Conscious Travel

Lake Trek: Saving Our Great Lakes, One Mile at a Time

When Niewenhuis' lengthy trek around the Great Lakes exposed her to not only long stretches of pristine beaches, but to sections of such devastation that she became more keenly aware of the need to protect our waterways.

Park It Here

Exploring America’s National Treasures

Family trips to our national parks offer affordable, accessible, fun adventures that link us with nature and strengthen our commitment to appreciate and care for priceless resources.

Healthy Escapes

Unplugged Getaways Rebalance Our Lives

Ditch the cell phone and laptop—disconnecting from technology can help us regenerate, reconnect with ourselves and others and re-imagine our lives in a more satisfying context.

Affordable Vacations

Five that Give Back

Enjoy rich experiences while cutting costs and doing good for communities here and abroad. Here are some ways to travel, get involved and avoid tourist traps while walking lightly on the Earth.

Time Out

Enhance Your Vacation--and Your Health--With these Mindful Tips

Taking a vacation—getting away from work and everyday schedules—is more than a fun diversion. It’s vital to spiritual health and de-stressing.

A Conversation with Phil Cousineau

Documentary Filmmaker, Author and Travel Leader to Sacred Sites

Phil Cousineau, documentary filmmaker, travel leader to sacred sites and author, discusses his book, The Art of Pilgrimage.

Wet Hands

California Opens First Ecosystems Immersion Experience

Vacation Biking

Rent Any Type of Bike Onsite Online

Good to Go

Volunteer Vacations at Home and Abroad

Backyard Campout

National Wildlife Federation Makes Fun Easy

Favor Sustainable Flight

Ways to Help Make a Difference

Travel Light

Five Tips for a More Eco-Friendly Trip