Travel photography - the very term conjures up one of the most beloved and sought-after aspects of travel: our ability to capture visual stories of places and share them with the world, transporting our audience to the place we ourselves have been. It is said that “a picture is worth a thousand words”, and nowhere is this as true as in travel photography. No, we can’t capture all the senses of smell, sound and others in a photo, but one well taken can tell a rich story of the place and people in the frame. But how can we take the most epic photos possible while traveling? Read on as we explore how to get started!

Guatemala is topping many “where to go in 2020” lists, and for good reason. But beyond incredible ancient ruins, beautiful colonial architecture, and lush landscapes, there is one more facet for which Guatemala stands out: Food.

With the holiday and vacation season in full swing, we're sure you’ve already been contemplating what kind of products can not only make a great gift for a loved one (or even ourselves), but also which ones are great for travel and the environment, too! Part of working to live and travel more sustainably means making better choices about the things we buy, use in our daily lives, and take with us when we travel.

This May, Global Basecamps will launch our first ever Global Basecamp’s led Group Tour to the Japanese island of Kyushu. Our Senior Japan Travel Specialists, Laura Hagler, will lead travelers on off-the-beaten path excursions and help them delve deeper into often overlooked aspects of Japanese daily life and history. In addition to staying at two stunning hotels, travelers will also lodge at a variety of  traditional Japanese housing accommodations throughout this unique 7-day tour.