Ranging from Southern China to Eastern India and as far south as Indonesia, the Malayan sun bear (Helarctos malayanus) take their name from the bib-shaped golden patch on their chest;…

Many will attest to the magic of turtle watching. Here are some guidelines on ways to observe them without causing distress to them or their environments. Volunteers at work, documenting…

In an era of increasing globalisation and ease of travel, destination management is increasingly important. As travellers seek unique experiences and authentic encounters, destinations must adapt and plan strategically to…

What does it really take to have a rewarding volunteering experience in marine conservation? Dr Louisa of MareCet shares her thoughts.  MareCet is a non-profit dedicated to the research and…

Love diving? A divemaster shares her tips on how to take your relationship with the ocean to a deeper level. Dharkshen Selva discovered scuba diving through her internship with Fuze…

Known as guardians of the coastlines, mangrove forests in turn need protection. A naturalist guide shares her thoughts on the best ways tourists can engage responsibly with them. Dharkshen ‘Dee’…

To use callers or not to? Hear what birdwatching experts have to say about this and much more in this guide to ethical birding. Rufous-backed Kingfisher. Photo by Amir Isqandar.…

Our writer speaks to Brandon Chee, a ‘Leave No Trace’ Master Educator about how to hike and camp in nature more responsibly. After the pandemic, many parks and outdoor tourism…

The Datai Langkawi shares its process and team culture for managing hotel waste in ethical and beneficial ways for the local community and their guests. “Sometimes guests ask me, ‘Are…

Experts share dos and don’ts to get the most out of your wildlife tours, while leaving minimal impact on the environment.  In mid-2014, I visited Earth Lodge Malaysia, a low-impact…