It wasn't all that long ago that the idea of taking an Antarctic vacation was little more than a pipe dream for most travelers.Daring explorers such as Roald Amundsen and Ernest Shackleton Keep Reading
15 Harmful Traditions & Cultural Practices Tourists Should Never Support
In the last few decades, as international travel has gotten exponentially easier and animal rights issues more pervasive, harmful cultural practices have come to the forefront of travel Keep Reading
40 Fascinating Facts About the Amur Leopard
When it comes to animals that fascinate us, few do so as frequently as big cats.There's the ferociousness of the African Lion, prides of which have been known to take out Elephants. There's the Keep Reading
Top 15 Female Wildlife Conservationists & Animal Rights Activists
March is Women’s History Month, and March 8 is International Women's Day. To celebrate, we thought this would be a great time to honor 15 inspirational women who are outspoken wildlife Keep Reading
40 Fascinating Facts About the Saola (a.k.a. Asian Unicorn)
It seems somehow fitting that the Saola– an animal often referred to as the “Asian unicorn”– lives in a remote range of misty mountains in Southeast Asia.There in the Annamite Range bordering Keep Reading
50 Interesting Facts About Gorillas
The largest of the primate species, gorillas rank amongst the most recognized and the most endangered species in the world. Much of our cultural fascination with gorillas centers around just how human Keep Reading
55 Interesting Facts About Elephants (for World Elephant Day)
August 12 is World Elephant Day– a day to celebrate one of the planet's most beloved animals and draw attention to the challenges they face. There are two extremely important facts about 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
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
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
Animals in Kenya: A Guide to 40 Species of Kenyan Wildlife
Our 17-day Kenya safari last month was a lifelong dream come true.Exploring the country's finest National Parks, wildlife reserves, and community-based conservancies blessed us with a cornucopia 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 wild Keep Reading
Saving Endangered Asian Animals: The 10 Best Wildlife Conservation Programs
Before I begin, I have a confession to make: My name is Anna, and I have a serious soft spot for animals. Endangered Asian animals have become a particular favorite.In the last three years, I have Keep Reading
30 Amazing Galapagos Islands Animals
In a rugged archipelago situated 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, there are more than 200 recorded species of Galapagos Islands animals. From a historical perspective, the islands' remote location Keep Reading
60 Weird Animals Around the World
The world is a wild and wonderful place, filled with millions of unique animal species most of us have never even heard of.Growing up feeling like a bit of an odd bird myself, I've always been Keep Reading
10 Best National Parks In USA For Wildlife Watching
The 59 U.S. National Parks invite the public to enjoy nature, recharge their spirits, and pass on wonderful travel memories to future generations.Ever since the National Park Service was Keep Reading
