Dolphin Shows and Swim-With-Dolphin Experiences: What’s the problem?
There’s something special about dolphins. Many of us grew up captivated by their playful personalities and charmed by the stories of...
top of page
Blog
Kristen
Oct 10, 20235 min read
The Hidden Dangers of Feeding Wildlife
We’ve all likely fed wildlife at some point in our lives, whether intentionally or unintentionally. It’s practically a childhood rite of...
10 views
Kristen
Sep 5, 20233 min read
Navigating the Wild: A Guide to Responsible Wildlife Viewing Behavior
Seeing animals in the wild is a dream come true for many wildlife enthusiasts. The prospect of encountering iconic animals in their...
17 views
Kristen
Aug 15, 20234 min read
Identifying a Responsible Wildlife Sanctuary
Wildlife sanctuaries play an important role in the world of animal protection. Having animals in captivity should never be a first...
28 views
Kristen
Jul 10, 20234 min read
Welfare Washing: What it is and how to avoid falling for it
Concerns about animal welfare are increasing. That’s the good news. More and more people are starting to understand that animals are...
33 views
Kristen
Mar 30, 20235 min read
What is Responsible Wildlife Tourism?
Responsible wildlife tourism is at the heart of everything Compassionate Travels does. But what is it? It’s tourism focused on...
35 views
Kristen
Feb 19, 20232 min read
Why You Should Skip Having Your Photo Taken With Animals
We’ve all seen the photos of tourists cuddling a monkey or with their arm slung over the back of a tiger. It’s understandable to want to...
18 views
Kristen
Feb 19, 20232 min read
Why You Shouldn’t Ride An Elephant
Riding elephants has long been considered a unique and exciting experience for tourists visiting countries like Thailand, Cambodia, and...
16 views
Kristen
Feb 17, 20232 min read
The Best Ways to Responsibly Enjoy Wildlife
When viewing animals in the wild, it’s important to remember that, unfortunately, they’re usually not as excited to see us as we are to...
27 views
bottom of page