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Panama: A view over rooftops, mountains, and the ocean in Portobelo, Panama.

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Incredible diversity in Panama

Panama offers incredible cultural, biological, and gastronomical diversity — including diverse coffee varieties!

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The land of pura vida

With amazing wildlife, deep dedication to conservation, and immersive nature experiences, Costa Rica continues to have a magnetic pull.

Three people stand outdoors in Kenya, smiling and wrapped in red plaid blankets. The woman on the left has gray hair tied back, the woman in the center wears sunglasses, and the man on the right wears glasses and a hat. Bushland stretches behind them.

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A transformational trip to Kenya

Author Maryanne O’Hara and her husband journeyed to Kenya to mark a milestone in their touching story and see the incredible work of The Leo Project.

Morocco: Colorful Moroccan tagines and dishes displayed on a blue counter, with blue bowls holding spices, nuts, and crystals, in an outdoor market setting. The background shows vibrant patterns and pottery.

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Three destinations to put on your winter travel list

As the world begins to re-open, it’s time to think about unconventional places for inspiring winter trips.

La Ciudad Perdida - the lost city trek

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La Ciudad Perdida as your next charity challenge

My experience trekking to La Ciudad Perdida – learning to be present, slow down, and deeply connect I spent four…

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Who are you when you travel?

Travel is a way to reinvent ourselves—to incarnate, reclaim, or discover a piece of identity we may be hungering for or have neglected.

A group of women stand and clap, some smiling, outside a pink building with a stone façade and windows.

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Travel that wants to be good

Elevate’s founder, Dominique, ruminates on the state of travel in 2021 and where we’re headed next.

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Africa’s Big 5 Safari Animals and Where to See Them (Plus Other Iconic Species!)

If you’re considering taking your family on an African safari, but still can’t decide where to go, why not base…

Destinations, Travel Tips

Getting Off the Beaten Path in Africa

Make the most of your safari experience by discovering what lies beyond the average tourist itinerary. This journey should be…

Conservation, Destinations

How Costa Rica is Leading the Way in Sustainability

I’ve never spent much time contemplating ketchup packets – they’re practical, insignificant, and disposed of without another thought. It’s easy…

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The 5 Best Countries for an African Safari

Africa holds a wealth of experiences for families of any size and any age. From the iconic Serengeti in Tanzania…

Brazil: A brass compass rests on a vintage map, highlighting Brazil in South America—a perfect inspiration for families planning to explore Brazil with kids.

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Is Brazil Good for Family Travel? – Traveling in Brazil With Kids

Brazil might have a reputation for being a tropical paradise with pulsating nightlife, but it’s also the ultimate family travel…

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Travel Etiquette: What You Need to Know Before Going on Safari

If you’re planning on going on safari for the first time, you’re bound to have plenty of questions about this…

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