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This photo was taken at Basantapur (Kathmandu Durbar Square) in Nepal during one of my first photo shoots there. © Diana, The Elephant Soul

This photo was taken at Basantapur (Kathmandu Durbar Square) in Nepal during one of my first photo shoots there. © Diana, The Elephant Soul

5 Environmental Reasons to Go Vegan while Living Overseas

Diana September 17, 2019

An encounter with a veterinarian who denied the impact of methane in the environment prompted me to write this week’s blog post and to pose some questions: Are we doing enough to reduce our environmental footprint in our nomadic lifestyle? Are we removed from a global concern due to the nature of our transient life? Is there something we could do/adopt/try wherever we are?

With the concern that many of us might not think it possible to go vegan while living overseas, I’ve put together 5 environmental reasons to help you see the potential and the opportunities there are for you and the planet, no matter where you live. I’ve also included useful links to recipes and contents for the omnivores who aren’t ready to make the shift. Enjoy and go green!

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In Animal Welfare, Environmental Footprint, Climate Change Tags Green Travel, Green Living, Vegan Overseas, Environmental Footprint
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During my last trip to Nepal, I shared this beautiful sunset with these magnificent souls while sipping a nice cup of green tea. Seeing elephants enjoying themselves without being forced to work carrying tourists on their backs is priceless. To find…

During my last trip to Nepal, I shared this beautiful sunset with these magnificent souls while sipping a nice cup of green tea. Seeing elephants enjoying themselves without being forced to work carrying tourists on their backs is priceless. To find out more about this unique eco-lodge visit TigerTops Image: ©Diana from The Elephant Soul

Travel Humanely This Summer: 7 Ethical Things you Can Do at Any Country + 8 Wildlife-Friendly Destinations We Recommend

Diana July 15, 2019

In the past decade, my travel preferences have shifted. Whenever possible, I try to make it a part of my trip to visit legitimate sanctuaries and animal rescue organizations. I have put together a short and simple list of ethical choices we can make at any destination we visit this summer, plus

This list includes 7 ethical choices you can make anywhere you find yourself this summer and the recommendation of 8 wildlife-friendlly destinations that I have personally visited, all of which are legitimate venues and sanctuaries that humanely care for wild animals. Read on and don’t forget to share it with your friends and family! Visit theelephantsoul.com to learn

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In Animal Welfare, Vegan Travel Tags Green Travel, Vegan Travel, Responsible Tourism, Travel Solo, Summer 2019, Captive Elephants, Wildlife Lover, Nature Lovers, Wildlife encounters, Thailand, Malaysia, Guatemala, Jordan, USA, Ireland, Nepal, Lions, Bears, Macaws, Spider Monkeys, Jaguars, Responsible Travel, Vegan Travel Blog
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How to Be an Animal-Friendly Tourist in Jordan - Dos and Don'ts and Other Ways to Help

Diana April 22, 2019

Working animals in Jordan and in other developing countries are usually overworked and undernourished. Their mistreatment is not apparent to most tourists who hire them without taking a closer look at their working and health conditions. In this article you will find humane and animal-friendly alternatives for your next visit to Jordan.

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Tags Vegan Blog, Expat Living, Expat Blog, Jordan, Animal Activist, Animal-friendly Tourism, Green Travel, Responsible Tourism
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Be an Activist for the Animals: 5 Things You Can Do Today (Wherever You Are in the World)

Diana October 19, 2018

Many of us feel overwhelmed when we travel and see working animals in poor conditions. It is heartbreaking and we often wish we could do something to help them out. Doing something helps us become a part of the solution and at the same time, it makes us feel like the situation is not hopeless.

Read on to learn these 5 simple ways in which we can be all be activists for the animals wherever we are in the world.

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Tags Animal Activist, Vegan Travel, Captive Elephants, Green Travel, Nature Lovers, Wildlife Lover, Nepal

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