The Holbrook Explorer

In the ever-evolving fight against threats like climate change, pollution, and habitat loss, advances in science offer exciting new tools for protecting our planet’s flora and fauna.

Guest Post by Debbie Jordan “There he is, there he is!” This was our excited guide’s voice seeing the jaguar in the open.

"All I remember was being breathless. It was so magical,” recalls Pelin Karaca, Holbrook’s Vice President of Product Development, about her first encounter with the mountain gorillas.

Special guest post by Andrea Holbrook This Earth Day, I would like to share a few special books with you.

At its best, photography transports us to another place, telling a story about its people, nature, or landscapes.

When we picture migrations in North America, often we think of songbirds heading south for the winter. But there are lots of other animals that make seasonal treks on a large scale.

Ever wonder how a travel provider manages field operations to make trips go smoothly? Or handles a challenge in the field?

At its best, photography transports us to another place, telling a story about its people, nature, or landscapes.

2021 marks 50 years since our company's founder, Giovanna Holbrook, first led a group of travelers to the Galápagos Islands, a life-changing experience that became the impetus for the creation of Holb

Tracking the Big Five in COVID times: Guest post by Reinier Munguia Holbrook Travel connected with our friend and travel leader, Reinier Munguia of Wildstock Photography, upon his return from a saf

Lots of people are familiar with the Big 5 game animals of Africa, but did you know the Galápagos Islands have their own special claim to fame—the Big 15? This list of the archipelago's must-see wi

Guest post by Kevin Van Dien High up in Manitoba’s vast province lies Churchill, a city that’s had a long history of visitation from humans, wildlife, and even tiny charged particles emitted by the

When it comes to public relations, sharks face an uphill battle.

What our planet’s northernmost latitudes lack in biodiversity, they make up for in charismatic fauna.

By Christopher Bensley and Oceanwide Expeditions I have always had a fascination with northern landscapes.

Rich in bold, tropical colors and elegant blooms, orchids easily fascinate people with their dazzling appearance, but there is more to the dainty plant than meets the eye.

After returning from her trip to Mexico with the Florida Museum of Natural History in February, butterfly conservationist Julia Miller shared her reflections on the experience, and ways to continue ad

If you’re looking for a fun and ecofriendly project to try at home, look no further than your own backyard.

Where are they going? Mexico bid its farewells to the monarch butterflies overwintering in the oyamel fir forests, and the spring season welcomes them into their northern migration.

Holbrook Consultant Stefanie Plein just returned from Mexico, where she accompanied a group of travelers to see the annual migration of millions of monarch butterflies in the state of Michoacán.

Costa Rica’s south Pacific coast is known for its rich biodiversity both above and below the ocean surface.

Hawksbill sea turtles (Eretmochelys imbricate) play an important role in the health of ocean ecosystems, but this species is under threat.

Experiencing an animal in its natural habitat can induce pure awe and amazement in even the most cultured travelers.

Alexander Von Humboldt is known as one of the most significant contributors to the earth sciences and undoubtedly one of the most important scientific explorers of Latin America.

The world’s sea turtles have existed for over 100 million years, but their numbers are rapidly declining, largely due to human activity.

When it comes to conservation, Costa Rica is small but mighty.

What you might not know about one of nature's oldest and most extraordinary events.  The annual migration of wildebeest from the plains of the Serengeti in Tanzania to the grasslands in Masai Mara,

The Galapagos Islands are teeming with unique and beautiful wildlife, from mammals to birds to reptiles and more.

The beautiful country of Belize boasts many stunning sights and locations, not least of which are its Maya ruins.

Like something straight out of a Halloween horror flick, four new species of fungi have been discovered that control carpenter ants’ brains to turn them into mindless “zombies” before killing them.

In many cultures, owls have long been associated with death, bad luck, and supernatural forces, which helps explain why they’re often associated with Halloween.

In the past week, we’ve added four brand new Cuba tours for you to join on our website.

Home to some of the most beautiful and memorable wildlife and nature in the world, the Galapagos is a top destination for many. Visitors travel to the islands to admire and enjoy this little piece of

Millions of monarch butterflies in El Rosario Monarch Site, Angangueo, Michoacan, Mexico by Jade Aster Badon during the recent Expedition Travel trip this February.

No butterfly makes a journey quite like the Monarch. These cold-blooded butterflies are unable to survive long winters, so millions of Monarchs migrate south every fall, seeking warmer temperatures.

Learn what it’s like to be a Holbrook guide in Costa Rica from this interview with Yehudi Hernendez!

Have you ever dreamed of walking among elephants as they frolic in a field? If your answer was “yes,” then you’re not alone.

Dr. Bill Hilton Jr. was recently featured as a "hometown hero" by his local news channel CN2 in South Carolina for his dedication to environmental research.

Rejoice, it's Halloween!

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  This bright video follows the Google Maps team as they capture the Galápagos Islands in greater detail than ever before.