Trekking With Giants at MandaLao Elephant Conservation in Laos: An Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Luang Prabang

Trekking With Giants at MandaLao Elephant Conservation in Laos: An Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Luang Prabang

Visiting Luang Prabang for the first time? This ethical elephant sanctuary in Laos is one of the best places to visit in Luang Prabang. Read on! Laos was once known as Lan Xang, or the “Land of a Million Elephants”. Sadly, due to poaching, logging and war, the current population stands at a mere 400-or so…

Where to See Pink Dolphins in Hong Kong and How to Choose a Responsible Tour Operator

Where to See Pink Dolphins in Hong Kong and How to Choose a Responsible Tour Operator

See the endangered Chinese White Dolphin in its natural habitat with Hong Kong Dolphinwatch Up until recently, I prioritized traveling to far-flung places like Italy, Australia and South Africa over my own backyard in Hong Kong. I could always explore Hong Kong later on, it would always be there and there’s no need for a…

Koh Samui Elephant Sanctuary: Rescuing Elephants from Riding Camps and Beyond

Koh Samui Elephant Sanctuary: Rescuing Elephants from Riding Camps and Beyond

Looking for an ethical elephant sanctuary on Koh Samui? Read this first if you are thinking about riding elephants in Thailand! As more and more people travel to Thailand for its beaches, food, temples and culture, unfortunately as does the number of people who are unaware of the cruelty involved with riding elephants in Thailand…