Posted by Amanda DiSilvestro on March 11, 2020 · 4 Comments
One of the first things you notice as you enter Havana is the colorful vintage cars that line the streets. The classic car is as much of a Cuban icon as cigars and Che Guevara and thrills tourists and locals. But why does Cuba have so many old cars? Explore the history of Cuba’s vintage car industry and why the old cars in Cuba are so vital to the Cuban culture.
Read MorePosted by Amanda DiSilvestro on February 19, 2020 · Leave a Comment
When it comes to the ethical treatment of animals, there are many different layers to consider and therefore many different beliefs that exist. Discover Corps went into the field to learn about the complex question of elephant tourism from those who have been working with the elephants for generations – the mahouts in Thailand.
In short, we do not support elephant riding in any way, shape, or form. However, we believe that the problem is not so black and white, and in fact, focusing only on elephant riding is doing a disservice to the animals, the travelers seeking to understand them, and the conservationists working to protect them.
“Now, the biggest problem we face is that in the past, there was plenty of space for the elephants to graze and feed. Now there is a lot less space, and local laws do not allow them to graze on public land [..] so it can be difficult to find them enough food.” – Boon, Head Mahout at the Elephant Nursery
We believe that travelers need to vote with their dollars by going to truly ethical camps, the mahout tradition needs to be celebrated, governments, companies, and citizens need to prioritize proper care to establish standards, and we must work to restore lost habitat.
Watch the video below and get to know the mahouts from our Thailand: The Baby Elephant Experience, and write any questions in the comments!
Posted by Amanda DiSilvestro on January 30, 2020 · Leave a Comment
A holiday destination, honeymoon spot, a perfect getaway for a boy’s reunion- Thailand is not a place, it’s an emotion. On top of everything, it is one of the most accessible and affordable destinations in the world. Check out these 10 facts about Thailand as you prepare (or dream about) that future trip!
Read MorePosted by Amanda DiSilvestro on January 28, 2020 · Leave a Comment
If you’re intrigued by Cuba travel but aren’t sure how to obtain your visa, what the process will be like when you arrive, how to remain legal, or even what the Cuban people might think of American travelers, we’ve got you covered. Check out our one-hour webinar below, featuring the Founder of Discover Corps, Andrew, as well as our Cuban partner, Dayron – both experts on Cuba travel!
Read MorePosted by Amanda DiSilvestro on December 9, 2019 · 2 Comments
Books with a travel theme are a great way to open your children’s minds to new adventures and excitement about the world around us. They give us the opportunity to show our children about the people, places and events that are currently outside of their own experience.
So grab your soon-to-be adventurers and read one or more of these books together. Teach them about our wonderful world one story at a time!
Read MorePosted by Amanda DiSilvestro on October 17, 2019 · Leave a Comment
It happens pretty often – people who do not speak foreign languages avoid traveling to non-English speaking countries, or they think the language barriers aren’t worth overcoming for a one or two week vacation. Whatever the reasoning for this trend, the truth is that if you want to immerse yourself in new cultures, nothing should stop you. If you organize your trip in the right way, you will face no difficulties caused by the language barrier.
Let’s consider seven travel tips on how to overcome language barriers and get the most of your trip.
Read MoreCongratulations! You’ve just won a trip to the world’s greatest travel destination. The catch (because there’s always a catch)? You leave now annnd…you’re parachuting in. That’s right, in a parachute. Sign these 12 release forms at the bottom – no need to read them, time is short – ok, you are ready!
Over the past few months there has been quite a lot said about Americans traveling to Cuba:
Read MorePosted by Scott Dye on July 18, 2019 · Leave a Comment
If you have yet to hear, there’s something happening in the field of wildlife conservation that you really should know about…the animal rights movement is growing. This decades-long form of activism has created meaningful change – especially as of late. A great example of this is with the famed giant panda.
Read MoreFor two hours now you have been trekking through the dense jungle of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, hyper-aware of every detail of your surroundings. The heat and bugs, however, have zero impact on your level of concentration. You are on a mission. Just as you start to feel a hint of fatigue, the moment arrives. Your guide spots a family of gorillas resting just 20 feet away! The alpha of the group turns and your eyes meet. It’s both terrifying and familiar.
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