Small Group Tour Travel Blog

Explore Iceland’s stunning landscapes and cultural gems on a small group tour with The Traveling Professor. Highlights include the Golden Circle, South Coast, Blue Lagoon, whale watching, Reykjavik, and the Northern Lights. With expert planning and smart travel tips, you’ll experience Iceland’s magic comfortably, affordably, and without the stress of going it alone.

The Traveling Professor’s Peru itinerary offers a rich, immersive experience through Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and the Amazon. Travelers explore historic landmarks, ancient Inca sites, vibrant neighborhoods, and lush jungle landscapes. With curated stays, expert guides, and unique cultural encounters, the journey balances adventure, comfort, and discovery — showcasing Peru’s diverse beauty beyond just Machu Picchu.

In itself, Florence is one of the most desirable places to visit in Italy. However, it can be a gateway to visiting other fabulous places nearby. Check out the blog post for the best side trips from Florence, Italy

For clients on his small group tours, The Traveling Professor plans airfares for dozens of travel clients each year. Get his best tips on buying airfare for your next trip.

In April, we published our wildly popular post, "5 (Almost) Useless Facts About Flying". Today we are here to tell you more about some more things you may or may want to know when you fly.

One of the most spectacular sights in nature is the Northern Lights. Because of it's location, Iceland is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights. See The Professor's tips on the how to's in viewing the big show in the sky.

Please do not tell anyone about this Paris restaurant list. They are so good, so fantastic that you will want them all to yourself. These are the best Paris restaurants for lunch, dinner, and even for a snack.

Experienced travelers know how to pack and Linda definitely has the qualifications as an experienced travelers. She will tell you the best ways to pack, all with a carry on, even for the longest trips overseas.

What is the best family and friends trip to take to Europe? It has to be, without question, Ireland. Why? Because the Irish will welcome you like you are part of their family and friends.

Finding a good, inexpensive hotel in Paris is not easy. However, we have done the groundwork to research and find the best hotels in Paris in the 2-star category. We have 5 good choices to help make a trip to Paris enjoyable and affordable.