Ecuadorian President, Rafael Correa has decreed that the Galapagos Islands are “at risk”. If considering a trip to the Galapagos Islands to see this this “living laboratory of evolution” …it is imperative to pick a reputable tour guide. The Galapagos Conservancy are a group that raises more than $2 million annually to fund the conservation work of the Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF) and the Galapagos National Park Service (GNPS). Check out their website first if you are considering a trip to Galapagos.
Galapagos Conservancy

The Snaefellsnes Peninsula offers a sample of most of the things that make Iceland so special. It is an area rich in tradition and mystique, faeries and elves are everywhere. From trips on the glacier to whale watching trips, a trip to Iceland is a rewarding and varied experience, and is made more so by the knowledge that everything involved has been carefully considered for social and environmental responsibility.

Hellnar was originally run as a farm retreat. Since then Hellnar has evolved into one of Iceland’s most influential environmental destinations, and gaining international recognition through the Green Globe 21 scheme. Inspired by the eco-community in Findhorn, Scotland, all the buildings at the hotel are built using sustainable materials and techniques, and food is sourced from the local community.

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