7 of Our Favourite Things to in Amman (+ Where to Stay)
Amman was one of the highlights on our Jordan route. Despite being a bustling city, it is not overwhelming, and there are plenty of things to do in Amman. From history to culture, to shopping and cafe culture, Amman’s highlight has got to be the Ammanis themselves.
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Why in the Age of Overtourism, it’s More Important than Ever to Travel.
Solutions to overtourism are complex, but we believe that the answer is not to stop travelling. In fact responsible travel can help solve many of the problems of overtourism by
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A Guide to the Best Eco Lodges in Costa Rica by Region
There are few countries in the world that conjure a stronger image of ecotourism, perhaps, than Costa Rica. Our guide to Costa Rica eco lodges and sustainable accommodation is all you need to find the right accommodation in Costa Rica for the (sustainable) trip of a lifetime!
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How to be a Positive Impact Traveller in 2019.
Positive Impact Travel is travel that is enriching for the traveller as well as for the people of the host country / destination, as well as doing as little harm as possible environmentally. Positive Impact Travel is the enabler of possibility, supporter of local initiatives, and gives voice to the stories of a place that are less heard. Here’s how you can get involved!
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First Time India: How to Plan Travel (and What to Expect!)
Editorial Disclosure: This post contains compensated affiliate links. For more information on what type of organisations I work with, you can read my Editorial Policy. First Time India: A Complete Guide to Travel in India. Updated August 2018 I'd dreamed of travelling...
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How to Help Protect Endangered Wildlife Through Travel.
A recent report by the WWF showed that shockingly, wildlife populations have declined by as much as 60% since 1970. In this article we look at what role tourism has to play – and if indeed travel can be compatible – with conservation of endangered species. Read on for tips on how to support wildlife protection on your travels and for finding the best wildlife holidays that are responsible.
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Moving Continents: How we Ended Up in Toronto, Canada!
In a (partly) unexpected pivot of life, we found ourselves moving across oceans this summer to Toronto, Canada our new home. Here's the back story to what brought us to Canada and a little advice for those considering moving to Toronto too. Plus.. what's next for us!...
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Transformational Travel: In Search of Something in Costa Rica.
It’s not everyday your inbox delivers an invitation to explore the concept of Transformational Travel – in the beautiful country of Costa Rica, no less. And so, with the promise of Adventure and perhaps Transformation,
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Responsible Travel in Goa: Is It “Too Late” to Visit??
Once a hippy-paradise with swaying palms and the occasional coco-hut, Goa is one of India's highlights. Over recent years, though it has become a victim of its own success, and we'd heard many reports saying that Goa had been ruined by over tourism and over...
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Visiting Iraq al Amir Womens’ Cooperative in Jordan.
Visiting Iraq al Amir womens’ cooperative is a chance to see rural life in Jordan and support this inspiring project in the beautiful Wadi Seer valley just 45 minutes away from Amman
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Why you Should Visit Northern Jordan.
We’d come to Pella – a small and remote village in the north of Jordan to stay at Beit-al-Fannan, the House of the Artist. Over the next two days we’d spend time at both Pella and a small town called Umm Qais, getting a bit more familiar with Jordanian culture and hospitality, and learning about
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The Best of Responsible Travel in Kerala: A Guide.
Planning a trip to Kerala and want the best places to see and stay? Our guide to ecotourism in Kerala covers the best of responsible travel in Kerala and much more
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Off-Beat Mauritius: 7 Reasons to Visit Beyond the Beaches.
There’s plenty more that pretty Mauritius has to offer than beaches – get off the beaten path and discover the best of ecotourism in Mauritius with our guide
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The Maitree Express: Kolkata to Dhaka by Train.
Travelling from Kolkata to Dhaka by train on the Maitree Express: what you need to know. Maitree express schedule, pricing, how to buy a ticket and everything you need to travel from India to Bangladesh by train.
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Exploring Uphill Kerala: Thekkady & Periyar Tiger Reserve.
Thinking of visiting Periyar and looking for things to do in Thekkady, Kerala? Our stay at Spice Village resort was an example of responsible tourism in Periyar
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How to Reduce your Carbon Footprint while Travelling.
When it comes to making travel more environmentally sustainable, and low carbon travel, this much is true: Carbon Emissions continue to rise. So, what can we do to clean up our travel-act? Here are some of our top tips for low-carbon-footprint travel.
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In Search of Swimming Tigers: Exploring Bangladesh’s Sundarbans.
Punting down narrow, muddy creeks, as the sun rose in the background, our eyes were peeled. Watching for any sign of movement or a noise that was different from the muted splosh of water around the boat, or the tweeting kingfishers. As we watched the dense jungle, we wondered..
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First Time Delhi: How to Survive (and do a little good)!
Wondering what are the best things to do in Delhi during your first trip? How to survive the tourist scams? Read on for the best of Delhi travel tips and suggestions for responsible travel in Delhi, India.
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Responsible Travel in Kumarakom: Coconut Lagoon Kerala Review.
Kumarakom, and Coconut Lagoon Kerala are perhaps the perfect spot to experience a slowed-down version of the Kerala backwaters, and a touch of luxury too
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The Year of Sustainable Tourism is Over. Now What?
What's Next for Sustainable Tourism in 2018? Tagged #IY2017, 2017 was named the International Year of Sustainable Tourism. The growing realisation that the world cannot cope with the projected growth in tourism (in its current form) saw an awareness campaign lead by...
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Bangladesh Travel: 30 Things to Know Before you Go.
Curious about travel in Bangladesh? Read my top Bangladesh travel tips including advice for female travellers to Bangladesh, and what you need to know before you go to Bangladesh.
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The Reality of Solo Female Travel in Bangladesh.
After my time in Bangladesh was over, I couldn’t help but look back on my time there and feel two strong emotions. One was how surprised and overwhelmed I had been by the friendliness and hospitality of people there. But the other was that
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Best Places for Eco Friendly Travel in The Philippines.
The Smallprint: Some of the organisations mentioned in this post hosted me or gave me a discount. As always, the stories, experiences and opinions expressed here are purely my own. This post contains affiliate links. For more information on affiliates and what type of...
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The Best of Responsible Travel in London: A Guide.
Looking for responsible things to do in London and the best eco hotels in London? Get started with my guide to sustainable travel in London here
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