I’m standing on a forest road in the Scottish highlands along with 10 or so companions, scanning the slopes for signs of the bird we’ve come here to see. Instead, what appears out of the woods is our guide, Mark Denman. He’s been creeping about quietly, hoping to spot a capercaillie, the world’s largest species of grouse, but the bird remains stubbornly uncooperative. Mark and his colleague, John Grierson, are …Read the Rest
Featured Photo: Somerset Falls, Jamaica
I recently returned from a brief trip to Jamaica, so it feels appropriate to feaure this beautiful island in this …Read the Rest
Hand in hand: Wildlife conservation and community development in northern Kenya
Born into the Samburu tribe of northern Kenya, Tom Lalampaa could have ended up following the traditional pastoral lifestyle of …Read the Rest
Chile approves controversial project to dam wild Patagonian rivers
The Chilean government today approved a $7 billion project to construct five large dams in the country’s pristine Aysén region, …Read the Rest
How to take better travel photos: Take pictures of people
One of the simplest tips I can give to any travel photographer is don’t forget the people. A lot of …Read the Rest
Photo Essay: Women at the Naadam Festival in Zuunmod, Mongolia
Instead of a featured photo this week, I thought I’d share a little series of images from one of the …Read the Rest
Up a tree: Sweden’s latest creative hotel concept
Scandinavia is known for its innovative design, but hoteliers in Sweden know how to take things one step further. First …Read the Rest
How to take better travel photos: Pay attention to light
The word photography literally means “writing with light,” and developing an awareness of light is one of the most important …Read the Rest
Love Affair with a Cactus
For many people, if you mention the word cactus, the image that comes to mind is that of the saguaro, …Read the Rest
Featured Photo: Luxor Temple by night
Of all the archaeological sites I’ve visited in Egypt, one of my absolute favorites is the magnificent temple at Luxor, …Read the Rest
Origins and traditions of April Fool’s Day around the world
Happy April Fool’s Day! The tradition of playing pranks on this day is found through much of Europe, and similar …Read the Rest
Nice shot.
David