8 articles tagged with eco friendly travel
The morning call to prayer mingles with the scent of fresh manoushe and the distant Mediterranean breeze as I sip thick Arabic coffee on a Gemmayze balcony. This is Beirut – a city where ancient history and resilient modernity dance...
The moment our small seaplane banked over Oahu's windward coast, revealing that impossible gradient of turquoise to cobalt blue waters embracing Kailua Beach, I knew this would be different from my typical research expeditions. Trading the Scottish Highlands' vintage steam...
Growing up with Tlingit teachings about forest wisdom, I've developed a sixth sense for finding those magical pockets of nature that don't make it onto tourist brochures. Columbia, Missouri might not scream 'outdoor adventure destination' to most travelers, but trust...
The ferry's wake faded behind us as Block Island emerged from the morning mist, its undulating green landscape promising adventure. As a marine biologist who's cycled coastlines from Okinawa to Sardinia, I've developed a particular fondness for exploring island ecosystems...
When I first landed in Kinshasa last October, the humid air hit me like a wall as I stepped off the plane. After 15 years exploring sustainable travel options across four continents, the Democratic Republic of Congo had always remained...
Picture this: vibrant masks bursting with color, pounding merengue rhythms that move through your body like electricity, and streets transformed into rivers of dancing revelers. Welcome to La Vega Carnival, where I discovered a celebration that honors both cultural heritage...
Standing on the shores of Hampton, Virginia, with the gentle Chesapeake Bay breeze tousling my hair, I'm struck by the fascinating dichotomy of this coastal gem. As a conservation scientist accustomed to exploring coral reefs and tropical coastlines, I've discovered...
When my kids and I first stepped off the cruise ship into Hamilton, Bermuda's charming capital, we were immediately captivated by the pastel-colored buildings and crystal-clear waters. But as a mom who's navigated destinations from the Florida Keys to the...