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Nov|10|2011

Make this Holiday a Green Adventure

Posted by Wayne as Tips

When planning a holiday vacation this year, forgo the usual destinations and do something different: Go Green!

Many of the world’s most beautiful places are located in pristine environments that have long been off limits or underdeveloped for tourism. But as the green revolution has taken hold of just about every aspect of daily life these days, green resorts, parks and other locations have sprouted up to give visitors a once-in-a-lifetime experience that does no harm to the environment.

In fact, green vacations are not only lacking in detrimental effect, they actually help the places where they are located. For example, a trip to the pristine Galapagos Islands is an educational experience. Many of the world’s plants and animals are located there and the learning opportunities are endless. In addition, visitors leave with a greater awareness of the challenges facing many species in our world today.

To help plan your next eco-friendly vacation, we’ve compiled a list of green vacation destinations you should definitely have on your bucket list. Here’s the top 5:
Galapagos Islands: We’ve mentioned this wonderful place already in this story, but it would be a mistake not to place Darwin’s greatest discovery at the top of any list of green vacation destinations.

Dry Tortugas National Park: This group of seven islands lies about 70 miles from Key West and are car-free. Enjoy beautiful coral reefs, sandy beaches, birds and marine life in a package with a reduced carbon footprint.

Alaska’s Alsek River: This region offers the most unique river rafting trip you will ever take. Glide along icy banks in the face of enormous glaciers on a 12-day trip that follows the river for 160 miles before concluding at Dry Bay. Opportunities to view eagles, bears, moose and mountain goats abound.

Kenya: Maybe this one should be up top, but there is no denying a Kenyan safari is an awesome green adventure. Campi ya Kanzai, a conservation camp constructed in partnership with the local Maasai tribe includes 280,000 acres of protected land where visitors can view lions, zebras and the rest of the menagerie for which the great continent is famous.

Himalayas: You don’t have to be a world-class climber to enjoy the homeland of Mt. Everest. Trekking companies offer trips that last a few days to several weeks and may even take you to the base camp of the world’s largest mountain. Stunning views, and friendly locals, all around will provide unforgettable memories.

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