Jagged peaks, cerulean lochs, plentiful wildlife and wonderful historical treasures have made Scotland a truly magical place to go, say Ruth Styles and Vanessa Jones
… The eco travel guide to Scotland Ruth Styles … Styles and Vanessa Jones William Wallace and the other heroes of Scottish history might not be …
Boasting vibrant cities, countless historical treasures and lush rolling countryside, England has much to offer green travellers, says Green Living Editor Ruth Styles
… The eco travel guide to England Ruth Styles | … says Green Living Editor Ruth Styles The ‘scepter’d isle’ of Shakespeare’s Richard … and gorgeous rolling green countryside. The capital, London, has earned itself a …
From the volcanic caldera of Mount Teide to the craggy tors of Dartmoor, Europe’s national parks combine stunning scenery with wonderful flora and fauna. Ruth Styles rounds up ten of the best
… Ten of the best...European national parks Ruth Styles … Natural World Poland UK holding.jpg From the volcanic caldera of Mount Teide to the craggy tors of Dartmoor, Europe’s national …
From recycling schemes to conserving green spaces, Ruth Styles rounds up the UK's eco-friendliest places to live
… March 2011 Ethical Living Cities Forum For The Future Society Sheffield London Edinburgh … green spaces, Ruth Styles rounds up the UK's eco-friendliest places to live According to the Mortgage Advice Bureau , 30 percent of us …
Forget France; the UK is home to some of the coolest holiday spots on the planet. Whether you want scenery, natural phenomena or a dose of eco-luxury, there’s a British break to suit you
… The hot list: 10 hip, green UK destinations … Cycling Nature holding.jpg Forget France; the UK is home to some of the coolest holiday spots on the planet. …
Want to see a new city and get fit at the same time? Then try doing it by bike...
… Want to see a new city and get fit at the same time? Then try doing it by bike... Producing a fraction of the carbon generated by tour buses and hire …
Last month’s downpours might have put you off water for life but that doesn’t mean a watery getaway isn’t worth a look. Ruth Styles rounds up 10 of the best
… worth a look. Ruth Styles rounds up 10 of the best According to a survey conducted by … booking website, Travel Eye , Orlando is the world’s most popular holiday destination, closely followed by Sydney. Other hotspots making the top 10 include …
The illegal wildlife trade threatens Zimbabwe's black rhinos with decimation. Ruth Styles reports on the Malilangwe Trust and safari company Singita's attempts to reverse the decline
… On patrol with Zimbabwe's wildlife defenders: the last hope for black rhinos? Ruth Styles | … is increasingly sophisticated prompting the need for a stronger response The illegal wildlife trade threatens …
The cowboys and Indians are still there but there’s more to America’s 48th state than reliving the glory days of the Wild West. Home to seven different ecosystems, it is leading the way in conservation and green tourism. Ruth Styles went to find out more
… Conserving the Wild West: Arizona’s green dream Ruth … Stallion Ranch Starlight Pines B&b canyon.jpg The cowboys and Indians are still there but there’s more to America’s 48th state …
Can the planet’s cultural and natural heritage be protected during a war? Ruth Styles talks Syria, conservation and natural wonders with Kishore Rao, head of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre
… The Ecologist meets… UNESCO's Kishore Rao Ruth … Abu Simbel Syria Afghanistan rao.jpg Can the planet’s cultural and natural heritage be … and natural wonders with Kishore Rao, head of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre From the …
From the endless red dunes of the south to the teeming game reserves of Damaraland, Namibia is home to some of the world’s most important eco-systems. Ruth Styles went to find out how local people are helping to preserve them
… The Really Wild Show: Namibia's pioneering … World Wilderness Safaris springbok.jpg From the endless red dunes of the south to the teeming game reserves of …
It’s better known for the yearly financial knees-up that is the World Economic Forum but when the bankers have gone, Davos is a family-friendly town with oodles of quiet charm, as Ruth Styles found out
… Davos: taking back the banker’s paradise Ruth Styles | 5th … Travel kls3974.jpg It’s better known for the yearly financial knees-up that is the World Economic Forum but when the bankers …
Combining great nightlife and delicious organic food with a fascinating past and friendly locals, Belfast is the perfect place for a British weekend break
… Belfast: the green guide Ruth Styles | 16th March 2011 … past and friendly locals, Belfast is the perfect place for a British weekend break Perched on the bank of the River Lagan at the western end …
Synthetics free and all the better for it; the latest crop of green fragrances are good enough to appeal to even the choosiest of fragrance fans. Ruth Styles spritzes on some of the best
… Rich Hippie Sharini Lush holding.jpg Synthetics free and all the better for it; the latest crop of green fragrances are good …
Need some destination inspiration? Ruth Styles rounds up the travel blogs that are making greener getaways cool
… inspiration? Ruth Styles rounds up the travel blogs that are making greener … Not so long ago, green travel was barely on the radar. With the exception of back-to-basics campsites and …
A marine biologist by trade and a conservationist by nature, Monty Halls is an unlikely champion for the fishing industry. A classic case of gamekeeper turned poacher? Not so says Halls. As he explains to Ruth Styles, nothing is simple when it comes to sustainable fish
… Monty Halls is an unlikely champion for the fishing industry. A classic case of … comes to sustainable fish Fish is big news. The cause célèbre of 2011 saw everyone from … Britain’s depleted fish stocks. As a result, the issue of discards – once practically …
Making Ghana’s cocoa sector more sustainable isn’t the easiest of tasks but for the Louis Bolk Institute’s Christian Mensah that’s all part of the job. Ruth Styles caught up with him to find out how he’s doing it
… Ghana’s cocoa sector more sustainable isn’t the easiest of tasks but for the Louis Bolk Institute’s Christian Mensah that’s all part of the job. Ruth Styles caught up with him to …
With its ultra-clean water and unspoilt countryside, Finland’s Lakeland is a paradise for nature lovers and foodies alike, says Ruth Styles
… darkness but as I discovered during a stay on the shores of Lake Saimaa, the reality is somewhat different. For one thing, it was distinctly warm, with the mercury pushing a not-too-shabby 30 …
He’s been a charity fundraiser and is now a fully-fledged adventurer. But is ‘Best Job in the World’s’ Ben Southall about to add eco-warrior to his CV? Ruth Styles met him to find out
… fully-fledged adventurer. But is ‘Best Job in the World’s’ Ben Southall about to add … launched an international campaign to fill the position of caretaker on the tiny coral atoll, Hamilton Island, two …
From food to fun, we've got the skinny on how to make this year's festivities the greenest ever
… The Ecologist guide to greening Christmas Ruth … holding.jpg From food to fun, we've got the skinny on how to make this year's festivities the greenest ever With just two months to go …
Try something new during the half term break, whether it’s wolf tracking in Sweden or surfing in Wales. Whatever your budget, likes or dislikes, we’ve got an eco-friendly family trip for you
… Glamping holding.jpg Try something new during the half term break, whether it’s wolf tracking in Sweden or surfing … in Northumbria Why it’s great: Located on the Tweed estuary with panoramic views over …
David Attenborough's Blue Planet II captured the awe and wonder of the natural world, and in doing so transfixed a nation. But it also brought new awareness of the appalling impacts of single-use plastics on marine life. Now the BBC has promised to ban such plastics before 2020. EMILY FOLK welcomes the move
… The BBC single-use plastics ban signals a … ater_pollution_with_trash_disposal_of_waste_at_the_garbage_beach.jpg David Attenborough's Blue Planet II captured the awe and wonder of the natural world, and …