[Updates 12/10/2019] Anyone who reads Green Global Travel knows we're passionate about ecotourism and wildlife conservation. But it's less well known that we're equally passionate about Christmas. So Keep Reading
20+ Best Christmas Light Displays in Georgia 2019 (with Map!)
[UPDATED NOVEMBER 19, 2019] It's no secret that our family truly loves Christmas. Whether we're heading out to enjoy our favorite Atlanta Christmas events or staying home to Keep Reading
The 15 Best Day Trips From Atlanta (For Nature Lovers)
As a lifelong resident of metro Atlanta, I've always felt that the natural beauty of the state of Georgia is vastly underrated. Even local residents tend to forget the amazing amount of green space 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
Cancun Underwater Museum (Artist Jason deCaires Taylor on his Marine Conservation Masterpiece)
I first see her from a distance, on her knees in the sand. Her back is arched, her face and hands lifted towards the heavens as if in divine reverence. Rays of light dance across her face and nude Keep Reading
Hawaiian Mythology (intro to Hawaiian Gods, Goddesses and Legends)
Author Joseph Campbell once said, “Myth is the secret opening through which the inexhaustible energies of the cosmos pour into human cultural manifestation.” There are few places in the modern Keep Reading
New Orleans’ Mardi Gras Indians (A Photo Essay)
The iconic Mardi Gras Indians are as inexorably linked to the annual New Orleans carnival celebration as beads, boobs and booze. But beyond their sensational suits laced with gorgeous gems, Keep Reading
Exploring Rio Secreto, the Riviera Maya’s Amazing Underground River
Caves held a strange, primal allure for me long before we visited Rio Secreto. From reading about Tom Sawyer's adventures in Mark Twain's classic novel to watching movies such as The Goonies and the Keep Reading
Top 5 Autumn Activities Around Atlanta
Autumn in Atlanta has always been my favorite time of year. From the cool, crisp weather to the rich hues of the changing leaves, there’s something magical about these months before the craziness of Keep Reading
DIY Mesa Verde Tours: How to Explore the National Park on Your Own
When I started planning a cross-country road trip with my British wife, Emma, Mesa Verde tours weren't originally part of our itinerary. We spent most of the last decade in Central America, Keep Reading
Rafting New River Gorge, West Virginia: Family Bonding Through Adventure
With my birthday approaching and my daughter turning 16 in two months, I've become increasingly conscious of time. The 18 summers we have with our kids pass all too quickly, leaving us precious few Keep Reading
Treme, New Orleans (How Congo Square Was The Birthplace of American Culture)
Congo Square is quiet now. Traffic forms a dull drone in the distance. A lone percussionist taps out ancient tribal rhythms on a two-headed hand drum. An air compressor used in Rampart Street road Keep Reading
Top 10 Unique Things to Do in Asheville NC for Nature Lovers
For a relatively small mountain town with a population of just over 87,000, there is a surprising wealth of things to do in Asheville, NC. There's a vibrant cultural community, particularly in the Keep Reading
Minnesota Zoo Conservation: How Zoos Help Endangered Species
When I asked Dr. Tara Harris what her typical day at the Minnesota Zoo was like, her eyes widened and she stifled a small chortle. “I don’t have typical days,” she said. “Every day is different.” You Keep Reading
The Donald Trump Environment Policy: Four Fronts to Fight On
Mustafa Ali worked for the Environmental Protection Agency for 20+ years. He co-founded its Office of Environmental Justice, which helped ensure poor/minority communities had access to the benefits of Keep Reading
90th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (Photo Gallery)
90th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade I've been dreaming of seeing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade ever since I was a young boy, watching the annual broadcast from the cozy comfort of my Keep Reading
