Since day one, the mission of Green Global Travel has been to learn how to live and travel more responsibly and sustainably, and then to share that knowledge with our readers. As our site has grown Keep Reading
Hacienda Tres Rios Resort Review (Riviera Maya, Mexico)
I was honestly skeptical from the moment the PR rep for Hacienda Tres Rios reached out earlier this year and invited us to visit the all-inclusive resort and spa in Mexico's Riviera Maya. For Keep Reading
40 Fascinating Facts About the Hawaiian Goose (a.k.a. Nene Goose)
To understand why the Hawaiian goose (a.k.a. Nene goose) is so endangered, first you need to understand the incredible uniqueness of its native habitat. Located out in the middle of the Pacific Keep Reading
20 Largest Lakes in the World by Continent (For Your World Travel Bucket List)
Whether they're man-made or all natural, lakes are generally among the most popular places for outdoor recreation. Lakes offer everything from swimming, fishing, kayaking/canoeing, and sailing to Keep Reading
40 Fun Facts About Thanksgiving Traditions Around The World
Next to Christmas, Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday, as it was one of the few times of year my entire extended family (25+ aunts, uncles and cousins) got together in the spirit of Keep Reading
50 Fascinating Facts About the Dhole (a.k.a. Indian Wild Dog)
When people think of endangered animals, it’s usually the charismatic megafauna that first comes to mind. Folks envision lions and tigers and bears (oh my!). We think of massive herbivores such as Keep Reading
20 Longest Rivers in the World by Continent (For Your World Travel Bucket List)
Did you know that less than three percent of all the water in the world is freshwater? Of that, nearly 99% is stored in glaciers, ice caps, and underground. In other words, freshwater on the surface Keep Reading
Top 25 Things To Do in Malaysia for Nature Lovers
Malaysia is one of my favorite countries– a place I fell in love with the first time I visited. When people ask me why, I normally start talking and never stop. I mean, what’s not to like? There are Keep Reading
40 Fascinating Facts about the Markhor (National Animal of Pakistan)
Over the last 8 years of running Green Global Travel, there's been an unfortunate amount of bad news to report for nature and wildlife. But the comeback of the markhor– the National Animal of Keep Reading
Maasai Mara Conservancies: A Model for Community-Based Conservation in Kenya
Our first morning game drive from Porini Mara Camp is the sort of experience wildlife lovers dream of their entire lives. We’re exploring the Ol Kinyei and Naboisho Conservancies, on privately-owned Keep Reading
Why Responsible Travel Matters (and Greenwashing Sucks)
Much like "eco-friendly" and "sustainable," responsible travel has become a major buzzword in the tourism industry in recent years. Hotels, tour operators, tourism attractions, and other associated Keep Reading
20+ Camping Tips & Tricks for Responsible Travelers
As overtourism (the seemingly inevitable result of mass tourism) continues to wreak havoc on popular summer travel destinations around the world, more and more travelers are seeking out less Keep Reading
Exploring the Ancient Xunantunich Mayan Ruins of Belize
There is a private ritual I have– sacred and, until now, unspoken– that helps me connect with ancient archaeological sites such as the Xunantunich Mayan ruins in Belize on a more personal (rather than Keep Reading
40 Green Travel Tips (The Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Travel)
[Updated 12/16/2019] If you took a poll asking people whether they'd prefer to be responsible or irresponsible travelers, most would likely choose the former over the latter. But what does "Green Keep Reading
Why I’d Prefer to Forget Visiting the Dead Sea, Jordan
I’m lying on my side casually, as if I'm lounging on my comfy king-sized bed back home. But I'm actually floating effortlessly atop the water of Jordan’s Dead Sea, which is not actually a sea at all. Keep Reading
Indian Animals: A Guide to 40 Incredible Indian Wildlife Species
When most people think of Indian animals, the Royal Bengal Tiger is usually the first species that springs to mind. And with good reason: The subcontinent is home to more than half of the world's Keep Reading