We are so excited to bring a new destination to our travelers this year: Crete, the island with everything! Both weeks of this tour booked quickly directly from our interest lists (which is why it’s important to join those), but we want to introduce you to the local who will be leading our travelers through […]
While summer in most European countries often means crowds and sweltering heat, Norway offers a refreshing escape with its cool temperatures, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant outdoor culture. Our Fjordlands Immersion tour in July 2025 is the perfect way to experience Norway at its best – lush, scenic, and full of life! The height of the […]
Our Cook Like a Tuscan tour in partnership with The Chopping Block, Chicago’s premiere recreational cooking school, is now in its seventh year. It is designed for people who love to cook and want to experience learning about the simple yet delicious cuisine and ingredients of central Italy, specifically Tuscany. This tour appeals to avid […]
We are celebrating our 10th anniversary here at Onward Travel this year, and that means we are also celebrating ten years of partnering with Chef Jenna Arcidiacono of Amore Trattoria Italiana in Comstock Park, Michigan. Jenna was one of the first partners we worked with to plan a trip, and we are still doing tours with […]
Food plays a crucial role in travel because it offers a sensory connection to a place’s culture, history, and traditions. When people travel, they seek authentic experiences, and local cuisine provides a direct way to engage with a destination’s lifestyle and identity. Sharing meals leads to meaningful interactions, and trying regional dishes introduces travelers to […]
As you may know, Onward Travel is celebrating our tenth anniversary this year. But you may not know that we traveled in small groups long before this company launched! Molly and Kat’s grandmother, Winnie, and mother Peggi, owned a cooking school in Sellersville, Pennsylvania called The Cooking Cottage for 25 years. It is there where […]
In 1662, the first apples were picked in South Africa when the Dutch East India Company – the world’s first multinational company – founded the Cape of Good Hope as a refreshment outpost for passing ships. Fast forward to present day, South Africa is a major fresh fruit exporter with a dynamic industry. This winter, […]
Onward Travel is known for planning thoughtful, interesting, and fun trips for small groups. Now, we are expanding what we can offer to our Onward Travel customer base by partnering as certified travel specialists with Viking Cruises and Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, as well as ClubMed All-Inclusive and Intrepid Travel Adventures. We can book cruises, […]
When a tour ends, many travelers often return home inspired to try to recreate the food they experienced on the trip. But we’ve never seen a group more inspired than our recent group of travelers to the Amalfi Coast this May! After spending a week eating and drinking their way through the enchanting Amalfi Coast […]
One of the most frequent questions we get on a tour is “How did you find this amazing (fill in the blank)?” Travelers are always astonished at the hidden gems we incorporate into our trips, and they are curious to know about the tour planning process. Research is Essential We start any planning by identifying […]
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