Travel blogs are a great source of inspiration and information for anyone who’s interested in seeing more of the world. Whether you’re a seasoned nomad or just building up the courage to take your first big trip, there’s a travel blog out there that will help warm up your wanderlust. The sheer volume of travel blogs to choose from can … Continued
South Africa was a relatively early adopter of the principles of ecotourism, which The International Ecotourism Society defined as “Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.” More than half of the country’s total population lives below the international poverty line, in large part due to the … Continued
Every year around this time, news and travel magazines around the world unveil a clickbait-driven list of the world’s top travel destinations. It’s become an annual rite of passage as predictable as the swallows returning to Capistrano or East Africa’s Great Migration. From U.S. News & World Report to Travel + Leisure, many of these lists seem pedestrian (U.S. … Continued
The end of the calendar year marks the time when people commit to resolutions that will hopefully improve their lives in the coming year. We can work to make improvements in our lives all year long, of course. But there’s something about the fresh possibilities of a New Year that inspire us to make resolutions, set goals and start … Continued
The holidays are a time to be grateful for what we have, like good health, warm clothes, food on our table, and loved ones around it. They’re also a time to consider others who may not enjoy those same blessings. While we embrace the joy of this holiday season, it’s also important to reach out … Continued
On December 17 of 2014, President Barack Obama announced that the United States would at long last restore full diplomatic relations with Cuba for the first time since the 1962 Cuban missile crisis. Because travel to Cuba was off limits for many years, American travelers have been chomping at the bit for an opportunity to immerse themselves in the … Continued
Giving the gift of travel is a wonderful way to share the world with your loved ones this holiday season. But as with any other gift, it can be overwhelming to select one that’s just right. There are so many travel styles and preferences to consider, and you want to make sure they truly enjoy … Continued
Belize had been near the top of my bucket list for 20 years before I visited in January. It’s nature/wildlife attractions are equally impressive to the ecotourism in Costa Rica, but with less crowds. It’s also among the few places we’ve explored in-depth that we’re dying to return to. There are so many great tourist attractions in … Continued
Holiday promotions have been sneaking into our Facebook timelines and storefront windows for several weeks now. It’s easy these days to become distracted by the commerce-driven hubbub of the season, so we thought we’d take a step back to reflect on the importance of gratitude and giving back to those less fortunate. The holiday season encourages us … Continued
