Ann-Marie Cahill
Articles by Ann-Marie Cahill
Women’s History Month: My Grandmother’s Malta
By Ann-Marie CahillThis may seem a little strange but Women’s History Month always has me thinking about travelling to Malta. It is the birthplace of my grandmother; my mother’s mother
Europe Experiences History
Travel Beyond Black History Month
By Ann-Marie CahillDuring February, there is an influx of travel stories for the “Best Places to Celebrate Black History Month”. It’s great and there are so many places I want to visit! However, the same list almost disappears into the ether as soon as March 1st arrives.
The World Insights History Social Responsibility
A Trip Through Tradition on the Tweed Coast
By Ann-Marie CahillWollumbin is not the first site to be ‘renamed’ in Australia, and it certainly should not be the last.
Oceania Landscape Indigenous
Holiday from Home with Virtual Tours
By Ann-Marie CahillVirtual tours have been a massive hit in 2020, thanks in a large part to the COVID-19 lockdowns. When lockdowns first started in early 2020, many popular venues and institutions were offering virtual tours via social media.
United States Technology
Opinion: Is “No Travel” the new Responsible Travel?
By Ann-Marie CahillIt’s the statement no traveller wants to hear: “Please Don’t Come Here”.
The World Insights Social Responsibility
Indigenous Food Travel: A Culinary Postcard
By Ann-Marie CahillWhile many of my friends have turned to books or television documentaries, I have been exploring the world of culinary travel — but not just for cooking recipes. I found inspiration in the preservation of Indigenous food. And that has me planning my next adventure.
Oceania Food & Drink Indigenous Preservation Social Responsibility
Let Your Children Soar: Teach Your Kids Responsible Travel
By Ann-Marie CahillTravel is the greatest educator. It provides the greatest opportunity to open our minds and give practical application beyond anything we could ever learn in a classroom. However, it is a complete package. With great travel comes great responsibility… or something like that. As travel-loving parents, that responsibility includes teaching … Read more
The World Family Travel Social Responsibility
Adopt a Backpacker: Seeking Refuge During the COVID-19 Crisis
By Ann-Marie CahillYou know you’re living the travel-dream when you don’t have to go home *sigh*. But what happens when you can’t go home? When the option is taken from you? When the COVID-19 pandemic was declared, nations all around the world called for their citizens to come home. Not everyone could afford the … Read more
Oceania Backpacking & Camping
Is it safe to travel to Australia after the bushfires?
By Ann-Marie CahillThe Australian bushfire season for 2019/2020 has been the worst on record. Globally, news reports have tried to capture the enormity of the situation, often falling short. Red, orange, and black smother the traditional Australian green-and-gold. And yet, from the ashes, there is a sprout of new growth; as a … Read more
Oceania Social Responsibility
Uluru: Why Climbing is Bad for Australia’s Heart
By Ann-Marie CahillOver the last few months, there has been a mad rush of tourists to the heart of Australia: Uluru. The majority of tourists are eager to see the giant rock and soak in the spiritual atmosphere of the heritage around them. Others, however, are determined to climb atop and stake … Read more
Oceania Preservation
Sydney Festival 2019: Out of This World
By Ann-Marie CahillSydney comes to life in summer. It is a glorious city, no matter what time of year but in the summer, we have long days, warm nights, hot beaches, and the biggest party in all of Australia: The Sydney Festival. Sydney Festival – Everyone, Every Year Every January, over three … Read more
Oceania Family Travel Events & Festivals
Sustainable Tourism Trumps Palm Oil Plantations in Borneo, Malaysia
By Ann-Marie CahillOur guide on the Kinabatangan River in Borneo in Malaysia has been pointing out wildlife at every turn. Crocodiles sulking near the water’s edge. Proboscis monkeys lazing in the top of trees. Hornbills flying overhead. The only thing missing is the elusive pygmy elephant. The elephant’s absence hints at the … Read more
Asia Sustainability
Rebuilding Wildlife Tourism in Kaikoura, New Zealand
By Ann-Marie CahillNew Zealand is one of the most wildlife saturated tourist destinations in the world, with an abundance of native flora and fauna. Most notable is Kaikoura, on the South Island’s East Coast, which has always been ‘The Place’ for marine mammals and amazing birdlife. But an earthquake in 2016 risked … Read more
Oceania Preservation