Destination Guides
Guides to regions and towns, with the outdoor side first. 139 guides from the Mynatour archive.
Australia: Ecotourism Down Under
It's no secret that Australia is a big country. It's also massively diverse and full of spectacular tourism opportunities that have made millions of visitors…
Ecotourism Morocco - Experience the most Exotic place on earth
Morocco is just 12 km from the Spanish southern coast and yet it feels a million miles away. All your senses tingle from the earthy, spicy smells to the…
Portland and Oregon Coast
I have some friends who do a sale tour of posters in the US (east coast), so I decided to ask to a friend if I could spend some time with her doing this…
Alaska: Living Simple is not Simple
I spent two and half amazing months living, working (wwoofing), and traveling through Alaska. There are many small communities where residents help each…
Eco-Paradise In The Adriatic Sea
Stretching along the rocky shores of more than 1,000 islands in the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea , Croatia is an eco-paradise of scenic wonders. The…
Indian Travel Destinations That Rekindle The Fire Of Love
Honeymooners from all across the globe choose India as a fervent destination to celebrate their nuptial relationship. The perfect mix of culture and…
Eco Tourism Kenya
It's one of those destinations that everyone should get a chance to visit in their lifetime. Few places on earth are as stunning as Kenya and it has…
Indulge Yourself In The Natural Beauty of Sichuan Province, China
Traveling to China just wouldn’t be complete without a glimpse of their national treasure located in the heart of the country. On the outskirts of the city…
A Fishwives Tale
The setting sun cloaked the evening sky in shades of pinky pastel, and lit up the island that dominates the coastline around here. A woman wandering by grabs…
Easy Rider? - Born To Be Wild - Evasion from London
Living in London is a bit like living in a giant bubble, certainly filled with fun and lots to do, but still a bubble. With no car, expensive trains and beer…
Malawi Triathlon
In 2015 The Responsible Safari Co. are running the first ever Malawian Triathlon. A Bike, Hike and Kayak race in Malawi’s stunning and varied scenery, it…
A Unique Outdoor Travel Experience in Cappadocia
Cappadocia , Turkey is a spot I would recommend for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a chilled-out trip full of discovery and natural wonders. Taken from the…
Retreat Into Nature's Paradise in French Polynesia
Tahiti may be the largest of the French Polynesian islands, but the other smaller, widely scattered islands in the Pacific with their white sandy beaches …
Go be a Gobi Explorer
Taming the Gobi Desert has never been more exciting and accessible. Picture yourself stepping off a flight across the Pacific and onto Mongolian soil. Far…
The Enchanting Alps of Berchtesgaden, Germany
Berchtesgaden! Music to my ears - If you are seeking a magical journey into nature, this is a destination worth putting on your list. Situated in the…
Finland's Network of Green Ecotourism Businesses
The Finns are very nature-conscious and environmentally aware people, accustomed to unrestricted right of public access to the wilderness and nature parks…
Panama: Ecotourism Between Two Continents
When it comes to ecotourism, Panama has learned a lot from Costa Rica, which is a good thing. Costa Rica is frequently touted as the leader in Central…
Ecotravel on Bali - Green Tips & Hints
Even though Bali is only a small provincial island in the country of Indonesia, the so called "Island of The Gods" can be easily separated from the rest of…
Everglades Education
There is an unwritten rule that Gay men must visit certain places at least once in their lifetime. San Francisco check , Berlin check, Sydney check, London…
Ecotourism Galapagos
Ecotourism in the Galapagos has been a challenging thing to develop. How, realistically, are you supposed to protect the most intriguing, unique, and famous…
Langa Township SA
Only few days in Cape town we don't have time to waste. Our journey covers 6000km and the stops are closed, we meet Shaqir and Siviwe both local guides that…
R61 Wild Coast SA
Another great wake-up in this corner of paradise, my body hurts everywhere, it must be the surfing from yesterday. Today there are still 350km ahead to port…
Calabash Tours - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Mynatour group's adventure in South Africa has begun!! The last preparations were made in Cape Town and now the group is heading towards the Eastern Cape's…
Top Nature Activities in Branson Missouri
With more than 100 shops and restaurants, more than 50 music theaters, 13 beautiful golf courses the features the scenic view of the Ozark Mountains, and a…
Bulgaria - Eco-tourism with Natural Spas and Windmills
Bulgaria is one of those unique European countries where east meets west, a country that has rich and diverse cultural traditions that comprise…
Sri Lanka Ecotourism
The biodiversity of the tropics and the cultural richness of Asia, Africa and South America are irresistible to the typical ecotourist. Other countries which…
Call It Bohol Or Paradise
What do you know about the Philippines? This is a question that leads to interesting and sometimes intriguing answers. The headlines and stories on current…
Eco Tourism Trail In Thailand
Those interested in the alternative lifestyle have always taken great delight in visiting Thailand , an unexplored destination with lots of variety on offer…
Hadrian s Wall Path – Crossing England the Green Way
I consider hiking to be the purest form of traveling. After all, it’s the oldest form of traveling, dating back millions of years to the time when our…
The Land of Midnight Sun
Where can you look for diamonds, go ice fishing, and play golf 24 hours a day? Easy! It's Northwest Territories (NWT). Since the discovery of diamonds in…
Janasatabthi Express to Trivandrum
There are moments in life when you realize that you're doing something amazing; something that many would dream to do, or at least that you've been dreaming…
Nunavutmut Tunngasugitsi - Welcome to Nunavut!
The Largest Unspoiled Natural Paradise at the Top of the World. Nunavut is perhaps the last unspoiled and undiscovered destination in the world where animals…
Essential Guide to Andalucia
Andalucia sits at the bottom of Spain and has attracted eco conscious travellers since hippies were heading to Morocco back in the 60s. The brilliant climate…
A Brief Introduction to Palawan
If you love to travel and give yourself a break, give a little space from the tiring days and weeks. The finest thing to do is to travel and relax. If you…
Mayor of London's Sky Ride Ealing
Sky have come together with British Cycling to help grow Britain's love of life on two wheels. While Team Sky's professional road-racing team aims to take on…
Europe Web 2.0 Workshop
The Europe Web 2.0 Workshop (July 19-30, 2010) creates a unique opportunity to integrate Web 2.0 tools in a strategic manner that promotes biodiversity…
Cuba
I have dreamt Cuba for years and finally I managed to go there! It was like be carried 50 years ago....see things and a way of life I just heard about from…
The Changing Face of Ontario's Landscape
Any Canadian will tell you that summer is the best season, but you shouldn't be surprised to hear Canadians also love the seasonal transition to winter…
10 Things We Love About Italy
This fantastic video was made from The Perennial Plates an inspiring couple that traveled across Italy to make this short film., searching out our favorite…
Apero with perspectives
There are many ways to enjoy an apero with your friends. One of the best ones I experienced until today was in the southern hemisphere springtime, as we were…
Mamma Natures Eco Friendly, Italian Health Spas
One of the truly magical, eco-friendly holidays and totally green vacations available is to take is a relaxing break at one of Italy's natural health spa…
Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha
I have been there in 2006, but I will never forget it.Rocinha is one of the biggest 'favelas' in South America. It counts up to 200.000 inhabitants in the…
Ecotourism and Agro-tourism in the Alter-Native Amazonia
San Roque De Cumbaza - The district of San Roque is located in the Province of Lamas, San Martin region, Peru. Located 830 meters above sea level and seated…
Rome - Explorica
Day1 - Ciao there! After a long trip we are, finally, in town, the town "Caput Mundi" one!!!! The sun is shining the flight on time. What can we ask more?…
Kyoto - Japan
On the island of Honshu you will find the city of Kyoto. No ordinary place, this gem that has a population of almost one and a half million people and is as…
From over here a Silk route voyage
Eight years ago, Christian Aid sent me to Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. Before my visit, Central Asia was a place I hadn't really thought about, that had no…
The Leaning Tower of Pisa - for the eco-tourist visiting Tuscany
Although renowned for the leaning tower, there is much more to see and enjoy for those visiting the Piazza dei Miracoli. A world heritage site, the Piazza…
Rotorua - New Zealand
Around 35 miles south of Tauranga lies the southern city of Rotorua and a haven for any ecotourist interested in geothermal activity and geysers. Known as an…
Napul? mille colori, Ischia, Sorrento, Pompei e la mozzarella di Bufala!!!!
One Sunday before Easter..today It's Palm Sunday and on our way to Naples a group of Musician wish us a good year with some notes and a olive branch! We are…
Binalong Bay & the Bay of Fries - Tasmania
Just of the south coast of Australia lies the island of Tasmania and some of the most beautiful coastline in the world. Binalong Bay and the Bay of Fires are…
Dead Sea - Israel & Jordan
The Dead Sea , also known as the Sea of Salt, is a massive salt lake spread between Israel and the West Bank to the west and Jordan on the east. At 1,385…
Welcome to London!
Day 1: Hello and welcome to the tour diary for the London, and country side tour! On this site - you'll be able to check out photos and read a brief diary of…
Sagrada Familia - for the eco-tourist visiting Barcelona
Any green traveller visiting Barcelona should take in the Sagrada Familia, the most famous landmark in Barcelona and probably the most famous in the world…
The Brandenburg Gate - for the ecotourist visiting Berlin
Commissioned by Friedrich Wilhelm II to represent peace the Brandenburg Gate is one of the most recognizable pieces of architecture in Europe and the most…
The Jurassic Coast - UK
Step aside Stephen Spielberg, for a truly Jurassic experience can be found in the perhaps unlikely location of the south coast of England. Spanning 185…
Tuscany
Regarded as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, Tuscany is known for its landscapes, traditions, history, artistic legacy and its permanent influence…
Swaziland SA
Now the holiday starts the get real: I finally get to do some hula hooping and stay in a backpackers. Whilst I've loved the fancy rooms and wildlife, I'm…
The Statue of Liberty - for the eco tourist visiting New York
If you are planning a trip to New York the a visit to the Statue of Liberty should be on your list of things to do. A gift from the people of France in 1886…
Longji Rice Terrace - China
Village elders have a saying in Longsheng: where there is soil there is a terrace . Two hours ride from the city of Guilin in Guanxi province, the problem of…
The Colosseum - for the eco-tourist visiting Rome
The Colosseum is one of Italy's most famous landmarks and a must for anyone visiting Rome. Commissioned I 70AD, it is now almost 2000 years old and is…
Seychelles
The Republic of Seychelles comprises 115 islands occupying a land area of 455 km? and an Exclusive Economic Zone of 1.4 km? in the western Indian Ocean. It…
Lapland - Finland
Any ecotourist planning on visiting Lapland is in for a wonderful experience. For many people Lapland inspires images of thick snow, reindeers and a very…
Backpacking in East London, SA
Yesterday evening we arrived at the Buccaneers Lodge and Backpackers resort, just outside of East London, in Chintsa West. Established back in 1983, these…
Sicily, Monreale, Agrigento, Etna!
Early morning we dock the port of Palermo and fall victim to its picturesque beauty, as pretty as a postcard. We board our bus and drive and pick up Laura…
Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
Measuring in at 10,582 square kilometers (4,086 sq mi), Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia is the world's largest natural salt flat and gleams brilliantly white…
The Taj Mahal Iconic for the eco-tourists
One of the seven wonders of the world the Taj Mahal is as beautiful piece of architecture as you will find anywhere on the planet. Almost 350 years old this…
The Swiss Alps - Switzerland
Any ecotourist visiting Switzerland should make the time to take in the wonder that is the Swiss Alps. There are few greater sights in the world than that of…
Blue Lagoon, Iceland
If you are an ecotourist planning a trip to Reykjavik anytime soon then a visit to the world famous Blur Lagoon will likely enhance your experience. Around…
The Cairngorms - Scotland
Covering over 4500 sq. km the Cairngorms ( Péirc Néiseanta a' Mhonaidh Ruaidh) is the biggest national park in Scotland and an idyllic spot to visit for any…
Il Miglior Ostello del Sud Africa: The Backpack & Africa Travel Centre
L'ottava edizione dell' Hoscar awards , la cerimonia che premia i migliori ostelli nel mondo, si è tenuta lo scorso gennaio. Sono stati analizzati più di…
Salzburg City - for the ecotourist visiting Austria
In 1997 Salzburg was listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. Nestled into the Alps this beautiful coastline city is famous for its baroque architecture.
Danxia Landforms - China
The Danxia landforms are the various landscapes found in southeast and southwest China which consist of steep cliffs naturally decorated with red 'beds'…
The Windmills of Kinderdijk
Any green travellers visiting the Netherlands should make the journey out to Kinderdijk to be blown away by the largest concentration of old windmills in the…
Devil's Bridge and Nelson's dockyard - Antigua
Nelson's dockyard is the largest of all of Antigua's national parks and a real treasure for any green traveller interested in seeing a working Georgian…
Jarabacoa - The Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic has been blessed with numerous national parks, area of outstanding beauty and protected areas. As such it can be a little confusing…
Trevi Fountain, for the ecotourist visiting Rome
If you are planning visit to Rome and you have an interest in architecture then you should visit the Trevi Fountain. The Trevi fountain sits in the Trevi…
The Twelve Apostles - Australia
On the south coast of Victoria Australia lies one of the best natural sites anywhere in the country. Known collectively as the Twelve Apostles this wonderful…
Multnomah, Oregon - USA
Multnomah County is one of 36 counties in the US State of Oregon. IT is part of the Portland metropolitan area and although the smallest county in the area…
Stonehenge - for the eco-tourist visiting Wiltshire
Anyone planning on visiting the beautiful county of Wiltshire in England should definitely take the time to visit Stonehenge. An estimated 5000 years old…
Bora Bora - French Polynesia
A couple of thousand miles east off the coast of Australia lie the French Polynesian islands. One of these islands is that of Bora Bora. Surrounded by a…
Why a bike?
READ MY BLOG AT www.exploresa.wordpress.com I've been wanting to write this post for a while now because it's been one of those questions that I'm asked…
Koelle Alaaf! Cologne Carnival opens today!
The Cologne Carnival, the biggest street festival of Germany’s fourth largest city, opens on 11 November at 11.11. Up to 70000 carnival enthusiasts meet…
Bran Castle - Romania
Any green travellers who are also fans of great gothic literature will find Bran Castle - also known as 'Dracula's Castle' - an irresistible trip. Situated…
Let's go SA
About time!...The car is ready...we are too!! We are not alone, even Liz, Dom's mum has decided to come along for our first stop: Garden Route. Born and…
Licking Berlin
Berlin is a huge, vibrant city. It has more than enough distractions for every kind of tourist, and really does seem to have something to do at any time of…
Belharra
This 15m deep shoal 2,5km away from the coast creating an A-frame peak on the 2 or 3 largest swells of the winter stayed a surfer's fantasy before jet-skis…
Experience a South Tyrolean Törggelen
This autumn, escape to North Italy and enjoy the beautiful ballet of autumnal colours around the South Tyrolean mountains and valleys. The South Tyrol…
being one with nature
I think that means something.... I want to share with you my eco-experience... one of the best ways I know to travel in total harmony with nature This year…
Stand Up Paddling along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way
Get inspired for your next adventure holiday with Facing Waves, a TV series featuring 30-minute episodes about the world best destinations for canoe, raft…
Sharing is caring
We all know that our childhood friend Santa is super green because as he uses reindeer to power his sleigh around the world, with no emissions other than…
Dominica's Newest Eco-Tourism: Waitukubuli Trail
Dominica's island long Waitukubuli trail has opened. You can literally hike the entire length of this nature island from Scott's Head to Cabrits. The nature…
Don't Touch Me There! Sexual Predators in Cambodia
The other day I came across an email from my friend Karen. She'd sent it to me a few days before I left Melbourne for Southeast Asia, and in it, she issued a…
Navruz tours in Uzbekistan
o The unforgettable celebration of Navruz - The Spring Feast and beginning of the New Year in Central Asia Navruz (New Day) is the most cherished public…
Rurrenabaque: Gateway to the Bolivian Amazon
There is no easy route to Rurrenabaque, Bolivia. What looks like a very short distance from La Paz on the map is actually either a treacherous fourteen hour…
Venezuela: Ecotourism vs. Green Travel
Venezuela is a land of extremes. Its geography cuts a swath from the Amazonian Basin to the soaring snow-capped peaks of the Andes . Here, the world's…
Slovenia: Alpine Ecotourism
Slovenia is one of most pristine alpine ecotourism destinations in Europe. Under the yolk of communist Yugoslavia from World War II until the 1990s, Slovenia…
Going Local in Chile!
Traditional tourism, sitting on a comfortable bus and taking pictures of the main landmarks of a place can certainly be fun and interesting. But there's…
Norway - The Land of northern lights and Midnight Sun
Norway is an excellent destination for eco-lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. High in the north of Europe you can experience vast open wildernesses and…
David Suzuki's Force of Nature
This weekend I volunteered at the local small cinema during the first few screenings of the documentary by David Suzuki, entitled "Force of Nature" , to…
The Netherlands - Living the Eco-tourism Dream
The Netherlands is renowned as a flat place, full of poppy fields, windmills and endless canals or waterways for artists to paint and wildlife to enjoy. It…
Cape Town Part 1 enjoy the Gap!
Intro: This is the first video in the series to promote responsible tourism in South Africa. This video shows the start of the trip from Cape Town. We meet…
Fish Ladders of Uppsala, Sweden
Are we greenwashing or really making the difference? From whose point of view development is sustainable? Are our actions mainly symbolic or do they have…
Lapland - Europe's Great Unspoilt Wilderness
It is traditionally held that Santa's home is in Lapland. Far to the north in the Finnish countryside and well within the Arctic Circle, surrounded by some…
Rebuilding Haiti - the Role of Tourism Development
In the devastating earthquake of Haiti, on January 12, approximately 220 000 people died, 300 000 were injured and more than million were left homeless. The…
Donna Nook Grey Seal Colony Birth
Hi there, we will go to see the Seal Colony this week end in the Lincolnshire and we still have 2 Train tickets left leaving Saturday Morning 8.10 from Kings…
Highway through the Amazon
When you think of the North American National Parks (NP), the image of the infrastructure and the typical commodities of the city stray far from the mind …
Cristalino Reserve
At north of Mato Grosso State in the southern Amazonia, lies the region of Alta Floresta, an example of pristine Terra Firme forest. The Cristalino Reserve…
Luxury India Tours - Pondicherry
Pondicherry is a peaceful and picturesque India Tours destination . Tourists from across the globe come here to spend pleasurable holidays. The culture of…
Sick of the traffic? Get to work by bike!
Sick of the traffic? From google, a new proposal: sustainable routes to get to work by bike! Directly from Goggle, the proposal of living daily mobility in a…
Applaudes to Nature Air
It was not that long ago when it was still a tradition to give applause when a plane landed. In a short period of time flying has become a very normal way to…
Around South Africa on bike
In one week, February 13, Ruan Smit will start his cycle adventure from Johannesburg, South Africa . He is planning to return to the same place 10 weeks…
Suedtirol Trentino-Alto Adige
Sédtirol or Trentino - Alto Adige is a region in the north-eastern region of Italy , bordered by the Tyrol and Dolomites mountains (Natural World Unesco…
The Home of Bonhomme Québec City
Do you know who is Bonhomme? English translation from French: "fellow" or "old chap". Actually, the meaning has little to do with this character's cold…
Tourism and Post-Tsunami Displacement in India and Sri Lanka
The Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004 was the biggest natural disaster in modern history and it called for a pan-Asian relief effort on a scale that had never…
The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China is a site of great interest to the Ecotourist, and surely on every Green Traveller's bucket list. One of the New 7 Wonders of the…
Ecotourisn in Valle D Aosta - Italy
Valle D Aosta in the north west of Italy is the smallest province and borders France and Switzerland, dwarfed beneath the towering pinnacles of the Alpine…
Yoda in Papua, New Guinea
Papua, New Guinea is perhaps one of the last unexplored land areas in the world. The remote rainforests on this small island are known for their last…
Petra - Jordan
Petra in Jordan is one of those places that have to be seen to be believed. The giant red mountains and vast mausoleums are one of the true wonders of the…
Moeraki Boulders - New Zealand
The Moeraki Boulders are the huge and phenomenally spherical boulders like giant cannon balls found on Koekohe Beach on the coast of New Zealand. They are…
Mont St. Michel - France
With a population of just 44, Mont St. Michel, is best known for the medieval Benedictine Abbey and steepled church that occupies most of the 1km-diameter…
Schonbrunn Palace - for the eco tourist visiting Vienna
If you're planning a trip to Vienna then a visit to the Schonbrunn Palace is essential. The palace is Austria's most visited site and with good reason. With…
Alien Insects of Costa Rica
Are you squeamish about insects? How about the ones you cannot see? No, not because they are too small, but because they look nothing like it! The rainforest…
Loch Ness
Home to one the greatest legends in living memory, Scotland's Loch Ness encapsulates folk lore, mystery, unimaginable landscapes and even green energy in one…
Mount Everest
With a peak at 8,848 metres (29,029 ft) above sea-level, Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world. It is located in the Mahalangur section of the…
Pamukkale - Turkey
Pamukkale - which translates as 'cotton fortress' - is one of the world's most beautiful natural spas. Hot calcium-laden waters spring from the earth and…
Geneva Jet D'eau - for the eco tourist visiting Switzerland
Any ecotourist visiting Switzerland should take the time to enjoy Geneva and the Jet D'eau. Visible from anywhere in the city lies Geneva's most famous…
Mount Fuji - Japan
With its snow capped cone and stunning symmetry, Mount Fuji is one of the most recognised and beautiful symbols of Japan. Located on Honshu Island (about…
Fiordland - A stunning location for the eco-tourist
Any green traveller planning a trip to New Zealand would do well to visit the stunning Fiordland National Park . A world heritage site, Fiordland is, as the…
Mount Rushmore - USA
With the giant faces of US Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln carved into its granite face, The Mount…
Ha Long Bay - Vietnam
Meaning literally 'descending dragon bay', Ha Long Bay in Vietnam is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the Quang Linh Province. The Bay has an area…
London Sky ride
London will once again be transformed into a cyclists' paradise with the return of the Mayor of London's Sky Ride (Central London 5 September), promising to…
The Amafli Coast
A stretch of coast wedged between the blue of the sky and sea, a string of spectacular little towns and ancient fishing villages welded like limpets to the…
Across Australia
"The Greatest Aussie Adventure in Recent Times" Three blokes on motorbikes will cross Australia in virtually a straight line. In May 2012, three everyday…
Deer in love!!!!
The rutting season (che non è la stagione dei rutti) is on and almost finish but we still have a last chance to see those great animals fighting for their…
Charla sobre Solidaire Inca Tour a los niéos de la Virgen de La Paz
CHICLAYO In the Chiclayo region, the economic situation is quite depressed. Thousands of homeless young children live outside of the society, with no better…
Cape Town Part 2 - Enjoy the history and culture of the city!
This is the second video in the series to promote responsible tourism in South Africa. From our first destination, Cape Town. We meet with a local friend and…
Luxury India Tours - Jaisalmer
Easy Tours of India - Unique small group luxury tours & luxury travel services for visitors to India. We focus on one thing - offering exceptional values on…
Discover Peru
Discover Peru - Solidaire Inca tour - Fair Trade and Sustainable Tourism - Enjoy Peru in another WayFair Trade Tourism in PeruSolidaire Inca Tour is a fair…
South American Big Five
South America, like Africa, has a mammal "big five" that wildlife watchers dream of seeing. Giant Otter, Brazilian Tapir, Giant Anteater, Maned Wolf and…