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Dive Into Shark School with Jessica Harvey
Sharks are fascinating creatures. Over the years, sharks have often been misunderstood and this helped create a negative perception of sharks. Gradually, that perception is beginning to shift and sharks are being seen in a more positive light. If anything, we should be more afraid of not seeing sharks. Our marine environment has a delicate balance, and everything is interconnected. Sharks play a vital...
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Virtual Wanderlust: New York City
Summer travel plans may be stinted by the current pandemic, that doesn’t mean your sense of curiosity and exploration needs to take 2020 off. In the face of extended closures, many museums and cultural institutes have been exploring ways to bring tourism online. New York City is no exception! Many of the city’s landmark museums and some parks have joined Google’s Arts & Culture...
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Mr Fox: The Positive Impact A Therapy Dog Makes On The World
There is something truly special about the bond between a person and their dog. Dogs are man’s best friend for a reason. Dogs are loyal, compassionate and love unconditionally. There are so many amazing stories out there about dogs enriching the lives of so many people. At the end of the day our pets become a significant part of our family. I am delighted...
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Wanderlust: Take Me To The Ocean!
Many of us might be finding ourselves reminiscing about our past travels or dreaming about the day when we will be able to travel the world again visiting our favorite places or checking destinations off our travel wishlist. In the meantime, a trip to the beach might be the very ‘travel’ adventure you need. Living in the Cayman Islands has its privileges. Being surrounded...
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Earth Day 50th Anniversary
Happy Earth Day! Today marks the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day. Remember we are all connected through nature. I encourage you to take a moment and appreciate the beauty of nature. Nature is an incredible life support system and we all depend on a healthy environment. A simple way we can all celebrate Earth Day is by spending a few minutes outside just walking...
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International Women’s Day: Girl Power Cayman Visit The Blue Iguanas
In celebration of International Women’s Day, I am sharing a recent private tour of the Blue Iguana Conservation Facility with Girl Power Cayman and Miss World Cayman Islands. Both Miss World Cayman Islands and Girl Power Cayman share a passion for raising awareness about the environment and supporting our community. On a personal note, it has been such a privilege working with these wonderful...
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Sage Larock: Sustainable Swimwear Re-Releasing The Chateau Swimsuit
Sage Larock is Re-Releasing their sustainably made Chateau Swimsuit on 15th November (America’s National Recycling Day) to raise awareness about ocean pollution and ghost nets. The ethos of Sage Larock is to redefine and redesign fashion to be sustainably and ethically made for the betterment of our environment. Their commitment to ocean conservation is the driving force behind inspiring their swimsuit collections. Sage Larock...
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What You Need To Know About Turtle Nesting Season In The Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands was originally named “Las Tortugas” in 1503 by Christopher Columbus, due to the abundance of turtles found in our waters. Five hundred years later, turtles are still one of the most beloved and iconic animals in the Cayman Islands. There are three species of turtles that can be found in the Cayman Islands: the critically endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle, the endangered...
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Protecting the Biggest Fish in the Sea with the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation
Personally, whale sharks are my absolute favorite shark species. It is an incredible privilege to see them in all their glory in the wild. For some of us, the opportunity to swim with a whale shark is once in a lifetime. They are fascinating and docile creatures. They reach an impressive size, up to 14 meters making them the largest fish in the ocean. ...
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A Day In The Life Of A Shark Conservationist: Ellen Cuylaerts
One of my personal heroes is Ellen Cuylaerts. I have great admiration for Ellen’s ocean conservation efforts. She is a true luminary. Ellen faced her fears and learned how to dive and swim with sharks. By embracing her fear, she gained a deeper love, respect, understanding, and appreciation for sharks. It is her bravery, and curiosity to learn more about our ocean and sharks...
