The days of riding elephants and volunteering for two weeks at turtle hatcheries are over. A decade ago, these tourism practices were well-intentioned, but research revealed behind-the-scenes malpractice at many […]
From Acadia to Zion: A complete guide to all 63 national parks in the United States
For almost a hundred and fifty years, the United States’ national parks have been inspiring visitors. Comprising a collection of stunningly diverse landscapes, from active volcanoes spewing lava to crystalline glaciers […]
How the first of its kind Autism Nature Trail aims to make the outdoors more accessible
Letchworth State Park in Castile, New York has taken a leap forward in making the outdoors more accessible to everyone. The park’s Autism Nature Trail or “ANT,” is a one […]
Introducing Oman’s national parks
Oman’s cities and towns offer plenty of cultural experiences and historical sights, but the country’s biggest draws – and the sites that knock most visitors’ socks off – lie outside […]
The best islands in Central America are a taste of tropical paradise
You have to pity historic seafarers – with so many paradise islands to choose from in Central America, it must have been a daily challenge deciding where to weigh anchor. […]
How to be a responsible wildlife tourist
The call of the wild – and the wildlife in it – is a powerful one. But as the dark truth behind many wildlife tourism activities becomes ever clearer, the […]
The 7 best national parks in Bolivia, from salt flats to steamy jungles
Set at the geographic heart of South America, Bolivia packs a continent’s worth of biodiversity into its relatively compact borders and its spectacular national parks. Around La Paz, Bolivia’s administrative […]
Make Budapest your home base for the best experiences in Hungary
You could easily spend a year in Budapest and barely scratch its surface, but this dynamic Central European metropolis is only one jewel in the crown that is Hungary. The […]
The best places to learn to surf in the UK
Learn to surf? In the UK? It might not have the same allure as the tropics, but with almost 20,000 miles of coastline peppered with world-class breaks, it’s actually an […]
7 destinations for an epic kayak adventure
There’s nothing quite like skimming across the open ocean or braving the rapids in a kayak. Whether you opt for a peaceful excursion or a more thrilling endeavor, there are […]