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The Hiram M Chittenden locks in Seattle, Washington.

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle: Salmon, ships and the city’s overlooked soul

A short trip north of downtown reveals a side of Seattle that guidebooks often skim past. At the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, engineering, ecology and local identity quietly intersect. In the hotel lobby stands my very unofficial tour guide. “Howdy,” she says. “I’m going to…

A black bear in Duchesnay Forest near Quebec City, Canada.

Watching black bears in the Duschesnay Forest, Quebec: A quiet afternoon with Pistache

A firsthand account of black bear watching in Quebec, set in the protected Duchesnay Forest outside Quebec City. Exploring bear behaviour, conservation research, and what it is like to observe wild bears safely from a viewing tower. Bear safety in the Duchesnay Forest Carol walks…

The Hippopotamus House at Berlin Zoo, Germany.

Berlin Zoo, Berlin: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide (2026)

Visit Germany's oldest zoo, and get the best experience possible. My 2026 Berlin Zoo guide includes ticket prices, opening hours, and must-see animals for a great family day out. This guide was update in March 2026 to reflect current opening hours and ticket prices. When…

Australian sea lion pups at Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island, South Australia.

Seal Bay, Kangaroo Island: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide

A complete visitor guide to Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island. Find current ticket prices, opening hours, and information for seeing the sea lions. Standing on the boardwalk above Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, I watched a sea lion pup waddle up from the…

The Corroboree Billabong in the Northern Territory's Top End.

Corroboree Billabong: Mary River Wetlands wildlife cruise visitor guide

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features Corroboree Billabong is a stunning, expansive section of the Mary River Wetlands system in the Northern Territory. While not an ancient ruin or formal government park, it is one of the most ecologically significant and historically used…

One of the Australian sea lions near Baird Bay, South Australia.

Swimming with Australian sea lions in Baird Bay, SA

Swimming with the Baird Bay sea lions is one of the best experiences I've ever had in Australia. Here's why it's worth going to the western shore of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula to do it. Meeting Beryl and the Baird Bay sea lions It’s Beryl’s…

A koala at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane, Queensland.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Brisbane: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide

This 2026 visitor guide to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane includes ticket prices, opening hours, accessibility information and the best time to visit. Last updated in February 2026, this guide also explains why koala holding is no longer available at Lone Pine Koala…

Emirates Park Zoo, Abu Dhabi: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide (2026)

Visit Emirates Park Zoo in Abu Dhabi with this 2026 guide. It covers ticket prices, hours, and visitor tips for a fun family day at the zoo. When I first arrived at Emirates Park Zoo in Abu Dhabi, I wasn't expecting to have breakfast with…

The skeleton of Old Tom inside the Eden Killer Whale Museum on the New South Wales South Coast.

Guide to Eden Killer Whale Museum, NSW

Discover the fascinating maritime history of NSW at the Eden Killer Whale Museum. A complete guide to the museum's exhibits and historical significance. What is the Eden Killer Whale Museum? The Eden Killer Whale Museum is a regional museum in Eden, New South Wales that…

A Eurasian otter at the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo.

Innsbruck Alpine Zoo: 2026 ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide

Plan your trip to the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo. Find essential hours, ticket prices, transport options, and helpful visitor tips for seeing Alpine animals at the Alpenzoo. To skip the detail and just book your tickets, head here. If planning to visit several Innsbruck attractions, the…