We travel to explore, we explore to discover and we discover by immersing ourselves into foreign cultures and landscapes. When we travel, having a positive impact on the areas we visit, whether it be social, economical, or environmental should be our goal. Ecotourism is defined as responsible travel and adventure into natural areas that connects […]
Best Kept Secret Canada Getaway – Blind Channel
The loon call echoes across the mirrored water as a seal silently swims by. We big city visitors, living a fast and furious pace of life, pick our jaws up off the dock. Our weekend Canada getaway at Blind Channel Wilderness Resort is off to a stunning start. “We just saw a seal!” I squeal […]
Canada Goose Gosling Gone Missing
My winter frozen limbs begin to thaw at the sound. The Canadian geese migration, with familiar goose honking overhead, signals that spring is springing in Canada. Months later than many other parts of the world the appearance of the first Canada goose gosling signals winter’s defeat. Estimates suggest five to seven million of the species […]
Angel’s Pool – Living on the Edge at Victoria Falls
Turns out the naysayers and name callers are right after all. We are mad as cut snakes. As the guide walks me through the raging waters of Victoria Falls toward Angel’s Pool the truth makes my eyes bulge just a little further out of their sockets. I cling to his muscled Zambian arm like the […]
Packing Carry On For A Month – How To Travel Light
She looks as though she is about to burst into tears. With her husband gently rubbing her back, the two travelers stare longingly at the luggage carousel. The now empty clanking belt refuses to give up the treasured suitcase. Seeing the glum expressions we silently thank the luggage gods that we have been packing carry on for years. The tropical sunshine greets us […]
South African Penguins of Boulder Beach
What’s black and white and brays like a donkey? The South African penguins of Boulders Beach that’s who. Known as Jackass penguins because of their vocal prowess, these Cape Town penguins are an exclusive group of birds. This penguin clan has taken a rather unique journey ending up in a South African neighborhood within the […]
