Vermont Company Enters New Ownership Era
Vermont Business Magazine Boundless Journeys, the Stowe-based adventure travel company specializing in expertly curated adventures around the world, has been recognized as one of Travel + Leisure's 2026 World's Best Tour Operators, making it the only Vermont-based tour operator to earn a place on this year's prestigious list.
This recognition comes as the company embarks on an exciting new chapter under the leadership of Owner and President Bryan Haggerty. Founded in 2005, Boundless Journeys has built a fiercely loyal following among active travelers seeking immersive experiences with expert local guides, regional cuisine, distinctive accommodations, and meaningful cultural connections.
From the Tour du Mont Blanc and the Greek Isles to the fjords of Norway, the landscapes of Patagonia, and the mountains of New Zealand, the company's thoughtfully designed itineraries invite travelers to experience the world at a deeper pace.
Morristown, Vermont resident Haggerty assumed ownership of Boundless Journeys in December 2025 after joining the company in 2022 as Tour Manager. His background spans more than 20 years in the travel industry, with expertise in active travel, cultural journeys, and global tour operations.
“This recognition reflects the passion and expertise of our team and the trust our travelers place in us year after year,” said Haggerty. “Looking ahead, we are focused on creating adventures that reveal destinations in ways most travelers rarely experience, while continuing to deliver the high-touch service that has defined Boundless Journeys for more than two decades.”
Under Haggerty's leadership, the company is expanding its portfolio with highly curated adventures inspired by travelers seeking experiences that go beyond the familiar. Each itinerary is developed through extensive destination research, firsthand exploration, and close collaboration with local experts, resulting in distinctive experiences not found elsewhere.
New adventures currently in development include journeys to India, Crete, Bali, and a restorative Swiss Alps experience that blends rewarding days on the trail with opportunities to explore the region's longstanding traditions of wellbeing.
Guests will enjoy experiences rooted in local culture—from thermal baths and mineral springs to regional culinary traditions and other practices that reflect the rhythms of everyday alpine life.
The Travel + Leisure recognition marks a significant milestone as Boundless Journeys builds on more than two decades of expertise while introducing innovative itineraries for travelers seeking active, meaningful, and enriching experiences around the world.
About Boundless Journeys
Founded in 2005 and based in Stowe, Vermont, Boundless Journeys is an award-winning active travel company offering small-group walking, hiking, and cultural adventures on six continents. Known for expertly designed itineraries, exceptional regional guides, and immersive travel experiences, Boundless Journeys connects travelers with the people, landscapes, and cultures that define each destination.
Stowe, Vermont — July 10, 2026 — Boundless Journeys
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