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Photography, Travel, and my Canon Lens Recommendations

August 19, 2009

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One of my greatest joys in life is photography. I bought an SLR camera when my son was born in 2005. That first camera was a used Canon Rebel XT, which I purchased on Ebay, and I began taking baby photographs as well as travel photographs. I then bought a Canon 30D on [...]

Ecotourism Resources

July 13, 2009

There is a rapidly growing trend in travel and tourism today toward responsible, ecologically aware traveling. This type of travel can be characterized as the exact opposite of a Club Med vacation. GORP offers up a good list of the principles of EcoTourism. It doesn’t mean you have to be a Greenpeace eco-warrior, but just [...]

Is there such thing as “positive tourism”?

January 29, 2009

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Eco-tourism in Africa – Is There Such a Thing As Positive Tourism?
Many would argue the ill effects tourism can have on natural habitats and the animals themselves but the major argument for positive tourism is sustainable tourism – sharing the benefits of wildlife and socioeconomic development through the promotion of tourism. [...]

Planning a vacation to Maui

December 31, 2008

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The photo on your right is me in Maui.
How to Find the Perfect Maui Vacation Package for You
Are you interested in taking a trip to Maui in the near future? If you are, have you already started making your travel arrangements? If you have yet to do so, you are urged [...]

Environmentally Friendly Travel Locations

December 30, 2008

If you want to enjoy adventure travel to exciting destinations to areas that are environmentally friendly, you should consider some of the eco friendly destinations that can make your holiday exciting while going “green.”
There are many areas throughout the world that you can consider for eco tourism. Some of the best adventure destinations that you [...]

Cheap Australian Travel (And Kangaroo Island)

December 30, 2008

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Everyone has this inherent desire to travel to any country. Australia, with its no. 3 ranking in the World Health Organization’s most health-responsible countries, is a prime destination for immigrants and visitors alike. Australia is also home to several remarkable spots such as the Story Bridge in Brisbane, and the Sydney Opera House [...]

Trang province in Thailand

December 30, 2008

Guide to Trang
Located approximately 828 kilometers from Bangkok, Trang Province covers an area of 4,941 square kilometers. The province borders on Nakhon Si Thammarat Province to the north, Satun Province and the Indian Ocean (Andaman Sea) to the south, Phatthalung Province to the east and the Indian Ocean and Krabi Province to the west.
Trang is [...]

Eco travel in Norway

December 30, 2008

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Southern Norway is the cradle of Norwegian summer. Local climate is mild and summer season is warm. Rocky coast is excellent for boating. Other good way to entertain yourself is to make a trip along the mainland or go in for paddling. Far from the coast you will find small villages with white [...]

Mozambique

December 30, 2008

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Located on the south-eastern coast of the continent, Mozambique is considered one of Africa’s coastal jewels. It is renowned for its crystal blue waters, fantastic coral reef and its amazing diversity of marine life.
This former Portuguese colony, a unique melting pot of diverse cultures, is a major attraction for travellers seeking an African [...]

Walking with the Masai

December 30, 2008

(From the UK Telegram):
By Stuart Heaver
Last Updated: 5:10PM GMT 19 Dec 2008

Many of the Maasai, surprisingly, come armed with a mobile phone Photo: GETTY

Tall and angular, dressed in purple and red checks and armed with simple spears, the Maasai warriors of the Ngorongoro highlands maintain a steady gaze as [...]