Community Conservation in Costa Rica: Celebrating the Inaugural Raptor Migration Festival
A remarkable phenomenon takes place each fall, when millions of raptors – including hawks, kites, vultures, and falcons – migrate southward from North America.
Charitable Giving Guide
‘Tis the season for giving… This month, consider adding a non-profit to your “nice” list. If you’re not sure where to start, we've listed a few organizations that we think are worth checking out.
Cutting-edge Conservation: Using Tech to Protect Wildlife and Habitats
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.
Holbrook's Anniversary Retreat: Celebrating 50 Years!
“So why travel responsibly? In a world of conflict and polarization, more than ever, travel can be a tool for positive change - but only if that travel is done respectfully and reflectively.
The Great Backyard Bird Count
Every year, volunteers around the world look to their backyards and beyond in the name of science during the Great Backyard Bird Count.
Video: A 50th Anniversary Celebration
As part of our 50th anniversary year, Holbrook Travel is proud to present the visual fulfillment of five decades of shared adventures and a firm commitment to responsible travel.
Planning International Travel Again? 5 Reasons Why Costa Rica Tops the List
Around the U.S., as Americans are increasingly vaccinated, activities and events are resuming once again. But what’s the outlook for international travel?
A Return to Travel: Holbrook's 2022 Calendar
At Holbrook, our annual calendar is a celebration of our work. In conjunction with our travel partners and talented photographers, we have once again assembled a tribute to the past year.
Tourism & the Climate Crisis: World Tourism Day Focuses on Our Carbon Footprint
Holbrook Travel participated in breakout sessions at the annual World Tourism Day Forum, held September 28-29, 2021 by the Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) and Tourism Declares a Climate Emergenc
5 Countries to Consider for Travel Now
Are you vaccinated and eager to travel internationally again? While U.S.
8 Ways to Travel More Responsibly
As travelers, we have a duty to leave the places we visit better than we found them—to both minimize harm and ensure the impact of our actions is socially, culturally, and environmentally beneficial.
Planning Private Journeys in a Time of Uncertainty
Special guest post by Andrea Holbrook, Holbrook Travel President
Just as I was about to say goodbye to my dear friend and morning walking partner, she called out:
“We need to plan something to
Holbrook Leader Recognized as Photo Contest Finalist
Congratulations to trip leader Krisztina Scheeff of KS Nature Photography, whose image of a piggish puffin was named a finalist in the 2020 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards!
Winners will be annou
Navigating the Future of Travel Insurance
Please be aware this is a rapidly evolving topic. We strongly recommend you consult your insurance provider or travel specialist for the most up-to-date, accurate information about coverage options.
Virtual Learning is Reshaping Education
What is the long-term effect and what about student travel?
The coronavirus crisis has required learning institutions to adapt rapidly to an online model.
Earth Day at 50: Does this year hold extra significance?
Coronavirus has shaken the world.
Holbrook's 2019 Year in Review
Our 2019 was a fun and eventful year full of celebrations, adventures, new partnerships—and a little “madness.” Here are just a few of the highlights:
"March Madness" Company Gathering
In March,
Changing our tune: Announcing Holbrook's new hold music
The next time you call the Holbrook office, you might notice something different—we've changed our hold music! President Andrea Holbrook explains:
"I grew up listening to my father’s folkloric musi
Happy Earth Day!
Since 1970, April 22 has been established as a global holiday meant to celebrate the natural world, bring awareness to environmental issues, and work together to take action.
Celebrating a Holbrook milestone!
This year, at Holbrook Travel, we're celebrating our 45th anniversary.
A look at "Florida's Changing Waters: A Beautiful World in Peril"
Florida is home to some of the most diverse and beautiful marine ecosystems in the country, from its coastal waters and lakes to its marshes, wetlands, and springs, each brimming with biodiversity.
Who was Alexander Von Humboldt?
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 2019 Great Backyard Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count began in 1998 as a joint project between the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society and has since expanded to 161 countries.
Holbrook's 2018 Year in Review
2018 has been a fun and eventful year—we've been fortunate to make new friends, new discoveries, and new connections! Here are just a few of the highlights:
New discoveries | Selva Verde
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Wildlife takes center stage in “Untamed Costa Rica”
In the just-released second season of “Untamed” by Nat Geo Wild, filmmaker Filipe DeAndrade captures incredible footage of iconic Costa Rican wildlife.
Each episode of the six-part digital series i
Supporting Guatemala after the recent volcano
Our thoughts are with the people of Guatemala, where earlier this week, an eruption of Volcán de Fuego in Antigua left hundreds dead or missing and caused damage to neighboring villages.
Operation RubyThroat plans 30th trip!
In November, Operation RubyThroat, a project of the Hilton Pond Center for Piedmont Natural History, will embark on its 30th trip in the name of citizen science and conservation.
Share your travel videos with Holbrook!
Whether you're zip lining through the rainforest, snorkeling in the Galápagos Islands, or simply watching the world go by from a streetside cafe, we want to tag along!
If you’re getting ready to go
Protecting Whale Sharks Through Citizen Science
Using data collected in part by citizen scientists, research offers new insights into the behavior and migration patterns of an elusive species—the whale shark.
Reaching an average of 32 feet in le
Notes from the San Diego Bird Festival
By Debbie Sturdivant Jordan
I just got back from another amazing trip to San Diego, our eighth year supporting the San Diego Audubon Bird Festival! It’s always great fun to visit with so many old f
The 2018 Great Backyard Bird Count
This weekend, bird-watchers all over the world can help researchers better understand bird populations during a four-day, worldwide event. The Great Backyard Bird Count began in 1998 as a joint projec
Attention Educators: 2019 Early Booking Reward
Get your 2019 travel plans in order soon!
Reserve your group of 10 or more by February 28, 2018 and we’ll send you a $300 check at the time of your final payment.
Update on Irma’s Aftermath: Impact on Cuba Travel
Despite hurricane’s fury, most areas are intact and programs are proceeding
Hurricane Irma made landfall last week on Cuba’s northeastern provinces as a Category 5 storm, the first the country has
13th Gainesville Latino Film Festival
Celebrate Latin American stories and culture at the 13th Gainesville Latino Film Festival, presented by the Latina Women’s League.
Conference Notes: 2017 Audubon Conference
Earlier this month, Holbrook’s Debbie Sturdivant Jordan and Chris Bensley attended National Audubon’s 4-day biennial convention in Park City, Utah.
2017: The International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development
A report released earlier this week outlines the importance of tourism in the global economy, and specifically in Least Developed Countries.
What Does President Trump’s Announcement Mean for Travel to Cuba?
Today, June 16, President Donald Trump made a statement that will affect how U.S. citizens may engage in travel to Cuba in the future.
“Birds Mean Business” at National Audubon Society Event
Holbrook recognized in work to support International Alliance Program
The 3-day event that brought together multi-country representatives to Washington last week had an important message: Birds
Explore 2018: Pre-Summer Booking Reward for Educators
Reserve your group of 10 or more by June 17, 2017 and we’ll send you a $300 check at the time of your final payment. You can use it for your students, for any tipping, or anything you wish.
What Iceland’s Tourism Boom Means for Travelers
Iceland is virtually erupting with travelers.
A 30% annual increase in visitors for the last four years has made tourism the #1 industry, surpassing fishing and aluminum production.
Be a Scientist for the Day: Take Part in the Great Backyard Bird Count
This Friday, February 17th, marks the start of the 2017 Great Backyard Bird Count, when bird-watchers all over the world can contribute to the studies of these animals during a four-day, worldwide eve
Film screening: "The Mystical Migration of the Monarch"
Holbrook is excited to sponsor a screening of “The Mystical Migration of the Monarch” as part of the 8th annual Cinema Verde International Environmental Film & Arts Festival in Gainesville, Fla.
A Taste of Cuba, Tradition and Conservation on the Christmas Bird Count
I made my first journey to Cuba on December 14, 2016 to support the annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC). Dr. Robert Norton conducted the first CBC in Cuba in 2012 and has worked with Dr.
Holiday Giving Guide 2016
‘Tis the season for giving… This month, consider adding a charity to your “nice” list.
Special Event to Benefit Climb for Cancer
A silent art auction and special event will be held November 5 in Gainesville, Florida to benefit the Climb for Cancer Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that provides services and pr
Cuba Charter Dates Now Available for Group Travel
Cuba is unlike any other destination for its learning opportunities across many facets - from nature and birding to arts, culture, and economics.
Due to the increased demand for Cuba, combined wi
Cuba Contemporánea: Birds in Flight Photography Contest
Originally published in Cuba Contemporánea magazine, this article by Julio Larramendi, "Americans, Russians and Cubans at Playa Girón," examines how birding brings people together.
University of Virginia Course Explores “Saving Nature” in Cuba
Earlier this year, University of Virginia students traveled to Cuba, where they visited national parks, private reserves, and urban farms to learn how the government, private organizations, and indivi
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