Ecuador: Four Worlds, One Country
Mainland Ecuador is a destination that often takes a back seat to its Central and South American neighbors, not to mention getting cast in the shadow of the ever-popular Galápagos Islands.
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
Colombia: A Must-See Destination for Birders
From the Field: Report by Christopher Bensley
Media reports are beginning to put Colombia in the “must see” category now that the Peace Accord is over a year old.
Photo of the Month: March 2018
Patagonia changes you. In this land at the end of the world, the clear, sharp air permeates you and is driven marrow-deep by the forever wind.
Video: Migration of the Monarchs
Holbrook's VP of Product Development, Pelin Karaca, just returned from Mexico, where she scaled Teotihuacan and went birding in Cozumel—but the real highlight was observing millions of monarch butterf
The unique flora of South Africa's Cape Region
Guest post by Philip Rundel, UCLA Botanical Garden Director
Botanists and plant collectors going back more than a century have given almost reverent recognition to the unique and spectacular flora
Photo of the Month: February 2018
The hike to the peak of Huayna Picchu is not for the faint of heart: the trail is a switchback built by the Inca.
Alaska by Land or by Sea?
5 Reasons Why Alaska Overland Makes All the Difference
Alaska conjures up images of towering grizzly bears, snow-cut glaciers and soaring bald eagles.
Photo of the Month: January 2018
In the summer of 2017, I had the great fortune to accompany Professors Ann & Rob Simpson as a photography student on an amazing three-week adventure to Ecuador.
Holbrook's 2018 Calendar
Each year we ask our travelers to submit their favorite photos from their journeys with us for a chance to be featured in our annual calendar.
Photo of the Month: December 2017
I love going to the ends of the Earth to find dramatic, uncommon, extraordinarily beautiful subjects. One of those subjects is the clear night sky.
Ten Fascinating Facts about the Great Migration
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,
Photo of the Month: November 2017
I decided that 2016 would be my “Year of Cuba.” I joined a group of avid birders on a Holbrook trip in hopes of experiencing as much of the country as possible.
Photo of the Month: October 2017
Glacial lagoon near Svéitarfelagio Hornafjörour, Iceland. I was one of a group of six Jacksonville University Alumni (all former biology majors) led by Dr.
Plan Your Trip to Ecuador’s Otavalo Market
Vibrant colors, friendly voices haggling, rough woven textiles and the wafting scent of cooking meat. All of this is what’s in store at the Otavalo Market.
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
Photo of the Month: September 2017
A sunrise drive at Sabi Sands, a consortium of private landholdings just outside Kruger Park in eastern South Africa, produced some electrifying action between two leopards.
Books to Read before You Travel to the Amazon
Discover the in-depth history and unique wildlife of the Amazon through firsthand experiences, detailed guides and amazing photography before you visit.
Photo of the Month: August 2017
During a once-in-a-lifetime seven-day sailing trip in the Galápagos, we had the opportunity to see many unusual and unique species of animals and ecosystems.
For Birders, Bahamas’ Outer Islands are Paradise
Visitors provide economic opportunity to support conservation
In the 30 minutes that Samuel Nelson has spent walking through Nicholls Town at the north end of Andros Island, he’s seen 17 species of
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.
Photo of the Month: July 2017
I was participating in the Cuba’s Protected Natural Landscape Photo Contest, which brought us to the Topes de Collantes nature reserve. Dr.
Excerpt: Birding Beautiful Belize from “The Speckled Hatchback”
Earlier this year, representatives from Audubon, NGOs, travel providers (including Holbrook Travel), and the Belize Tourism Board gathered in Belize and Guatemala. Dorian Anderson – birder, photograph
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.
Peru: Off the Beaten Path
From Machu Picchu to the Amazon rainforest, Peru is home to abundant natural and cultural wonders.
Photo of the Month: June 2017
Collana Corazón is a tiny, manmade island on Lake Titicaca, made out of the very reeds that grow in the lake.
Why Iceland is Primed for Educational Travel
Iceland is surging in popularity among travelers, and for good reason. The country offers volcanoes, glaciers, and waterfalls, plus history, culture, and more, all within a relatively small area.
Photo of the Month: May 2017
It was such a treat to see the many and varied chameleons in Madagascar, but it wasn’t always easy to get the perfect photograph!
12 Amazing Experiences in Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s "pura vida" attitude and rich and diverse landscapes—brimming with hundreds of bird species, endemic plants, lots of mammals, and other natural wonders—make it a goldmine for curious adve
Video: 500 Years of Cuban History and Culture
Get to know more about Dr. Alberto Jones's upcoming trip to Cuba in November, "500 Years of Cuban History and Culture," detailed by Dr. Jones himself.
Galapagos: An Unexpected Journey
Guest post by Ryan Dunleavy
At the start of 2017, I had the feeling that the year was going to be an uneventful one. However, I am very thankful I was wrong.
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.
Photo of the Month: April 2017
The Kenai Peninsula, south of Anchorage, proved to be a scenic wonder. Towering mountains, aqua-tinted glacier ice, Bald Eagles, and of course, whales!
Books to Read before You Travel to Iceland
With a culture made up of Nordic folklore, exciting festivals, historic landscapes, and breathtaking landscapes and geological formations, Iceland gives its visitors a vast array of experiences.
Photo of the Month: March 2017
During a July workshop trip to Costa Rica, we were making a visit to Poás Volcano National Park en route back to San José.
Bucket List: Patagonia
In southern Chile and Argentina, Patagonia’s wild, open frontier includes fields of glaciers, jagged Andean peaks, deep-blue fjords, and glacial waterfalls. Find out more about this captivating landsc
Photo of the Month: February 2017
Our trip couldn’t have been more perfect: outstanding bird watching, spectacular photographic opportunities, and unique cultural experiences.
A Taste of India
Travel is exciting. It gives us the opportunity to submerge ourselves in someplace new. To see new landscapes, architecture, wildlife, people, as well as food.
Bucket List: Machu Picchu and the Galápagos Islands
Hidden away in the mountains above the Sacred Valley until 1911, Machu Picchu is now a must-see for any visitor to Peru.
Alaska: Where Wild Rules
"I wanted to see as much of Alaska as I could in one week and step outside my comfort zone.
Photo of the Month: January 2017
This lovely Lesser Violetear was perched near the main building at La Savegre Lodge in the central highlands of Costa Rica.
Photo of the Month: December 2016
Being in Mexico surrounded by millions of migrated monarchs in flight is a breathtaking experience. The feeling is indescribable. The best word to describe the sensation is magical.
Photo of the Month: November 2016
We enjoyed our visit to Selva Verde Lodge in March 2015. There were beautiful areas to walk and explore to see amazing wildlife.
Photo of the Month: October 2016
In a country full of fascinating geological features, one is famous among divers: The Silfra Crack.
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
Photo of the Month: September 2016
Strong winds hammered us as we switch-backed up the last few hundred feet of the trail where we were suddenly face-to-face with massive glaciers on the Salkantay Pass.
Photo of the Month: August 2016
After an inspiring eco-volunteer trip with the Sea Turtle Conservancy in Tortuguero, I visited Braulio Carrillo National Park on my second to last day in Costa Rica.
Books to Read Before You Travel to Costa Rica
Here is a selection of books you may want to consider reading before your journey to Costa Rica.
Costa Rica, Travelers' Wildlife Guides
By Les Beletsky
This outstanding book is a field guide
Photo of the Month: July 2016
As a wildlife photographer, the Galápagos Islands had been on my bucket list since, well, I cannot remember how far back. In July of 2015 I was able to realize my dream.
Photo of the Month: June 2016
Komodo Island and the surrounding islands that make up Komodo National Park in Indonesia have become well known for being home to the infamous Komodo Dragon, the largest living species of lizard.
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