Avalanche Crest Trail: A Spectacular Hike in Glacier National Park, BC

The Avalanche Crest Trail is one of the most scenic and spectacular hikes in Glacier National Park, BC. It’s a hard, steep non-technical climb through beautiful old-growth forest and sub-alpine meadows to reach an open basin. One final steep climb from the basin to the end of the trail rewards you with incredible views of …

Shovel Pass Lodge on the Skyline Trail: What It’s Like to Stay Overnight in Jasper’s Backcountry

I’ve hiked the Skyline Trail before staying at two hard-to-get backcountry campsites along the trail. As one of the top 10 backpacking trips in Canada, the Skyline Trail is understandably popular so there will always be high demand for campsites. But there’s another way to experience this spectacular trail: a stay at Shovel Pass Lodge. …

The Best Ways to Explore Thailand in Comfort

Original content owned & copyrighted by Green Global Travel. Thailand has something for everyone, from centuries-old temples and picturesque mountainous areas to bustling cities and breathtakingly beautiful tropical beaches. Each of these types of Thailand travel destinations offers something unique for visitors of all kinds. And with so much diversity of natural landscapes, wildlife, and …

Churchill, Manitoba in Summer: Beluga Whales, Polar Bears and Arctic Adventures

If you’re a nature lover and keen to see beluga whales up close, a summer trip to Churchill, Manitoba is hard to beat. During July and August thousands of beluga whales migrate to the Churchill River estuary where it’s possible to enjoy safe but thrilling up-close encounters with the whales in sea kayaks and on …

Tap Water vs. Bottled Water Abroad: Where It’s Safe to Skip the Plastic

Original content owned & copyrighted by Green Global Travel. Let’s say you’re in a new country, thirsty, and faced with a common traveler’s dilemma: Do you buy a plastic bottle of water, which is ultimately destined for a local landfill, or do you risk drinking the tap water and getting an upset stomach? The allure …