Sri Lanka Unpacked: the Jewel of the Indian Ocean

And so I begin to describe something that transcends words. I do not think anyone predicted what a magical experience this tour would be. Hats off to Cynthia and Larry for discovering such kind and inspirational, yet slightly crazy Sri Lankans. And then, accommodating us all through periods of various emotions, heartbreak, uncontrollable laughter and episodes of bad dancing during […]

A journey to Sri Lanka

Written by Shyama Fuad I recall leaving Sri Lanka and my family of origin on 22 May. Ironically, this was Republic day in Sri Lanka when Sri Lanka got its independence from British rule.  It was a tearful one, as I was embarking on a journey to start a new chapter of my life in a land where I knew […]

San Francisco’s California Academy of Sciences

San Francisco is perhaps one of the most environmentally conscious cities in the world and a great vacation destination. The city boasts many green hotels such as the Orchard Garden Hotel, one of the first LEED-certified hotels in the world. There are many opportunities to eat locally grown organic foods from up to 30 venders in the Ferry Building which […]

Jaguars and Giant Anteaters in the Pantanal of Brazil

The Pantanal is the largest freshwater wetland in the world. Just how big is it? Well, put it this way, if England and Wales were suddenly transplanted to the heart of this wetland complex in southwestern Brazil, everyone in both of those countries would be getting their feet wet. The Pantanal is also one of the last major wilderness areas […]

Putting the “Green” in Green River Festival

Jim Olsen admits that the Green River Festival – named by USA Today, the New York Times and Rolling Stone as one of the best festivals in the U.S. last year – had humble beginnings. “It was a half-assed country fest,” says festival director Olsen of the first festival in 1986, which took place at Greenfield Community College, outside the […]

Flamingos and bird-filled marshes in southern France

This title might sound like some eco-fantasy since the French are historically known for making delicacies out of various wild bird species but it’s as true as baguettes in a Parisian bakery. The bird-rich marshes of the Camargue in the southern part of the country amply demonstrate that conservation of wildlife has come a long way in France. The “Camargue” […]

America’s greenest city: Portland, Oregon

The residents of Portland, Oregon have been longtime proponents of the “DYI” or “do it yourself” philosophy which adheres to the idea of making things rather than buying them. Recycling, reusing, bike riding, and other eco-friendly activities and endeavors also fit nicely into this self-reliant, no waste creed and have helped this northwestern city become recognized as the most eco-friendly […]

Rwanda A Growing Ecotourism Destination in East Africa

Did you know that Ecotourism destinations connect travelers to inspiring natural initiatives?.It’s now that travelers should start educating themselves about sustainable tourism, book eco-tourism trips as well as lodges on any Africa holiday that one is hopping to take. Many Africa countries conserve the environment, sustain the well being of the surrounding community and also sensitize the masses about the […]