Observing Sandhill Cranes in Kearney, Nebraska
Herb Hiller in Kearney, Nebraska where Sandhill cranes spend six weeks en route to Canada. For bird watchers, being this close to so many cranes is huge.
Animals
Animals don’t travel like humans do, but they play a part in every human civilization on earth. Here are travel stories that involve animals and animal lovers.
Animal Care in Egypt: Working for Working Animals
Animal Care in Egypt: Working for Working Animals in Luxor Egypt, ACE is a UK-based charity that runs a large clinic and shelter for abused large animals.
Your Dog Will Love Portland, Oregon
Jane R. Stevenson features dog-friendly Portland, Oregon: from walking trails and beaches to doggie boutiques and grooming salons.
Norway’s Svalbard Archipelago: The Land of the Ice Bear
Svalbard Archipelago Provides a Seaside View of Polar Bears in their Natural Habitat By Greg Roensch “The Greeks called the whole of the region Arktikos, the country of the great bear.” — Arctic Dreams, Barry Lopez The loud groan outside my cabin woke me from a deep sleep. I propped myself up on my bunk […]
Dogsledding in Finland: Silence Speaks Volumes
Finland: Andy Buswell goes on a five-day dogsledding expedition in Finland, braving 30-below temperatures and 60-mile-per-hour winds.
Botswana: A Safari on the Okavango Delta
Botswana: Danielle Gerard goes on safari in the Okavango Delta in Botswana, where she sees warthogs and lions and gets lost in the jungle.
Mednoye, Russia: Agritourism Gains Momentum
A horse on the Mazza farm in Mednoye, Russia. Photos by Galina Iskakova. By Galina Iskakova It is difficult to surprise an experienced traveler. Travel agencies prepare the way for attracting and retaining customers. One struggle for the buyer is to expand the portfolio of tourist destinations and types of tourism. A good example is […]
Malaysia: Viewing Our Cousins, the Orangutans
Viewing Our Cousins, the Orangutans: A Wildlife Tour on the Kinabatangan River By Michelle Perry You would think that it wouldn’t be that hard to spot an auburn-haired orangutan in a tree. But it is. No sooner had I dumped my bag at the lodge on the Kinabatangan River than river guide Nelson hurried me […]
India’s Kanha National Park: In Quest of the Tiger
Searching for Elusive Tigers in Kanha Park, Madhya Pradesh, India By Mridula Dwivedi When I first heard from the Gonomad team about a possible trip to the Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh, I was quite thrilled. I finally went to Kanha in June 2009 and stayed there three nights with Taj’s Safari Lodge at Banjaar […]
Traveling with Small Dogs: 8 Expert Tips
Tips for flying with a dog. Expert Jason Rich gives advice on how to bring your small dog on the plane. Carriers to use, what to bring, and expert advice.
Animal Interactions: Responsible Travel Decisions
This is a discussion page with comments about the practice of keeping wild animals, particularly big cat cubs, on ranches where they can be petted by tourists.
Animal Interactions: Making Responsible Travel Decisions
A discussion page with comments about the practice of keeping wild animals, particularly big cat cubs, on ranches where they can be petted by tourists.