5 Reasons to Love California: Palm Springs & Sonoma
There is so much to love about the Golden State, from Sonoma Wine Valley’s bountiful vineyards, rich history, Pacific coast, and towering redwoods to the diverse scenery, unusual desert landscapes, and striking Joshua trees of Palm Springs and Joshua Tree National Park. This state is truly remarkable with something for...
5 Outstanding Hotels We Stay Around the World
At Sojourn, we are fortunate to stay in some outrageously beautiful places. These are properties offering unparalleled experience and luxury at the end of a rewarding day of discovery. From the Hotel Maria Cristina in San Sebastian, Spain, and the Relais & Châteaux's Hameau Albert 1er in Chamonix, France, to the...
Accommodations That You Can Feature on Your Bucket List
When vacationing to new destinations, where you stay is often as important as the location and the activities. As your home away from home for the week, accommodations should offer a place to rest your head at night, a comforting meal, as well as provide the opportunity to relax and...
Ottawa, Montréal & Québec City: Culture & Cuisine
Canada lays only a short drive away from our office in Vermont and is a must visit for any world traveler. Canada is known for its melting pot of culture, from the English-speaking Ottawa to the Francophone nature of Quebec’s Montreal and Quebec City. Festive celebrations, elaborate art galleries, and...
Lobster Trading and Marine Life of Coastal Maine
Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor are quintessentially Maine to their core! These coastal gems have some of the richest histories in the state and are blessed with an abundance of nature's bounty. Of course, one particular crustacean reigns above all; lobster. There is a reason that no matter where...
California’s Sonoma Wine Country and Coast: Hidden Highlights
There is so much to love about northern California, from its bountiful vineyards, rich history, and Pacific coast, to the towering redwoods. This region is truly remarkable with something for everyone, from long rides through the endless scenery of the coast and forests, to enjoying some of the world’s finest...
Signature Hotels Along the Sojourn Path
What inspires you to travel?More often than not, we hear hotels being close to the top of the list. No wonder why. There is definitely something magical about hotels that make your stay an experience in itself. Our top guest favorite hotels are often described as such, with luxury accommodations...
Tour Leader Series: The Face of Passion and Love: Barb Lougee
Sojourn bike tour guests tell us time and time again that our tour leaders are the best in the business. For those who have yet to travel with Sojourn, our bicycling vacations feature two world-class tour leaders who are truly jacks of all trades. In addition to ensuring guest safety...
Culinary Cultures and Heritage Hotels of Northern Arizona’s Prescott & Sedona
Northern Arizona’s Prescott and Sedona region is the epitome of Southwestern charm. The vibrant culture and cuisine of the region is the result of a melting pot of Native American, Mexican, and wild West influences, which are prevalent throughout both of the cities. Adventurers are quickly introduced to the diversity...
Sojourn Tales : Lowcountry’s Gullah Geechee Community
Though most scholars are not in agreement as to the origins of Gullah/Geechee, it is more or less established that the Geechee and Gullah community traces its roots to West & Central Africa and originally worked on the plantations in South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina and Florida. They have since...
Staying in Shape This Winter
While we are all still recovering from our Thanksgiving feasts, the holidays are always a reminder of how quickly winter is approaching. Eggnog, fires, and even more special days are on the horizon, and while we cannot wait for the pleasures winter brings, the challenges of staying in peak shape...
Along the Wine Path with Sojourn
It’s almost imperative that holiday dishes be paired with the right wine. As we travel through some of the finest vineyards and wine regions of US & Canada, you get to taste a few of the best in the world!California’s Sonoma RegionNorthern California’s gorgeous wine country features a combination of...