Wildlife is a wonderful addition to our travels. Animals make us better people through compassion and the a healthy dose of respect for other living creatures.
It is imperative that we respect the beautiful wild creatures around our planet and also of the environments which they call home. It can be difficult to discern which wildlife attractions maintain that respect and put the welfare of the animal at the forefront at all times.
“The American Humane has created a rigorous certification program so that visitors have a way to recognize the best zoos and aquariums around the world. Support these modern day zoological facilities by visiting a Humane Certified™ zoo or aquarium near you – when you see the Humane Certified™ seal, rest assured that the facility meets the highest standards of animal care.”
Before you add it to your itinerary be sure to check and see if it makes the “Humane Certified list“
and be sure to check out my Nature page where you’ll have the opportunity to spot creatures in the “natural” environment!
When I heard you could swim with the majestic and oh so adorable sea turtles at Akumal Bay, I knew I had to add it to my itinerary! When I began doing my research on the best way to see the sea turtles at Akumal Bay, I ran into some confusion as to the best …
9 miles south of Wamego Kansas, just off of I-70, is the Plumlee Buffalo Ranch, a 400 acre working ranch owned and operated by Larry and Shirley Plumlee. . In addition to being a working ranch, they offer private tours…a chance to get up close and personal with animals that have been roaming the Kansas …
Wamego Kansas has taken the Wizard of Oz theme, ran with it, and really done a fantastic job! Spend a day here, and you will be transported to a colorful, Oz infused, feast for the eyes. Although they have gone to great lengths to make you feel like a whirling tornado transported you to the …
They call Arkansas the Natural State, and for good reason. It’s a lush and green, a feast for the eyes, and a nature lover’s dream. Roads curve and twist through green mountains and hills. You won’t be going anywhere very fast, but really isn’t that part of the charm? Consider planning one of your next …
Puerto Penasco, a little gem of a seaside retreat, is perfectly situated on the Sea of Cortez (aka the Gulf of California.) It will wow…
