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Stupid tourists participating in elephant abuse with a smile! A new comprehensive report released in Toronto on July 6th, 2017 by World Animal Protection, an international animal welfare charity, reveals thousands of captive elephants across six Asian countries are suffering in inhumane conditions to support elephant rides and shows for tourists. The new “Taken for a Ride” report, investigated 220 tourist venues across Thailand, Sri Lanka, Nepal, India, Laos and Cambodia, and found that 77% of the nearly 3,000 elephants surveyed are suffering. When not giving rides or performing, [MORE...]
Words by Jonathan Maister, a Markham (Canada) based writer and adventurer. Photos courtesy of Tourism New Brunswick. Few doubt that among the earth’s visual bounty, some of the finest vistas are offered by the ocean. The tidal pulse riding the continental coasts and shimmering up the shores has, as long as history has been recorded, held a place in our hearts and often in our livelihood. Across generations and geography it has seduced the imagination of travellers and guided the invasions of admirals. Surely in the Bay of Fundy nestled between the southern shores of Canada’s eastern [MORE...]
By Janet-Lynn Vorster, Cape Town, South Africa. Gansbaai, meaning “Goose Bay”, is just over 2 hours from Cape Town, (162,5 km) via the N2 and R43. It is named after the Egyptian geese that inhabited the freshwater fountain on the farm “Strandfontein” where the present-day harbour is. Gansbaai is an unspoilt area, and it stretches along the coastline with the Atlantic ocean on one side and fynbos-covered mountains on the other. It feels slightly remote, and yet is only half an hour from Hermanus. It has a relaxed, small-town feel. Across the bay, you can see Hermanus on the far [MORE...]
Words by Nathan James Thomas Photos by Globerovers Magazine The Shwesandaw Pagoda was built almost 1,000 years ago, by order of King Anawrahta, the founder of the Pagan Empire. It’s one of over 2,000 temples that still stand in the ancient city of Bagan, in the centre of Myanmar. This particular pagoda is distinguished by its five terraces leading up to a cylindrical stupa, and is said to contain sacred hairs of the Gautama Buddha. More pertinently for the tourist however, it’s also tall, stable, and easily climbed. We thought it would be an ideal spot to catch the famous Bagan sunrise, [MORE...]
Hermanus is one of the best whale watching destinations in the world. The best time for whale watching is between June and November. The last three months tend to be the best. Southern Right whales migrate from the Antarctic to give birth to their calves, and to mate again. Eric is apparently the only whale crier in the world. Here's his story as told by our Cape Town reporter, Janet-Lynn Vorster. [MORE...]
Hermanus, South Africa. Known for its breaching whales, birds (including flamingos), long beaches, wineries, and cosy accommodation and authentic restaurants. There is something very special about this part of the South African coastline. At times the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean can be rough, yet at other times very smooth and peaceful. Rich in plancton and other small critters, the ocean makes this a haven for wildlife, including many whales that at times swim right up to the shoreline. Janet-Lynn Vorster tells us all about the good life! [MORE...]
Rana Zia Ebrahimi from Kerman Province, southern Iran, talks about three beloved spices of Iran - Saffron, Cumin, and Sumac. Spices are part of everyday life in Iran and Iranian cooks almost never go food shopping without stocking up on some fresh spices. Variety is really the key as most of the authentic Persian dishes call for very different spices. [MORE...]
Min Than Htut of Pro Niti Travel in Yangon, Myanmar, tells us all about the why's, how's, and when's of the Thanakhar painted faces of Myanmar. Welcome (Mingalabar) to the land of the real smiles! [MORE...]
Janet-Lynn Vorster, resident of Greyton, located in the Overberg area of the Cape Province, South Africa, tells Globerovers Magazine about life in this quaint village. She tells us that "residents in Greyton are generally busy, healthy and vibrant, so don’t let the average age of many retired residents fool you into thinking the town is not bursting with creative energy and brilliant minds". She also invites us all with "Bring your children, your parents, your walking shoes and bicycles. Buy carrots for the horses you will pass on your meanders and come and unwind. Whatever you do – don’t forget your camera to capture some of the best memories you will ever make". Thanks Janet-Lynn for your wonderful story! [MORE...]
“When the State itself is Illegal, Can You Imagine the Rest?” Article by Fabio Buonsanti, an Italian adventurer based in Oslo, Norway. Photos by Ania Akatova. Of all the strange places I have visited so far, there is one place that will forever stick to my mind: Transnistria (officially known as the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic, PMR). Located on a thin strip of land wedged between the eastern Moldovan border with Ukraine and the river Dniester, Transnistria is a self-declared “independent state” since the end of the War of Transnistria in 1992. At the dissolution of the [MORE...]
