What I Learned by Visiting Japan as a Sustainable Traveler?
Over the years, Japan’s tourism industry has experienced a significant boom. While it may have a positive effect on the economy, it can put a strain on the environment. Green tourisRead more…
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Majority of U.S. adults believe climate change is the most important issue today
As the effects of climate change become more evident, more than half of U.S. adults (56%) say climate change is the most important issue facing society today, yet 4 in 10 have not made any changes in their behaviour to reduce their contribution to climate change, according to a new poll by the American Psychological Association. Read more…
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Psychedelic frogfish – Photo taken in Ambon, Indonesia — Jack’s March Underwater Photograph
The Psychedelic Frogfish (Histiophryne psychedelica) is one of the weirdest fish, ever found in the ocean and it is considered as the Holy Grail of Underwater Macro Photography. The Psychedelic frogfish is not only an insane-looking fish, but it’s also one of the rarest and hard to find, known only from one particular location, and it’s seasonal too. Read more…
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5 Beach Getaways Off the Beaten Path
For many guests, diving at Six Senses Laamu is a special experience because of guaranteed encounters with megafauna including manta rays, sharks and turtles; common finds in the abundant dive sites of Laamu Atoll, which guests enjoy all to themselves. Read more…
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Sustainable Escapes: See the world, save the world
Make your escape to 180 fabulous destinations that have positive impacts on the environment. Organized across five themes—Nature, Relaxation, Culture, Urban, and Learning—Sustainable Escapes showcases the world’s best eco-conscious trips as varied as tropical hideaways and citizen science projects at the poles. Read more…
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TUI Care Foundation & The Reef-World Foundation empower youth ambassadors protecting coral reefs in the Dominican Republic
The TUI Care Foundation and The Reef-World Foundation are launching an initiative to help protect coral reefs in the Dominican Republic. Read more…
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Ocean Acidification Threatens Livelihoods and Lives. Can Anyone Be Held Accountable?
A change is brewing in our world’s oceans: waters are warming and becoming more acidic. The long-term effects of these changes could be ruinous for marine life worldwide, and for the people who depend on it for their food and income. Read more…
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Southern Australian dolphins like to raise their young in the sisterhood
Female southern Australian dolphins like to raise their young within the sisterhood as they hope the strength in numbers boosts their babies’ chances of survival, according to researchers from Flinders University in South Australia. Read more…
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Six Senses Laamu Introduces Blackwater Diving in the Maldives
For many guests, diving at Six Senses Laamu is a special experience because of guaranteed encounters with megafauna including manta rays, sharks and turtles; common finds in the abundant dive sites of Laamu Atoll, which guests enjoy all to themselves. Read more…
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Students from Around the World Raise Awareness of Climate Change Through Art
Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs is honoured to share the winners of our eighth annual Ocean Awareness Contest, an international call for art that invites teenagers to create pieces that explore and raise awareness of ocean conservation issues. Read more
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Haunted Waters by Haley Horvat
When originally briefed for this dive, I pictured abandoned nets floating between coral formations like volleyball nets. Now, finally, beneath the surface of the ocean, I scan the rocky, urchin-covered Samran Pinnacle, nestled in the Gulf of Thailand, through the clear, sun-filled water, and see none. Read more…
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UCI discovery points to aquaculture potential of the monkeyface prickleback
A secret to survival amid rising global temperatures could be dwelling in the tidepools of the U.S. West Coast. Findings by the University of California, Irvine biologists studying the genome of an unusual fish residing in those waters offer new possibilities for humans to obtain dietary protein as climate change imperils traditional sources. Read more…
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On Eating Meat: The truth about its production and the ethics of eating it
How can 160,000 deaths in one day constitute a “medium-sized operation?” Think beef is killing the world? What about asparagus farms? Or golf? Eat dairy? You’d better eat veal, too. Read more…
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Travel Story by PK: My First Vacay in Krabi I
After five long years, I finally had my very first vacation in Krabi. Many people might ask why would you wait that long but trust me ‘Thing doesn’t always go as plans’. Read more…
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Susan Bruce Travel
We’ve been travelling, advising clients, and planning trips across the globe for over 30 years. We help you explore amazing places and people — from mountain sanctuaries in Bhutan to the jungles of Peru. Learn more…
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Oceanic Society Expeditions.
A selection of expeditions and volunteer vacations for our travellers that will further the mission to conserve marine wildlife and habitats. More info.
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Alelí Tours Puerto Rico
Alelí Tours is a small-scale ecotourism business located in La Parguera, southwest Puerto Rico. More info.
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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. More info.
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Ever dream of swimming with humpback whales? Now you can.
If you are interested in swimming with or photographing humpback whales Karim guides… More info.
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Bangkok Photo Tours
We visit traditional sights but focus on markets, street art, and local food. All camera forward and environmentally sensitive. More info.
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Pangaea Ocean Sailing Expedition
Panex is opening up sailing expeditions for the guest crew. This is a unique opportunity to go sailing, cross an ocean, and be a part of something bigger. More info.
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SEE Turtles
…protect endangered turtles throughout Latin America and the world by supporting community-based conservation efforts through ecotourism, education, and Billion Baby Turtles. More info.
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Scuba Junkie Dive Centers
A personal favorite from SEVENSEAS Media. Go to Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai, Sibuan, Mantabuan, Mataking, and more. More info.
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Marine Megafauna Foundation
Our mission is to save threatened marine life using pioneering research, education, and sustainable conservation solutions, working towards a world where marine life and humans thrive together. Read more… More info.
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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. More info.
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Pete Oxford Expeditions
We offer unique, small-group expeditions for travellers and photographers to remote and pristine destinations and cultures around the world. More info.
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Alnitak Conservation in Action on Volunteer Expeditions
Alnitak is a grassroots marine science organization dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity in our oceans. From May through to October, we run expeditions to survey the rich waters in the Balearic Sea, inviting any ocean enthusiasts to join us on board. Our expeditions take place in the stunning Cabrera National Park and the Menorca Biosphere Reserve. Read more…
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This piece was prepared online by Panuruji Kenta, Publisher, SEVENSEAS Media