SEVENSEAS Travel Magazine – November 2018 – Issue 43

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From the Editor: What to do when elections don’t go your way and how to ruin Thanksgiving through evidence-based conversation

Giacomo Abrusci headshot

“You don’t have to say candidate Y should have won or person Z is Lord Voldemort. Use simple facts governing issues that concern everyone and let Uncle Fred offer the solution.” Read more…


Washington, DC Ocean Networking Happy Hour

District Oceans Networking Happy Hour Invite

Hey Washingtoceanians, come to our last District Ocean Networking Happy Hour before we break for the holidays. Join us at Eaton Hotel Rooftop November 14. Read more…


What Contaminants Define Water Pollution and Why Should We Care?

Water pollution is both a common and an avoidable problem. Most of what pollutes the water can prevented or limited, and what remains can be filtered out by water companies and in the home. Read more…


Under the Waves with Karim Iliya for November 2018Whale mother and calf

A young baby whale and its mother cruising slowly past in the shallow waters of Tonga. The calf closed its eye as it came up for a breath of air. Read more…


Saving Coral Reefs with Biosecure, Zero Water Exchange Aquaculture

Huge cup sponges in Bocas Del Toro, Panama.

Globally corals have diminished primarily due to increasing water temperatures with periodic, intense El Niño events. However, equally destructive are nutrient and chemical inputs from agriculture, deforestation, untreated domestic wastewater, and unlimited water exchange from aquaculture. Read more…


Sea of Change Foundation On-Line Auction

man standing by the ocean

This year, for the first time, the Sea of Change Foundation is pleased to invite the greater dive community and all our friends to enjoy our fundraiser auction both on-line before and/or in person at our annual Coral Reefs Forever Gala. Read more…

TRIP: Snorkel with Florida manatees and learn about their ecology and conservation

manatee in Florida

The highlight of the adventure will be two mornings spent snorkeling alongside large congregations of Florida’s endangered manatees, in the crystal clear springs that they rely on in the winter months. Read more…


Floridian Flamingo Fotoshoot

pink flamingo

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When Sharks Fly!

shark

In order to get the upper hand the 600kg-1000kg animal will launch its self vertically from below, hitting the seal like a speeding bus with intension. The final result is a cinematic display of nature at its most honest, a strange mixture of beauty and brutality. Read more…



Trail Hiking Necessities to Pack on Your Next Outing

Columbia Sportswear boots

Whether you’re planning a three-mile hike along the outskirts of Glacier National Park or a 30-mile hike through the Grand Canyon, bringing the proper hiking gear is a necessity. Read more…



6 Things You Can Do to Protect Coral Reefs

coral reef

Coral reefs are beautiful and majestic underwater ecosystems, but unfortunately, they are now facing numerous risks, from pollution and reckless tourist activities to ocean water temperature rise and acidification. Read more…


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Plastic Whale Creates Value from Plastic Waste

Bags of plastic trash collected from waterways

One company in Amsterdam has found a way to add an adventuring twist to tackling plastic pollution. Plastic Whale is a professional plastic fishing company whose mission is to create value from plastic waste. Read more…


Killer starfish and explosive fishing: The everyday people taking a stand against threats to coral

TRACC COTS Removal Program

They are hunting down crown of thorns starfish in an effort to rid the reef of a deadly outbreak of this invasive species, before it is destroyed. Read more…


Two Rehabilitated Turtles Released off Juno Beach Florida

sea turtle release

It is with a great sense of pride and gratitude that we inform you about Rosie & Providencia’s return to the ocean after successful rehabilitation at the Sea Turtle Hospital at Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Read more…


The Global Marine Community Weekly Conservation Post

Global Marine Community logo

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, jobs, and announcements in ocean conservation. Read more… 


Chandelier Cave, Palau: Jack’s November 2018 Underwater Photography Featureperson cave diving

The darkness can be overwhelming for someone who has not dived in a cave before. But as you swim toward the walls and ceiling you’ll see the stunning stalactites come into focus and they pierce the still water surface, mirroring into the darkness. Read more…


Images from Florida’s Red Tide

Florida Red Tide

Scroll through some Instagram user-generated photography to see effects of the Florida’s toxic red tide. See more…

eco travel deals

ECO-TRAVEL DEALS

Below are a few of our favorite tour centers and operators. Be sure to mention SEVENSEAS Media for special rates and discounts when making your inquiry.

Oceanic Society Expeditions. 

people touching a whale

A selection of expeditions and volunteer vacations for our travellers that will further the mission to conserve marine wildlife and habitats.


Alelí Tours Puerto Rico people snorkelling in Puerto Rico

Alelí Tours is a small-scale ecotourism business located in La Parguera, southwest Puerto Rico. 


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.

Bangkok Photo Tours. 

We visit traditional sights but focus on markets, street art, and local food. All camera forward and environmentally sensitive.

 


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.


SEE Turtles. 

…protect endangered turtles throughout Latin America and the world by supporting community-based conservation efforts through ecotourism, education, and Billion Baby Turtles. 


Scuba Junkie Dive Centers

sea turtleA personal favorite from SEVENSEAS Media. Go to Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai, Sibuan, Mantabuan, Mataking, and more.

Ever dream of swimming with humpback whales? Now you can

If you are interested in swimming with or photographing humpback whales Karim guides…


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.


Pete Oxford Expeditions. 

pete oxford, vacation, tours, ecotourism, sustainable travel, lion travel africaWe offer unique, small group expeditions for travelers and photographers to remote and pristine destinations and cultures around the world. 

 


 

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This piece was edited and posted onto SEVENSEAS Media by Giacomo Abrusci.