Cover art by Pete Oxford
1. Letter from the Editor: Plans for 2018? Be a good human being.
Just be smart, be a good human, plan on one project, and do it well.
2. Shop our store this season and support ocean conservation
3. Glacier Adventuring with Compass Heli Tours
4. Dolphin Portrait for January by Karim Iliya.
A Hawaiian spinner dolphin passes with a leaf on it’s fin. These spinner dolphins drop the leaf in front of another dolphins who will catch it on their fin and pass on. Dolphins are highly intelligent creatures and will often pass the leaf to freedivers if they are in the area.
5. FEATURE DESTINATION: The most amazing nature photography you will see from Galapagos in 2018.
Time to start planning your trip.
6. FEATURE DESTINATION: Galapagos: A DIY Guide for Families
Layers of iridescent blue mix with rays of sun, shifting sand and emerald mangroves. One early morning, hours before the tours from boats anchored offshore would arrive…
7. FEATURE DESTINATION: Galapagos Time Warp.
Twenty-two years ago, I was a bright-eyed, idealistic university student learning Spanish and biology in Ecuador…
8. A “SWIM” of a Lifetime: Travel the world, help sea turtles with Loggerhead Marinelife Center
We all love an amazing trip to an unforgettable destination. But how about a trip to an unforgettable destination that makes a world of difference?
9. Surasak Nuibut, Mountain Climber, Adventurer & Travel Photographer: Germany and Czech Republic
This month Em takes a break from the heat in Thailand and through a winter holiday in Germany and the Czech Republic. Are you ready for an trip like this?
10. Large-Scale Marine Protected Areas: Guidelines for Design and Management
The IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas and Big Ocean are proud to announce the latest addition in the IUCN WCPA Best Practice Protected Areas Guidelines Series
11. How mangroves got their roots back in East Java.
The IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas and Big Ocean are proud to announce the latest addition in the IUCN WCPA Best Practice Protected Areas Guidelines Series.
12. Connect with the Global Marine Community.
In a nutshell, the Global Marine Community is a free interactive resource that gives you access to a weekly email detailing a round-up of events and opportunities in ocean conservation.
13. Underwater Fire – Exploring Submarine Volcanoes.
Schmidt Ocean Institute’s research vessel Falkor recently completed a 41-day expedition near Tonga, using cutting-edge technology to map, view, and sample underwater volcanoes…
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ECO-TRAVEL DEALS
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1. Oceanic Society Expeditions.
See this “Senegal: African Manatee and Turtle Conservation” trip plus many others in the new 2017-2018 Expeditions Catalogue.
2. Bangkok Photo Tours.
We visit traditional sights but focus on markets, street art, and local food. All camera forward and environmentally sensitive.
3. Ever dream of swimming with humpback whales? Now you can.
If you are interested in swimming with or photographing humpback whales Karim guides…
4. Isla Mar Research Expeditions – Field Courses in Puerto Rico.
A field course coordination company in Puerto Rico that specializes in organizing and hosting island ecology (marine/terrestrial) themed courses.
5. Pangaea Ocean Sailing Expedition.
Panex is opening up sailing expeditions for guest crew. This is an unique opportunity to go sailing, cross an ocean, and be a part of something bigger.
6. Loggerhead Marinelife Center.
Imagine roaming some of the world’s most beautiful ecosystems. Gorgeous vistas, affordable travel and amazing memories; immersing yourself in the sounds of nature.
7. SEE Turtles.
…protect endangered turtles throughout Latin America and the world by supporting community-based conservation efforts through ecotourism, education, and Billion Baby Turtles.
8. Pete Oxford Expeditions.
We offer unique, small group expeditions for travelers and photographers to remote and pristine destinations and cultures around the world.