Posts Tagged“South America”

More into nature than cultural sites when on holiday? The following eco tourism attractions in Rio will give those with a green thumb plenty of reasons to be equally enthusiastic about their travels as their culture hound companions are. 1) Praia da Barra da Tijuca While there are many beaches in Rio, most are crowded with throngs of people. Those looking for a spot to experience the fine seaside strips of sand for which this part of Brazil is famous in relative seclusion will take a particular liking to Praia da Barra da Tijuca, as its 12 kilometre length allows…

With the consequences of climate change being apparent 15 years into the 21st century, many have made it a priority to reduce their personal carbon footprint. One of the biggest ways to do this is to clean up your commute by swapping out your car for something that uses less/no fossil fuels. While we all know bikes are the best option, they often aren’t realistic when the weather takes a turn for the worst. On these days, options like trains and buses are the best way forward, and while using your local transport system will work well enough, you might…

Want to experience the best natural wonders that the world has to offer on your upcoming vacation this year? The best eco-tourism destinations for 2015 have plenty of surprises that only Mother Nature could come up with, which often outstrips our own human creativity. Let’s take a look at four of our favorites for this year… 1) Costa Rica Building a multi-million dollar industry on tours through some of the world most bio-diverse habitats a generation ago, Costa Rica is one of the biggest destinations on Earth for those looking to connect with nature. From cloud forests playing host to…