Julie Waggoner | Good Nature Travel Blog

Five Fun Facts About Blue-Footed Boobies

The remote Galapagos Islands are home to an amazing assortment of unique wildlife. The most famous bird of the Galapagos is the blue-footed booby. While they...

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How to Get Face-to-Face With Polar Bears in the Wild

Do you dream of seeing polar bears in the wild? When you’re considering trip options, why settle for a tour where you’ll be peering at polar bears in the...

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The Best Time to See the Northern Lights

Is seeing the cosmic wonder of the northern lights on your travel bucket list? Do you dream of capturing stunning photos of the aurora borealis? Chances are,...

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Tigers and Jungle Scenes Decorate Indian Train Station to Inspire Conservation

The hundreds of thousands of tourists who pass through Sawai Madhopur on their way to search for tigers in the famous Ranthambore National Park and Tiger...

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First Twin Giant Pandas of 2016 Born in Chengdu

On June 20, China welcomed the first pair of panda twins of 2016 into the world. Their mother is a six-year-old giant panda named Ya Li, and the twins are her...

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Assam State in India Takes New Steps to Stop Rhino Poaching

In the northeast Indian state of Assam the newly elected government this month announced plans to crack down on poaching of one-horned rhinos in the area....

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Farewell to a Lifelong Adventurer and Nat Hab Guest

At age 100, Elsa Bailey became one of Nat Hab’s most memorable guests when we invited her to join our Tundra Lodge and Town Adventure to Churchill, Manitoba...

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Amazing Wildlife Images From a Kenya Photo Safari

Kenya’s Great Migration is one of the most photogenic events on the planet. The migration includes vast herds of wildebeest, zebra and elephants, as well as...

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Nat Hab Supports Wolf Conservation Research in Yellowstone

The excitement of hoping to see—or even photograph—one of the more than 100 wolves that now make the park their home is an incredible part of any trip to...

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How to Avoid the Crowds and Enjoy Yellowstone

If you dream of a visit to Yellowstone National Park this summer, you’re not alone. Really not alone. More than 4 million people visit Yellowstone annually,...

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We Asked and You Answered! Here’s Why Travel Makes you Happy [INFOGRAPHIC]

Last year in honor of the International Day of Happiness, we asked you to tell us what it is about travel that makes you happiest. We loved your responses,...

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What to Pack on Your Active Antarctica Sailing Adventure

An adventure cruise to Antarctica on a sailboat is an unbelievable opportunity for any active traveler who yearns for an all-access pass to one of the most...

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Let The NY Times 52 Places to Go in 2016 Inspire Your Travel Resolutions

The New York Times just selected its top 52 Places to Go in 2016, and the list includes some of Nat Hab’s most exciting trip destinations. This year’s...