Spending time in nature is incredibly important for our physical and mental health. It helps us to reconnect with the world, relieve stress and exercise our bodies. The benefits …
I’m thrilled to share this sustainable travel guide to Malta & Gozo. Having spent most of this past year on these beautiful islands in the Mediterranean Sea (yes, there …
A list of places where you can dine for a cause, or in an ethical manner, here in the lively city of Kathmandu Nepal. How many have you been to?
A guide to sustainable travel and solo female travel in Cairo. Tips from my February 2022 adventure to Egypt's capital.
The beautiful islands of Malta sit in the heart of the Mediterranean sea. Bound by turquoise waters, rocky coastlines and the endless horizon of the ocean, it’s easy to …
___ This June, on behalf of RunTheWorld, I joined the Sierra Leone Marathon – an annual event hosted by the NGO, Street Child, with the aim to bring supporters …
Delicious cuisine, remarkable history, and sustainable tourism? Yes, Paris has progressed in leaps and bounds.
Whether you’ve rediscovered your yearning to travel, or you’ve been looking at the dusty suitcase tucked away in a dark corner of your wardrobe, you may be wondering what …
This June, I will challenge myself in a rather unique and unconventional way and run my first ever half-marathon in West Africa’s Sierra Leone
Your guide to all the sustainable & fair trade shops in Phnom Penh Cambodia. Choose fair, and choose fair trade.
Here are ideas for 6 unique places to have a sustainable wedding for you and your eco-conscious spouse-to-be.
A list of Siem Reap's best restaurants that are giving back to the community. Eat for a cause and visit these places when you're in town.
Elbrus4Alpinists is a sustainable development project aiming to open the Northwest face of Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe and one of the world’s “Seven Summits”, as a …
Switzerland cares about sustainability and has been ranked third on the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) in 2020. Nature preservation is such an important topic there, the country now positions …
If you’re wondering if this blog post seems a little off-topic, I initially did too. Until I realised that Universal Basic Income (UBI) is, at its very core, a …
In a recent podcast episode, I interviewed Green Destinations Top 100 Partnership Program Coordinator, Louise de Hemmer, on the topic of recognising and awarding the world’s sustainable destinations. The …
Emboo River is a luxurious lodge in the Maasai Mara, Kenya, with sustainability at the forefront of its operations. Emboo River is also the first lodge in the region …
Accessibility and inclusion are two pillars in our society that advance equality. Here's how you can be an advocate for accessibility and inclusion in travel.
Each year, an increasing number of women decide to traverse their boundaries and embark on a solo adventure. This movement is so common that the keyword search for “solo …
Photo by Rodolfo Quirós from Pexels This week I published a podcast episode speaking with author Jeff Blumenfeld about voluntourism. When Jeff reached out to request an interview on the topic of …
Nepal has been severely affected by COVID-19, both in the area of health and in the economic fallout related to strict lockdowns, business closures and the large decline in …
The opportunity to become a remote worker has its privileges. One requires a good education, experience in a remote-based job role, and access to the tools and resources to …
It’s exciting to see sustainability trending in the tourism industry. When I first began writing about the intersection of travel and sustainability back in 2015 the concept was foreign …
I overheard someone refer to the effects of this pandemic as – “We are in the same storm, but not in the same boat.” I felt that. At the …
This blog post provides information about sustainable tourism and volunteering in Madeira, Portugal. I must admit, I didn’t know much about the island of Madeira until I heard a …
It’s fair to say Sydney has wonderful beaches. I’ve travelled far and wide and yet most of my favourite beaches in the world are right here in Sydney Australia. …
Photo by Nataliya Vaitkevich from Pexels Travelling with contact lenses is challenging enough as it is, but travelling with contact lenses while doing your best to follow sustainable tourism practices? For many …
This is a detailed guide on where to buy fair trade products in Sydney. The fair trade movement in Sydney is growing, thanks to a flourishing community of social …
Travel4Purpose is a travel platform launched by Kenyan-born Shammi Shah (Sham for short) with the aim to promote sustainable travel in Kenya and other countries around the world. The …
Since 2019 I’ve been exploring Australia and the world using the TrustedHousesitters app, caring for pets and homes, and exploring new destinations. It’s undoubtedly filled my travel cup in …
Dine for a cause, or for the environment, at one of Sydney's ethical and sustainable cafe's and restaurants.
Want to volunteer in Colombia? Find out where you can volunteer in Medellin or Bogota. Guest blog by Diego Garzon. Click to read more.
