Category: Adventure
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Galapagos penguins, giant tortoises and active volcanoes
Did you know that the Galapagos Penguin is the only penguin species found north of the equator? A trip to the Galapagos Islands will not only give you the opportunity to swim with them but to learn more about this and other amazing creatures found only there. The Galapagos Islands was the first National Park…
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How travel will change
The pandemic that we are going through has affected the tourism industry in an unprecedented way. In this podcast episode our special guest, Alison Braun, founder of Earth Treks will share with us what it means to make a living from ecotourism in the midst of a pandemic and will give us some insights on…
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What is a Cloud Forest?
About two years ago I had the pleasure to meet Andrew and Nina, two jazz musicians who play their gigs in a cafe called COFFEE & all that JAZZ in Toronto. I was studying in Toronto at the time and it was Saturday morning so I went to this lovely cafe and saw them play…
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How to choose an eco-friendly destination in two steps
If you are a traveler and you enjoy exploring nature’s hidden gems you probably have heard of ecotourism. When we travel to natural areas and we choose a tourism service provider that focuses on the conservation of the environment and the well-being of the local people, we are doing ecotourism. That’s great right? But how…
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Ecotourism in Ecuador
This video talks about ecotourism in Ecuador given the great diversity of natural regions and landscapes that the country offers. It also aims to open a conversation about ecotourism, conservation and sustainable development.