When it comes to animals and wildlife, most travellers have good intentions... But sadly, many tourist attractions stem off a lifetime of animal suffering, abuse, and dreadful exploitation, all in the name of profit and greed. Whether you are already aware, or whether this is...
We've all been there... When you mention the dire state of the planet and within the blink of an eye you're arguing with a climate change denier about whether the ecological crisis is real or a hoax. I wish you could hear my sigh. It...
Climbers walk over bodies to queue at the summit of the world's tallest mountain. Voluntourists put their intention over their impact on damaging mission trips. Travellers trample on native flora, disrespect indigenous land and damage sacred sights for the perfect "insta" shot. We all know...
Over the last few days, social media has been hammered with one particular call to action in regards to saving the Amazon Rainforest... "Go Vegan". This isn't unusual; it's been a sweeping statement in the sustainability space for numerous years now. Many have changed their...
We all know that dogs can get mange, but did you know that Australian wombats can get mange too? So much so that it's slowly wiping out the wombat population and putting these beautiful animals at risk of extinction. Up until a few months ago,...
Plastic pollution is a global problem, and no matter where in the world you might be, tourists are responsible for the way they leave destinations, especially in locations where waste management infrastructure isn't overly prevalent. "Take only memories, leave only footprints" Amirite? SO! This is where the...
I went on a safari in Chitwan National Park in the hope to see a Bengal Tiger, and I'm going to cut to the chase... I didn't see one. But after a few days of wildlife spotting and soaking up the incredible atmosphere in the...
In the activism space, putting your advocacy before your own wellbeing is a very common occurrence... Today I'm talking about those in the sustainability realm, but this occurs within all causes and all forms of activism too. It's easy to feel overwhelmed when you spend each...
Flygskam (AKA. the flying shame movement) has been sweeping through Sweden at extraordinary rates... And now, it's making its way across the entire globe too. For those that may not be aware, the concept of flygskam refers to the shameful feeling people experience when participating...
We have less than 12 years until we reach a total climate catastrophe... Increased flooding, record-breaking hurricanes, and extreme wildfires are just a few of the things that pose unique threats to our communities, and the entire world for that matter. Despite what's often portrayed,...
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