Sustainable travel, or ‘ecotourism’, is a growing tourism trend. Many people are beginning to “walk their talk” by making conscious choices in what they consume and how they move in the world. Sustainable travel is about making simple choices to lessen a...
Manta rays are found in warm temperate, subtropical and tropical waters. They are a migratory species, visiting the Southern Great Barrier Reef to feast on plankton and breed. In winter, Reef Manta rays (Manta alfredi) can be seen around the Whitsunday Islands. They...
When you are inspired to help save the Great Barrier Reef you’re helping it remain “great” for generations to come. We’ve collated some simple ways we can all help preserve our beautiful Reef while visiting the Whitsundays and when going about our everyday...
There are six varieties of sea turtles in the Whitsundays, and sighting them is common when exploring the islands. Getting up close to these gentle sea creatures is always exciting, even for locals who have been sharing the waters with them for years. Unfortunately,...
The term ecotourism sits as a definitive guideline for the conscious traveller. We are often told it’s the little things we do that count. Shop local, buy consciously and travel lightly. In a culture where people are looking for positive choices, it’s no wonder that...
In a time when global warming is changing our Australian landscape, affecting the Great Barrier Reef and burning our beloved bush, it’s easy to feel helpless and overwhelmed. We watch our news in horror, we share social posts which align with our views, we...
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