Picture a world where vibrant macaws flaunt their sapphire feathers just beyond your window, where rough and tough cowboys navigate waist-deep waters teeming with caimans on horseback, and where the landscape surrenders to the ebb and flow of seasonal floods, submerging vast expanses for half the year. Welcome to the Pantanal, the beating heart of South America, nestled within the borders of Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil's Amazon … [Read more...]
Exploring Kenya’s Wild Terrain: A Handbook for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Kenya, renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, offers an array of thrilling outdoor activities for adventurers seeking to immerse themselves in nature's embrace. Before you embark on your journey, it's essential to ensure you have all the necessary travel documents, including the Kenya evisa, which allows for seamless entry into the country. Once equipped with your documents, a world of outdoor adventures awaits in Kenya's … [Read more...]
Great Global Giveaway for Educational Adventures to Seven Continents Begins January 2024
Road Scholar Contest Winners Will Find “Golden Ticket” in 2025 Catalog Boston, Mass. (January 5, 2024) — Road Scholar, the nonprofit world leader in educational travel for older adults, is having an early kick-off of their 50th anniversary celebration with a contest called the “Great Global Giveaway.” Seven lucky winners will win one of seven educational adventures to seven continents, complete with airfare for two people. These seven trips, … [Read more...]
A Guide to Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro
One of a number of my trips to Africa was built around a singular goal - that of reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, one of the seven summits (the tallest mountains on each continent). Hint, I did reach the summit but not without overcoming hardship on the way. While not the tallest mountain on the planet and with routes that aren't particularly technical, its summit still tops out at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet). It is the altitude that can be … [Read more...]
Justin Francis, Co-founder and CEO of Responsible Travel
Q. Responsible Travel was founded in 2001, that was 22 years ago. Sustainability and green practices were not as widely recognized and prioritized as they are today. How did you convince yourself that you were moving in the right direction? Nothing like Responsible Travel had ever been tried before, so there was no route map. However, I had a great mentor from another sector, Dame Anita Roddick founder of The Body Shop, who I worked for and … [Read more...]
Julie Stevens – A Model Traveler
Julie Stevens is a published travel writer, blogger, photographer, and YouTube host with an extensive background in the performing arts. She started modeling at 13 and landed her first talent agent at 18. She was on stage at the age of seven in her first dance recital. Later, she pursued a 12-month course in Method acting at Lee Strasberg's Acting School. Julie graciously spared some time amid her hectic filming schedule to answer my … [Read more...]
Unforgettable Family Holidays: 7 Fun Destinations for Your Next Getaway
Family vacations offer an exceptional opportunity to make lifelong memories, establish friendships, and embark on thrilling activities together. Planning the ideal family vacation can be exciting and challenging as you strive to choose a destination with everything for everyone. To make your life easier in your search for an exceptional family vacation, we have developed a list of seven exciting destinations that appeal to each family … [Read more...]
Finding Inspiration in Southern Spain and Morocco
I have been fortunate to have visited Spain a number of times, both for wine related business but also to satisfy my wanderlust and ongoing search for ideal weather. I've always timed my visits to avoid the summer months so as not to experience high temperatures and summer crowds. I've found one of my favorite times of year to visit is in late Spring. During my first visit to Spain, I flew into Madrid and quenched my appetite both for food, … [Read more...]
Guide to Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
Gorilla trekking is the leading wildlife experience not only in this the Volcanoes National Park but also in Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills. This is a thrilling outdoor wildlife adventure where tourists go to visit already habituated gorilla group family in the park. Unlike the usual African big game safaris, gorilla trekking in Rwanda involves active participation where you will engage in a trek through the forest, steep slopes, at … [Read more...]
Discovering a new way to cruise with UnCruise Adventures
Tired of the massive cruise ships packed to the brim with thousands of tourists? Not interested in that kind of generic, high-density vacation but still want the unparalleled sightseeing and relaxation of a scenic cruise? Then maybe an Uncruise is the right cruise for you. UnCruise Adventures is unlike any cruise I’ve done in the past. And I quickly found myself warming up to the concept. After spending a day on a special “behind the scenes” … [Read more...]
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