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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. According to the report, tourism directly or indirectly generates one in 10 jobs in the world. The report, “Tourism for Sustainable Development in Least...
“Birds Mean Business” at National Audubon Society Event
Holbrook recognized in work to support International Alliance Program The 3-day event that brought together multi-country representatives to Washington last week had an important message: Birds Mean Business. The meetings capped the completion of a $2.6 million project between National Audubon...
Explore 2018: Pre-Summer Booking Reward for Educators
Reserve your group of 10 or more by June 17, 2017 and we’ll send you a $300 check at the time of your final payment. You can use it for your students, for any tipping, or anything you wish. It’s our way of saying “thank you” for choosing Holbrook. Be sure to provide your Educational Travel...
Film screening: "The Mystical Migration of the Monarch"
Holbrook is excited to sponsor a screening of “The Mystical Migration of the Monarch” as part of the 8th annual Cinema Verde International Environmental Film & Arts Festival in Gainesville, Fla. The documentary film by Fairn Whatley and Suzanne Damrich is about a monarch butterfly, her...
Holiday Giving Guide 2016
‘Tis the season for giving… This month, consider adding a charity to your “nice” list. If you’re not sure where to start, we've listed a few non-profit organizations that we think are worth checking out. Whether you donate your time, money, or even blood, we hope you’ll join us in sharing the...
Special Event to Benefit Climb for Cancer
A silent art auction and special event will be held November 5 in Gainesville, Florida to benefit the Climb for Cancer Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that provides services and programs for children and adults receiving cancer treatments. This event is open to the public. For...
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 with current government requirements, it’s not as easy to confirm custom itineraries. Holbrook has taken...
Cuba Contemporánea: Birds in Flight Photography Contest
Originally published in Cuba Contemporánea magazine, this article by Julio Larramendi, "Americans, Russians and Cubans at Playa Girón," examines how birding brings people together. The Birds in Flight Photography Contest referenced in the article is scheduled again for 2022: learn more.
University of Virginia Course Explores “Saving Nature” in Cuba
Earlier this year, University of Virginia students traveled to Cuba, where they visited national parks, private reserves, and urban farms to learn how the government, private organizations, and individuals have all played a role in conserving the island’s natural resources. The trip, which was...
Special Expeditions: Upcoming Trips to Join
Special promotion: Book your spot by August 31 and save $50 per person! Use code SECAT16 Our latest catalog of upcoming special expeditions is landing in mailboxes soon. Led by expert leaders in association with nature organizations, regional Audubon societies, public gardens, and photography clubs...
Holbrook Attends NMEA 2016 Annual Conference
Members of Holbrook Travel’s team will be making a trip to Orlando, Florida, for the National Marine Educators Associations’ 2016 Annual Conference from June 27 to 30. The conference will take place at Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld. Attendees can expect presentations on everything from the...
Helping Out in Ecuador
A Note from Andrea Holbrook There are some places that are like home for us at Holbrook; Ecuador is one of them. On Saturday evening, April 16th, a powerful magnitude-7.8 earthquake hit Ecuador. The epicenter was off the northern coast of Ecuador in the Manabí Province. More than 500 people lost...