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Nov 22, 20236 min read

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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