Born Free, Again
As the safari industry follows the global trend to go green, one company has been leading the charge toward sustainable tourism in Africa for over 40 years. Hopefully, other outfitters will follow in their footprints.
On Huaorani Time
Kate Siber treks into the jungle of Ecuador to spend four days at an ecolodge run by the Huaorani tribe.
A Small Gesture: Eyewitness Voluntourism in Vietnam
More than 30 years after the last U.S. helicopter departed from the embassy in Ho Chi Minh City, a young American expatriate does his part to make up for his countrys tragic legacy in Vietnam.
An Altruist's Vacation
If travel is meant to broaden the mind, then the steadily growing field of voluntourism stands to broaden the mind and enrich the soul. But like its close cousin ecotourism, the altruistically simple concept of doing good while traveling is also privy to some easy misconceptions. Here, we offer a guide to get you on the right path to becoming a good global citizen.
Costa Rica Green Adventure GreenSpot.travel
from $2295, 9 days
Costa Rica's divergent ecosystems teeming with varied plant and animal life are what jump out at you on this active adventure with ample...
The Australia Explorer Small World Journeys
from $1920, 8 days
Cairns is blessed with a superb location between ancient rainforest, classic outback and the Great Barrier Reef. On this active adventure, you get to...
The Green Tour of Panama GreenSpot.travel
from $2990, 9 days
Discover Panama's diverse ecosystems, abundant flora and fauna, glorious Caribbean beaches, exotic marine life, and the fascinating Panama Canal...
And Nau for Something Completely Different outside
A new apparel maker opening for business in January is chasing a revolutionary concept: that customers actually give a damn about sustainable products. Will anyone buy their good intentions?