In the age of “going green,” vacations are now evolving to fit with the changing times. Not only do travelers become interested about the next best white-sand beach or the most luxurious hotel, they have also become intrigued about the wild safari, virgin rainforests, and other majestic locations that have been unspoiled by commercialism.Ecotourism has become a popular getaway among tourists that some companies have taken advantage of this market trend with the introduction of ecotours. These to…

Travel enriches the soul. Travellers often return from trips abroad refreshed and feeling wiser for travelling to unfamiliar places, meeting new people, and experiencing cultures very different to their own. What strikes many of them most, however, is the poverty that denies people from less developed countries basic services such as healthcare, education, and housing. If you love travelling and care about these people at the same time, then consider becoming a voluntourist. What is voluntourism…

Many seasonal hotels around the world have their doors open during summer and happily close them come winter time. But fun is not all about summer. Winter, too is fun. We’re giving winter-only hotels some love today. Read on as we describe four famous lodgings that thrive on snow and ice. Literally.Ice Hotel (Jukkasjarvi, Sweden)Many travellers complain about the outdated hotel accommodations. With Ice Hotel, however, there’s no need to worry. Located 200 km north of the Arctic Circle in the Lap…

The west-central African nation of Gabon has been put into the tourism spotlight as it became the location of the latest season of reality show “Survivor: Gabon – Earth’s Last Eden,” which was ended about a day ago.Beyond the outwitting and the outplaying, the show displayed Gabon’s rich natural wonders that the country has been proud about.  This small nation is literally dotted with different ecodestinations that provide tourists with opportunities to see the majestic untouched forests, vast s…

There are many great Christmas destinations in the US for a lot of visitors to try out this holiday season. Whether for a family, a couple, or any other type of vacation this coming Christmas, the United States have several great choices available. Here are some of them. Disney World Orlando, FloridaFor a family getaway this Christmas, nothing beats visiting the wonderful and exciting Disney World. A popular theme park, this destination may be the safest bet for a family still not decided on whe…

Eco-friendly vacations have become quite popular among people. With putting high regard towards protecting the environment, many people are opting for vacations that aim to preserve and keep the natural environment as part of its main attraction. Another reason why eco-tourism may have grown as well is that many people may find themselves getting to see some of the last remaining pristine natural surroundings on Earth before it’s too late. With that in mind, here are some of those parts of the w…