Wildlife tips

Guyana goes by many names. One of the only countries in the Caribbean Community that’s not located in the Caribbean Sea, Guyana is often referred to as the “Land of Many Waters” owing to the numerous rivers that flow through its perch on South America’s North Atlantic coast. It’s also called the “Land of Giants” — an abundance of water and minimal human interference have preserved Guyana as a fertile, untapped country where large flora and fauna thrive.

Oct 14, 2024 • 5 min read

It’s good to be king for a day, and it’s even better if it’s onboard the Palace on Wheels, India’s first luxury and heritage train which continues to charm travelers since its launch in 1982. The luxe locomotive, decked in imperial finery, has long been a time portal back to a world of maharajas wearing bejeweled aigrettes and drinking out of crystal goblets. This train is so beloved that it came in first place in a ranking of Condé Nast Traveler readers’ favorite rail journeys in the world for this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards.

Kenya has long been one of Africa's most popular destinations. There's something here for every type of traveler: Wildlife fanatics flock to Masai Mara for once-in-a-lifetime safaris, beach lovers island-hop through the turquoise waters of the Lamu Archipelago, and cosmopolitans appreciate Nairobi's growing culinary and art scene.

Lions and zebras and elephants… oh my. 

Sep 27, 2024 • 7 min read

Island cruising usually conjures up images of crystal-clear water and bright sunshine in the Caribbean or the Mediterranean, and while MSC certainly offers sailings to both these popular destinations, the cruise line is also organizing a very different kind of island voyage.

St. Kilda is arguably Scotland’s most storied island destination. The archipelago, inhabited for 4,000 years and evacuated of its last 36 inhabitants in 1930, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the home of nearly one million seabirds, including the UK’s largest colony of Atlantic Puffin. While intriguing, the westernmost island in Scotland is, unsurprisingly, a hard place to reach. But it’s not impossible. St. Hilda Sea Adventures is one of a handful of Scottish small-ship cruise lines that can take you there.

Latin America is a wildlife enthusiast's dream, home to many diverse ecosystems teeming with unique flora and fauna. Here are some of the best places to go wildlife spotting in the region.

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Yellowstone National Park is warning visitors to take extra caution around bull elk as mating season is approaching.

Between Sri Lanka’s eight UNESCO world heritage sites, its thriving wildlife, and pristine white sand beaches, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” has enough glimmer for everyone—and now, visiting the South Asia island nation, located off the coast of India, is about to get easier (and cheaper) for travelers from 35 countries.

Galapagos cruises are the best way to experience the collection of remote, mostly uninhabited islands about 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador. But cruises to the Galapagos Islands aren’t like cruises anywhere else. The ships here are smaller, with some carrying as few as 16 passengers. There are no water slides, elaborate Broadway shows, casinos, or wild nightclubs. And don’t expect big bus tours in port either.

Wandering through the lush gardens of Hawaii’s Sensei Lāna'i Four Seasons feels otherworldly; giant banyan trees tangle and twist together, mānewanewa (Hawaiian mint) and nāʻū (gardenia) scent the air, birds-of-paradise plants reach staggering heights, and the air hums with the sounds of busy pollinators. This lushness is even more striking given the arid landscape of the surrounding Lāna'i, an island that contrasts sharply with the rest of Hawaii: Over decades, industries such as ranching and pineapple farming have left lasting marks on Lāna'i's terrain. The island was once home to a plantation that produced 75% of the world's pineapples. And ranching, which began around 1854 and lasted around 100 years, brought grazing animals that significantly altered the native landscape. The gardens at Sensei Lāna'i, however, are a testament to thoughtful reforestation, with plants chosen to preserve biodiversity and create a flourishing, peaceful haven.

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Wilderness Mokete luxury tented camp opens in Botswana’s Mababe area, offering immersive safaris in a 50,000-hectare private concession with unmatched wildlife encounters and sustainable design.

Jul 15, 2024 • 7 min read

Poseidon Expeditions partners with the South Georgia Heritage Trust, donating £100 for each booking to fund conservation on South Georgia Island.