Eco Tourism

Latvia is among the few countries left in the world where natural ecosystems, largely untouched by man, still thrive in half of its territory. It is a haven for the tourist who seeks to experience a land where nature and tradition have coexisted in harmony from time immemorial. The country that we call Latvia today has long attracted foreigners - at first, invaders of all kinds and later travellers and adventure seekers. For example, since the 1830s the region surrounding the city of Sigulda has been called the "Switzerland of Vidzeme" by German travellers who compared the sandstone banks of the old Gauja River valley with those of the river Elba in Saxony. Unfortunately, in the 20th century Latvia suffered through two world wars, and from 1940 until 1991 it was occupied and isolated behind the Iron Curtain by the Soviet Union. As a result, Latvia has been relegated to a "blank spot" on modern European and world tourist maps. Today, this largely unknown land is waiting to be discovered, ready to be revealed as the colourful mosaic that is Latvia.

Welcome to the Half Moon Bay Coastside. Our 80 miles of coastal splendor is filled with an abundance of natural, historical and cultural wonders – from some of the richest marine reserves and wetlands on the California coast to small working farms where you can explore a barnyard and dine on farm-fresh organic produce; from shopping on historic Main Street to fishing for wild salmon or albacore tuna. The Half Moon Bay Coastside Chamber of Commerce & Visitors’ Bureau is working with the farmers, fisherman and the business community to offer you the visitor new and exciting hands-on activities and a chance to meet our local residents who make the Coastside such a special place; at the same time, to build a balanced and sustainable tourism economy. We call this “Coastside Eco-Cultural Tourism.” To be listed these local businesses have agreed to follow important environmental standards.

La Ruta de Sonora Ecotourism Association is your gateway to the unique Sonoran Desert ecosystem that encompasses the shores of the Sea of Cortez, the verdant wetlands of the Colorado River Delta, stark vistas of the Pinacate volcanoes, and a multitude of cultural sites such as ancient Hohokam petroglyphs and the missions established by Father Kino. As your tour hosts, La Ruta transports you to these rare and unique sites in small groups with specialized attention to leave each guest with their own unique understanding of the Sonoran Desert. Come with us to experience…

Explore the fascinating Maya World , refuge of great biodiversity of flora and fauna , exhuberant jungles , the second largest coral reef in the world, natural springs ( cenotes ), the most important archeological sites of the ancient Maya civilization in México , swim with Whalesharks , bike through the Yucatan Peninsula or the Sian Ka'an reserve, and enjoy the turquoise color of our Caribbean Sea , in a sustainable way, benefiting local mayan communities as well as promoting conservation projects

Gamewatchers Safaris has been operating in Kenya for over 15 years and offers a range of safaris to some of the best wildlife reserves and parks in Africa. The emphasis is on the more personal and exclusive smaller safari camps, use of 4x4 safari vehicles for game drives in preference to vans, and the option of air transfers as an alternative to driving by road between the parks

THE MIDLANDS FOREST LODGE Perched high up on the edge of luscious green river of hills and slopes, this tranquil and secluded hillside retreat lives up to its name. At an altitude of 1340m, one can survey the unspoilt beauty of the Midlands valley in one of our 16 exclusively appointed rooms. Utmost care has been taken in making our cosy log cabins blend harmoniously with nature. Bordering on pristine indigenous forest where flora and fauna abound, the MIDLANDS FOREST LODGE offers a natural sanctuary to numerous species of birds. Take a leisure walk in the escarpment or for the more adventurous, explore the forest with its towering giants of yellowwood trees and come back to our restaurant for a refreshing drink.