email asking me how the flight was...

23/07/2024

Still sitting on the tarmac in Reykjavik.

Of all the reasons I have heard a flight might be delayed, this one takes the cake: the pilot's safety belt is stuck

23/07/2024

Got company...

23/07/2024

Part of the joy of travel is trying the local food. And even though I lived in Holland for the first half of my life, there were some new flavours for me to try. New for me were salted herring and a farm boy pancake (raisins, brandy and cinnamon). Oldie goldies were bitterballen (deep fried meat balls where the meat is of a dubious provenance) and French fries.

Which of these would you pick?

21/07/2024

In The Netherlands many of the washrooms are not gender specific, often due to a lack of space. This particular reminder is helpful to those who otherwise might do their thing standing up.

19/07/2024

At the end of another interesting day in travel I am doing a reboot which may or may not lead to an outage

19/07/2024

Planes grounded as mass worldwide IT outage hits airlines, media and banks

Check with your airline for updates

16/07/2024

Explore Zagreb's top restaurants and bars for artisanal foods, house schnapps, and fresh roasts.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/to-find-croatias-best-restaurants-and-bars-head-to-the-capital

Image: J. Duval and Zagreb Tourist Board

12/07/2024

With private guides, turn a few short days in Rome into the coolest trip ever.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/tomgehrels/travel/articles/how-to-do-rome-the-right-way

Image: Abercrombie & Kent