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Category: Ethical travel

Travel is a privilege – one that most people around the world don’t have. For those of us fortunate enough to explore beyond our borders, it’s our responsibility to do so ethically and respectfully. That means minimizing our environmental impact, honouring the cultures and communities we visit, and avoiding any activities that exploit animals or cause harm. Travel should be a force for good – for the planet, for the people, and for the creatures we share it with.

I’ve made my share of mistakes over the years, but I always strive to learn and grow from them. As travellers, it’s our responsibility to educate ourselves about the countries and communities we visit – and to be aware of the potential negative impact our presence can have. The least we can do is approach each place with humility, respect, and a genuine commitment to doing better.

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Ethical travel Scotland Vegan travel

How to survive as a vegan on the Isle of Skye

by Mel on 11/01/2021
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Before moving to the Isle of Skye for two months last January, I was worried about how to…

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A new normal?: How to travel responsibly in the age of a pandemic

by Mel on 26/09/2020
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I have been reluctant to write this post as I kept hoping for Covid-19 to disappear from our…

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How to survive as a vegan on the Faroe Islands

by Mel on 29/09/2019
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Faroe Islands is not exactly the first country that comes to mind when thinking vegan-friendly places, but you’d…

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Plant-powered travel: Reflections after one year as a vegan

by Mel on 01/09/2019
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Today is my first veganniversary. On September 1st 2018, I finally decided to go vegan. For the animals,…

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Popular hikes restricted: Examining overtourism on the Faroe Islands

by Mel on 23/05/2019
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This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a commission…

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How to survive as a vegan on Greenland

by Mel on 28/02/2019
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Greenland is not the typical destination for a vegan, considering the fact that the country is cold, icy…

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Responsible travel: Is dog sledding ethical?

by Mel on 26/01/2019
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When I first came to Greenland back in September 2018, dog sledding was something that was on my…

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Denmark Ethical travel

A walk with the homeless in Aarhus

by Mel on 12/11/2018
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On a cold late August evening, my aunt and I headed to Aarhus to attend a rather unusual…

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Vegan on Greenland: Why I decided to go vegan in the Arctic

by Mel on 03/09/2018
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As if moving to Greenland is not enough of a challenge, I also chose to go vegan on…

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Ethical travel Faroe Islands

Examining Grindadráp: A vegan’s opinion on the Faroese whaling tradition

by Mel on 21/08/2018
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The one thing I get the most questions about that doesn’t have anything to do with travel is…

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That one time I had a rabies scare

by Mel on 13/02/2018
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It’s a much debated topic in the western world whether or not you should vaccinate children. As a…

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Saksun theme park?: Addressing the tourism issues on the Faroe Islands

by Mel on 07/12/2017
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I’ve been travelling to the Faroe Islands since October 2013. I love the country, and I come back…

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After the atomic bombs: Discovering Hiroshima and Nagasaki

by Mel on 27/04/2016
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Beautifully set between mountains and vast forests, Hiroshima is a bustling and modern city. While walking the streets…

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I'm a Danish/English archaeologist with an ardent passion for exploring the north. Whether it’s the windswept cliffs of the Faroe Islands, the icy fjords of Greenland, the misty moors of Scotland, or the deep forests of Scandinavia - the north is where my heart feels most at home. I may sometimes go astray and travel south, east or west, but I always find my way back north. In September 2023, a scruffy little pup from Romania named Minnie trotted into my life - and onto the road with me. She’s now my loyal sidekick, and the best adventure buddy I could ask for 💙 If you're into unusual destinations, wild northern landscapes, and forgotten places, you’ve come to the right corner of the internet. So go ahead - pack your virtual backpack and come explore the north with us!

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Fun facts

‣  88 countries & territories visited
‣  6 continents visited
‣  10 countries lived/worked in
‣  3 total solar eclipses seen
‣  122 mountains conquered
‣  56 destinations explored solo
‣  153 UNESCO sites visited

Where am I?

Currently just a girl trying to find a place in this world...

‣ May-June: Swedish cabin life
‣ July: Denmark

Top 10 dream destinations

1. Tristan da Cunha
2. Socotra, Yemen
3. Arctic Russia
4. Saudi Arabia
5. Falkland Islands
6. North Caucasus, Russia
7. Turkmenistan
8. Transnistria
9. Shetland Islands, Scotland
10. Antarctica

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