In the Atlantic Ocean, 1,600 kilometres off the coast of Portugal, lies the Azores archipelago.

When I first heard about the Geography and Sustainability trip to Iceland I knew I had to go; how many opportunities will there be to ethically explore the ‘land of fire and ice’?

As a travel company, our journey through the world comes with a paradox – the carbon footprint left by travel emissions.

For my work experience I came to Greece to work with the turtle conservation project. I started in Athens and made my way over to Kefalonia to stay and work with the turtles.

For the intrepid traveller that holds a passion for adventure, there is no better way to awaken the senses and the soul than by taking a foreign excursion.

Environmental DNA (or eDNA) is an emerging technique that has increased global efforts in species detection and quantification.

The first half of our South African adventure saw us at a privately owned lodge, designed for travellers like us to immerse ourselves in the surrounding nature.

The first half of our South African adventure saw us at a privately owned lodge, designed for travellers like us to immerse ourselves in the surrounding nature.

It goes without saying that the continent of Africa is home to some of the most fascinating wildlife on the planet. I (along with most of the world's population) have grown up watching the likes of Planet Earth. The experience you have as a visitor is vastly different, and in many ways, monumentally better.

Taking part in fundraising will not only help you gain the money you need for your upcoming trip but will also have a range of other benefits. The community involvement and support built will help create a sense of pride and ownership in the school.

The impact of travel on mental health in youth is vast and widespread. From building confidence and improving communication skills to learning new cultures and sampling new cuisines, travel at a young age provides a multitude of tools that will continue to benefit young people into adulthood and through life.

Greenwashing is a form of misleading marketing. It is a practice seen across many sectors including cosmetics, food, energy, tourism and fashion. Companies greenwash to make themselves seem more environmentally friendly for marketing purposes. They do this by providing misleading data regarding their environmental impact.

Hunter-gatherers travelled with the seasons, and people used natural services for all their needs. The change began with the age of agriculture 10,000 years ago when we began domesticating and ‘civilising’ nature. It is only within the most recent decades that the disconnection from nature took hold.

Aside from having an epic time exploring the beautiful St. David’s coastline in a boat, on land or jumping off rocks, the Wales programme has environmental conservation and sustainability at its heart.

It was incredible to feel that sense of adventure and do something scary but rewarding. I was reminded of my own strength and ability to grow from challenges, and ultimately, the experience brought me back to my passion for sustainable development.

200 businesses have accepted the challenge. We’re turning the climate crisis into climate action, reaching the goals of the Paris Agreement 10 years early. Find out more at The Climate Pledge.

Flooglebinder is very proud to be part of Business Declares and the fast-growing network of businesses who acknowledge the Climate and Ecological Emergency, supporting the global climate strike.

This week we hear from Ian, co-founder of Flooglebinder, father, husband and conservationist, about the digital detox trip to South Africa. We asked him a few questions to find out more…

Here are some great tips and initiatives that you can setup at home or in school. Whether it’s starting eco clubs, talking to various stakeholders or just small changes to every day life.

Here are some great tips and initiatives that you can setup at home or in school. Whether it’s starting eco clubs, talking to various stakeholders or just small changes to every day life.