On Airlines and Eco Travel
Then, the usual question popped into my head: “Can I really go celebrate the joining forces of two airlines? It’s not particularly in keeping with the concept of eco travel.”
Author: Linda McCormick
How to Find Family-Friendly Accommodation Online
So, how do you do this magical online booking malarkey without committing harakiri? 1. Hire me to do it for you, OR 2. Follow these simple steps to stay sane.
High-End Eco Travel: 5 Luxurious Green Getaways
For those times when you want to enjoy your creature comforts without feeling guilty of treading too heavily on the ecosystem, check out these 5 super luxury eco resorts to see how ingenious minds have blended the best of both worlds.
Earth Hour: Do You Embrace or Ignore It?
Last year, hundreds of millions of people switched off their lights for Earth Hour. Yet, surprisingly, when I speak to people about it; ask them what they’re doing to mark the occasion I am met with blank stares. Like they have no idea what I’m taking about.
Orana Wildlife Park, Christchurch, New Zealand
It certainly made for a strange afternoon. Fifteen excited lion lovers had boarded the enclosed safari truck, along with one of the park’s keepers, and an inordinate amount of fresh meat.
Discover Tory Island ~ Oileán Thoraí, Ireland
Listen to Patsy-Dan Rodgers – the King of Tory, and a fine accordian player and artist – regale you with tales of the island in the Club Sóisialta (social club); sing and dance with the locals at a ceilidh or explore the nooks and crannies of the island that hold secrets of the past.
Inspiring Reads: Slow Travel by Mari Rhydwen
If, like me and many others, you have a dream of selling everything you own and heading off around the world, then read this book with caution as you might just end up living the dream.
Love is All Around ~ Hearts in Nature
To mark this Valentine’s Day, instead of sharing ideas of where to stay and what to do for the occasion I thought I’d share some wonderful images I’ve found of naturally occurring hearts. Enjoy!
Exploring Melbourne by Kayak at Night
I’m always urging people to discover what’s going on in their own back yard, so I thought it was about time to practice what I preach and investigated my adopted hometown of Melbourne by kayak.
Finally, Our Exciting Travel Plans for 2013 Revealed
Finally, I can reveal our travel plans for the first half of 2013. We’re off to Singapore, London, Ireland and Spain. I’m excited. Super excited!