7 Best Hiking Trails in Australia
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by Melanie Grevis-James
3y ago
7 Best Hiking Trails in Australia Words by Melanie Grevis-James Australia is well known for its incredibly diverse and beautiful landscapes. From red, dusty bushland to lush, tropical rainforests, from snow to sand, you could travel around Australia for months and never see the same ecosystem twice. And that alone makes it worth doing. One of the best ways to really experience the beauty that makes up this country is by getting up close and personal on a hike. So, strap up your packs and boots and because we’re sharing what we consider the seven of the best hiking trails in Australia. 7 Best H ..read more
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Gift Yourself a Sustainable Christmas
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by Melanie Grevis-James
3y ago
Give Yourself the Gift of a Sustainable Christmas Words by Melanie Grevis-James Christmas is a wonderful time of year, and we all want to celebrate it with abundance and gift-giving. But we also know the pressure that our consumption is putting on the environment. That doesn’t mean we have to give up on Christmas traditions. There are a lot of ways we can be more sustainable and low impact without losing those feelings of joy and plenty with our family and friends. Here are some of our favourite ways to give yourself the gift of a low-impact, sustainable Christmas. How to Have a Sustainable Ch ..read more
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The Best Australian Virtual Eco-Tours
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by Melanie Grevis-James
3y ago
The Best Australian Virtual Eco-Tours Words by Melanie Grevis-James Right now, most travel, especially international destinations, is off the table. We’re spending more time close to home, and less time out exploring the world. And yes, it is very disappointing for those of us who love travel and adventure. But, at the same time, perhaps this is exactly what we need. A chance to slow down and spend some time in our own backyards. And just because we can’t get out in the world, doesn’t mean we can’t still explore widely. We’re lucky to live in a technologically-advanced time. In fact, according ..read more
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The Best Australian Virtual Eco-Tours
Our Planet Travel - Eco travel and sustainable lifestyle
by Melanie Grevis-James
3y ago
The Best Australian Virtual Eco-Tours Words by Melanie Grevis-James Right now, most travel, especially international destinations, is off the table. We’re spending more time close to home, and less time out exploring the world. And yes, it is very disappointing for those of us who love travel and adventure. But, at the same time, perhaps this is exactly what we need. A chance to slow down and spend some time in our own backyards. And just because we can’t get out in the world, doesn’t mean we can’t still explore widely. We’re lucky to live in a technologically-advanced time. In fact, according ..read more
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Oklahoma: The Trail of Tears is Set to Become the Native American Story Once Again
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by Melanie Grevis-James
3y ago
Oklahoma: The Trail of Tears is Set to Become the Native American Story Once Again The Top 10 Places to Visit to Learn About Native American Culture in Oklahoma WORDS & IMAGES: MELANIE GREVIS-JAMES People the world over are becoming more aware and more sensitive to the traditional rights of indigenous peoples. While this fight has typically been carried on by passionate advocates from within the various groups, that might be set to change. At least in the US. In July, the US Supreme Court handed down a landmark decision ruling that almost half of Oklahoma was American Indian land. Three mi ..read more
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The Calile Hotel Brisbane – sophistication and sustainability
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by Melanie Grevis-James
4y ago
WORDS & IMAGES: MELANIE GREVIS-JAMES The Calile – style with an eco soul Some hotels just have it… I don’t normally write about 5-star hotels, because most don’t have a focus on sustainability – or didn’t have in the past. Happily, this is rapidly changing – which I witnessed on my recent stay at The Calile. The award-winning Calile in Brisbane is at the forefront of Australian hotels incorporating eco features in their construction. The Calile is a new-build hotel which opened in 2019, and sustainability is a core foundation upon which the hotel was designed by Australian architects Rich ..read more
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WOMADelaide festival – going back to our roots
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by Marie Barbieri
4y ago
Going back to our roots at WOMADelaide WORDS AND IMAGES: MARIE BARBIERI When the world’s famous cultural festival gathers on the slopes of Adelaide’s Botanic Park, you learn what lies beneath it. As we prepare for this year’s WOMADelaide festival, let’s revisit the last one to whet your appetite for all things arty, cultural, and environmental. Marie Barbieri takes us on a stroll through the highlights from last year. Don’t miss putting the festival in your calendar again this year – on 6 to 9 March 2020 in Adelaide, South Australia’s capital city. The annual WOMADelaide festival is firmly roo ..read more
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Shelburne, Northern New Hampshire – my backyard
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by Dana Benner
4y ago
Exploring my own backyard – Shelburne, Northern New Hampshire… WORDS & IMAGES: DANA BENNER Over the years I have travelled throughout the United States, finding those truly unique environments and the people who live with and not against the natural world. Despite all of these great places, I often neglected my own backyard, namely the wild areas of Northern New England – including the states of Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. For that reason I have decided to focus on the area that I call home. Relatively speaking, New England, when compared to the rest of the country, is a small area ..read more
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Searching for Elk in Cherokee – North Carolina
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by Dana Benner
5y ago
North Carolina – home to the Cherokee Indian and the elusive Elk… WORDS & IMAGES: DANA BENNER It was around Memorial Day when I got a call from a good friend of mine inviting me to spend some time in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina – time to go and spot some elk in the homelands of the Cherokee. I did have some free time available, so I made the trip south from my home in New Hampshire. My base of operations for this five day trip was the Qualla Boundary, which is home to the town of Cherokee, in North Carolina, and the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indian. Besides a great place to l ..read more
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Vermont – The Green Mountain State
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by Dana Benner
5y ago
The Green Mountain State of Vermont… WORDS & IMAGES: DANA BENNER If you visit the New England area of the United States, located in the northeastern corner of the country, one place you have to visit is the State of Vermont, nicknamed “The Green Mountain State”. I have been blessed with the ability to travel throughout the United States over the years, but no place stands out like Vermont. This state, like no other, is truly “Green” in every sense of the word. Green Living Green living is a way of life here. Recycling and repurposing is the norm. Windmills and solar panels are everywhere ..read more
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