Planning a sustainable surf trip to South America? Discover 7 of the best surf spots in Ecuador and eco-friendly accommodation for surf travellers. Stretching 2,250 kilometres along the Pacific Ocean, Ecuador delivers some of the best surf in South America. It’s a country that our team has been lucky enough to visit. In fact, we…
Planning a dive trip to the Coral Triangle? Discover everything you need to know about scuba diving in the Philippines, including the best dive sites and eco-friendly places to stay. Located within the Indo-Pacific’s Coral Triangle, the Philippines encompasses over 7,000 islands. Collectively, they serve as the backdrop for some of the world’s most spectacular…
The issue of plastic pollution in the ocean has been a long-standing problem. But it wasn’t until the discovery of a massive garbage patch in the Pacific Ocean in 1997 that scientists understood the magnitude of the problem. Known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, it is the largest of several offshore plastic accumulation zones…
Looking for the best places to dive in Indonesia? Discover 9 incredible dive destinations in this Southeast Asian archipelago, including Komodo, Raja Ampat and Alor. We’ll also highlight eco-friendly dive resorts in Indonesia to help you plan a sustainable scuba vacation. Home to over 25% of the world’s fish species and more than 70% of…
Planning a surf trip to South America? Discover everything you need to know about surfing the Galapagos Islands, including the best surf spots and eco-friendly places to stay. Not long ago, the Galapagos Islands were not even on the radar for most surfers. This UNESCO-listed archipelago was known more for its incredible natural landscapes and…
Planning a dive trip to southern Africa? Discover everything you need to know about scuba diving in Mozambique, including the best dive sites and eco-friendly resorts for a sustainable stay. While it may not be one of southern Africa’s most well-known tourist destinations, Mozambique is an enchanting country. Stretching along the Indian Ocean, it offers…
The World Surfing Reserves (WSR) program has an important mission: to protect the world’s most iconic surf breaks by garnering international support for wave and coastal preservation. By creating a global network of designated surfing reserves, WSR is recognising the environmental, social, cultural and economic importance of waves. This flagship program of the non-profit Save…
Planning a dive vacation in Malaysia? Discover everything you need to know about scuba diving in Malaysia, including the best dive sites and eco-friendly resorts for a sustainable stay. From the beginner-friendly sites along the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia to world-renowned Sipadan in Borneo, Malaysia caters to divers of all skill levels. It’s a…
Planning a surf trip to Polynesia? Discover everything you need to know about surfing in Samoa, including the best surf spots in Upolu and Savai’i + eco-friendly places to stay for a sustainable surf adventure. Samoa has long been a hidden gem for seasoned surfers seeking uncrowded waves in the South Pacific. Its two main…
Perhaps you’ve seen images or read reports about surfers participating in paddle-outs against seismic blasting. But as it’s an issue that’s not widely spoken about, you might be wondering what seismic blasting is and why it’s concerning those who love to play along our coastlines. Unfortunately, seismic blasting is impacting the ocean environments we love…