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Did you see our post about the fabulous Antarctica discounts being offered on 2014 bookings? In case you some extra inspiration to take advantage of these offers, we’re celebrating Antarctica all month by posting some of our favorite Antarctica articles. So sit back, relax, and read all about the White Continent!
Snorkeling gives travelers the best of all worlds: The chance to see brilliant and vibrant seascapes without the expense and special training that scuba diving requires.
During the summer of 2012, I had the opportunity to travel through Perú. This country has a rich history of Inca, Quechua and Aymara culture that has left incredible ruins, tales of defeat and conquest, and a population of descendants who are eager to speak of their ancestral history.
I recently signed up for Spanish lessons. I’ve been meaning to study Spanish for almost 30 years now, but for some reason, it was always one of those things that fell to the bottom of my priority list. That is, until now. My enrollment in the class was inspired by a trip to Antarctica in March.
They slide on their bellies across the snow, congregate on icebergs and seem to fly through freezing water in search of fish. That’s how most people picture penguins, in Antarctica. The southernmost continent has the most penguins of any region in the world, but it’s not the only place where you’ll find the tuxedoed bird.
In honor of National Parks Week, we wanted to share an article from Adventure Journal that had our office roaring with laughter last week: The 17 Best Bad Reviews of National Parks on Yelp. How could someone give anything less than a stellar review of America’s most beautiful natural treasures, you ask?
Thanks to your handy smartphone, you can contribute to scientific endeavors while you’re traveling or exploring natural areas near your home. More and more smartphone users are becoming so-called “citizen scientists” using their phones to capture photographs, sightings and other data about the natural world and submitting it through scientific websites and apps.
1. One of 43 landlocked countries in the world, Bhutan is about half the size of the state of Indiana. 2. The word “Bhutan” translates to “Land of the Thunder Dragon.” It earned the nickname because of the fierce storms that often roll in from the Himalayas.
By Marsea Nelson, Guest Blogger Botswana’s dry season—occurring June through September—is traditionally the most popular time to visit the southern Africa nation. Animals are plentiful and easily seen, and the weather is usually pleasant.
As a traveler, you have tremendous power to decrease the demand for illegal products by making informed purchases. Your purchases abroad and at home have a profound impact on wildlife. Demand for illegal products made from endangered species fuels wildlife crime and devastates populations of elephants, marine turtles, rhinos and tigers, among other species.
Some teenagers are masters at weaseling their way out of so-called “family time.” Taking teens to see the world on a nature journey is a great way to foster deeper family ties—and make them better world citizens to boot. It’s a great use of summer vacation time.
WWF lent its polar bear expertise to Wild Travel magazine, writing a Field Guide to Polar Bears for travelers eager to understand and responsibly view the majestic animal in the wild. Check out this beautiful seven-page spread!
