TripSavvy • 15th January 2021

How Pandemic-Related Closures Allowed Oahu's Hanauma Bay to Recover

Carved by nature into the coastline of Oahu’s east side and distinguishable by its turquoise waters, Hanauma Bay is a true natural wonder of Hawaii. A result of the island’s most recent volcanic activity about a million years ago, this curved bay boasts easy accessibility, proximity to Waikiki, and some of the state’s best snorkeling. Because of this, Hanauma Bay earns a place on the itinerary of almost every tourist who visits Oahu.

Treehugger • 24th December 2020

Are Grizzly Bears Endangered? Conservation Status and Outlook

These unique bears are named for their signature white-tipped brown fur, which can give them a “grizzled” look when backlit by the sun. Grizzlies were once found throughout the entire United States and down into Mexico, but due to overhunting and habitat loss, the bears lost 98% of their historic range, according to the National Wildlife Federation.

Treehugger • 9th December 2020

Why Rhinos Are Endangered and What We Can Do

All species of rhino are extremely threatened by poaching and habitat loss, with the former primarily driven by illegal wildlife trade in Vietnam and China for horns and other body parts. Rhino parts are considered a high value gift item and certain cultures believe that they have medicinal properties, which has led to extreme overhunting throughout the last few centuries.

TripSavvy • 5th August 2020

Experience the Rich History of Chocolate in Hawaii

Crops like sugarcane, coffee, and pineapple have always taken center stage in Hawaii’s agricultural history. While these valuable commodities have brought rapid population growth and big business to the islands in the past, the future looks bright for another particular plant that thrives in the Hawaiian sun: cacao.

Inhabitat • 4th September 2020

Palau is pioneering a new model of sustainable tourism

In partnership with Sustainable Travel International and Slow Food, the Palau Bureau of Tourism has launched a new project aimed at mitigating its tourism-based carbon footprint. The project’s long-term goal is to establish the island country as the world’s first official carbon-neutral tourism destination. With a focus on specific approaches to sustainable tourism, such as promoting local food production and developing a transparent carbon management plan, the project is sure to serve as an inspiration to other countries.

TripSavvy • 3rd August 2020

Five Incredible Road Trips in Hawaii

Before you begin to chuckle at the idea of road tripping on an island, hear us out. A road trip in Hawaii is all about taking your time to experience the beauty around you, whether it's hopping out of the car to explore a rainy waterfall trail, finding a hidden banana bread stand, or feeling the breeze from a scenic lookout over the Pacific Ocean.

TripSavvy • 17th July 2020

San Francisco Guide: Planning Your Trip

The culture of San Francisco is diverse and vibrant, which is all too evident in the city’s art, music, and food scenes. Experience a stunning example of the city’s architectural force at City Hall or the San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts. Sightsee on the cable car and stop at Ghirardelli Square for a hot fudge sundae or take a walk along the Embarcadero in search of barking sea lions. This beautifully historic city is practically bursting with unique things to discover, whether you’re visiting for the first time or have lived there for years.

Inhabitat • 2nd August 2020

How to support environmental justice

Concerns linked to hazardous waste sites, failing infrastructure and money-saving policy changes in vulnerable communities continue to plague the environment and the humans who live there. Low-income communities and communities of color are especially at risk; think Flint, Michigan, when a 2014 policy change led to at least 100,000 people losing access to clean water.

TripSavvy • 10th June 2020

7 Drinks With Historic Ties to Popular Travel Destinations

Just like food, music, or art, indulging in a country’s favorite drink can give travelers a deeper understanding of culture and connection to a sense of place. Prepare for an upcoming trip with a destination-themed cocktail party (you know, for research), or, take a vicarious journey through the national drinks of countries on your travel bucket list.

Inhabitat • 15th June 2020

Trump allows commercial fishing in Atlantic national monument

The Trump administration announced on Friday that the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument, which encompasses over 5,000 square miles of the Atlantic Ocean 130 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, will open to commercial fishing.

Wasabi Magazine • 15th June 2019

A History in Ink

The space around his spot in the middle of the Pacific Ink and Art Expo is brimming with distractions, and yet the concentration of the artist known as Horishige never waivers. The gentle poking of the small tebori tool appears almost effortless, but every plunging placement of the needle is calculated and precise.

TripSavvy • 7th April 2020

If You Really Love Hawaii, Now Is The Time to Stay Away

In what is usually the onset of Hawaii’s busy summer season, the state’s vibrant parks, historical sites, restaurants, bars, beaches, and hotels have remained almost entirely vacant throughout the first days of April. Famed Waikiki Beach, generally packed with hardly a space to lay down a towel, is virtually deserted save for a few loyal surfers dotting the waves.

TripSavvy • 26th May 2020

Hotels Across the World are Being Repurposed to Help Fight the Pandemic

On the south end of Michigan Avenue in Chicago, in an area known as the "cultural mile," the four-star Hotel Essex has set aside 274 rooms for a particular purpose. The rooms won't be home to weary travelers, but rather are being reserved for the city's police officers, firefighters, and paramedics on the front lines of the pandemic.

Inhabitat • 5th May 2020

This Napa Valley winery has been farmed organically since 1985

Nestled on a gently sloping segment of land on the quiet, western end of St. Helena, California, Spottswoode Estate contains a remarkable piece of environmental history. The property became one of the first vineyards in the Napa Valley to farm 100% organically in 1985, eventually evolving into a leader in sustainable farming for the famous wine-growing region.

Inhabitat • 6th April 2020

The connection between coronavirus and wildlife exploitation

With the constant string of coronavirus coverage seizing social media, news outlets and pretty much every aspect of everyday life, citizens around the world are turning to the experts for information. While most Americans are focused on the future, whether it be economically, socially or medically, many specialists and scientists behind the scenes are looking to the past.

Far & Wide Travel • 21st February 2019

The Extraordinary History of the Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge has long been called “the world’s most photographed bridge,” and it's easy to see why. The imposing structure rises out of the San Francisco fog as if by magic, its signature rusty-orange hue contrasting brilliantly with the deep blue sea.

TripSavvy • 4th August 2020

Discover California's Central Coast

California’s famous central coast stretches from just north of Los Angeles in Ventura County to south of San Francisco in Santa Clara, encompassing the spectacular regions of Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Big Sur, and Monterey. Its 350 miles of beautiful coastline incorporates stunning vistas of the Pacific Ocean from 400-foot sea cliffs and acres upon acres of vineyards and California farmland.

TripSavvy • 2nd April 2020

10 of the Most Isolated Places in the World

Whether they’re entirely uninhabited or with very low populations, this guide will take you on a journey to the places few humans get to experience. These isolated spots are difficult to travel to, totally unique, and will leave you with the most adventurous kind of wanderlust.

Fitt.Co • 20th November 2019

Get Outside: The Best Parks And Green Spaces On Oahu

Lyon Arboretum is often overlooked due to its proximity to the popular Manoa Falls hiking trail, but don’t make the mistake of coming to the valley without stopping at this pristine section of tropical rainforest — almost 200 acre’s worth! The University of Hawaiʻi is super involved in keeping this area protected and thriving.

Inhabitat • 27th December 2019

We wore Allbirds' Tree Runners around the world — here's how they performed

After selling 1 million pairs of shoes just two years after officially launching in March 2016, the brand developed a cult following pursued by celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and former President Barack Obama.