Giant Galapagos Land Tortoise One of the Galapagos Islands ’ most iconic species is the Giant Land Tortoise ( Chelonoidis niger) , a large lumbering creature that can weigh up to 900 pounds and...
9 Facts About Corsica That Might Surprise You Encompassing craggy peaks, blissful beaches, and coastal towns, Corsica is the fourth-largest island in the Mediterranean. Its geographical diversity is...
Insiders Guide to Loreto, Baja Loreto is a historically rich small town on the beautiful Baja California coast . Located on the Sea of Cortez side, Loreto is backed by the rolling mountains of Sierra...
A Brief History of Corsican Cuisine To better understand how Corsican cuisine has evolved over the years, it’s necessary to take a brief look at the island’s history and how its geography...
Whale Trail: The Migration of Gray Whales Each year, gray whales ( Eschrichtius robustus) complete what is believed to be the longest migration of any mammal, traveling roughly 12,500 miles between...
12 Experiences Not to Miss in Quebec City With its rich history, atmospheric quarters and majestic architecture, Québec City is one of Canada’s most popular destinations. Since it was founded...
Birds of the Sea of Cortez Wedged between Baja California and the Mexican mainland, the Sea of Cortez is renowned for its brilliant turquoise waters and rugged desert surroundings. Also known as the...
12 Must-Try Foods in Quebec It’s no secret that Quebec has become somewhat of a foodie destination, with a rich culinary heritage, unique dishes, and world-class producers to discover. Its...
Common Birds of Magdalena Bay in Baja California Sur Hugging the west coast of Baja California , Magdalena Bay not only provides a calving ground for California gray whales but is also a sanctuary...
Sea Urchins (Echinoidea) Sea urchins are spiny echinoderms that live on the seabed of almost every global ocean, inhabiting everywhere from the intertidal seashore down to around 16,000 feet (5,000...
Flora Feature - Bullwhip Kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana) Bullwhip kelp is an annual seaweed that grows in the cold, moving waters of the Northeast Pacific Ocean. It is named for its bullwhip-like...
CREATURE FEATURE: Sea Otters (Enhydra lutris) Native to the coastal waters of the North Pacific Ocean, sea otters are the heaviest members of the weasel family. They prefer to live along nearshore...