When you think of the Maldives you might picture private islands encircled by white sandy beaches and calm, turquoise waters sparkling. You may imagine yourself sleeping to the sound of…
Cycling makes sense for city dwellers and tourists alike. More cyclists mean less traffic and emissions and as they say, cycling runs on fat and saves you money. Cities all…
The Problem Many of us are familiar with the saddening and infuriating video of a plastic straw being extracted from a turtle’s nose that went viral on social media. This…
Climate change is real guys, and we are all responsible for the carbon footprint we leave on the planet. And as jet-setters, we have a particular obligation to leave the…
Due to an excess of tourism, the government of Thailand has decided to close three of its most spectacular islands to visitors. This resolution has been added to a previous…
Ever thought about travelling alone? Longing to explore the world is something most of us have in common. But what happens when we find ourselves without a suitable travel companion?…
What is Voluntourism? Voluntourism is a way of combining travel with volunteering your time, to help make a difference to a local community. Discover more about a place than just…
A powerful magnitude-8.3 earthquake hit off Chile's northern coast Wednesday night, causing flooding in coastal towns, damaging buildings, and knocking out power in the worst hit areas of central Chile,…
"There was a day when one of my five senses was born again. Or at least, a new way of feeling presented itself during a sunrise in the desert. One…
Every year thousands of women travel alone around the world and have to face the judgement of their family, friends, and even society. In most cultures, it is not well…