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The Wildlife Trusts publish marine review for 2021

The Wildlife Trusts has published its Marine Review for 2021, revealing both highs and lows for our coastal wildlife. Compiled by the Trusts’ Living Seas teams, who are the eyes and ears of the UK coast, the report looks back at some memorable moments from the past year. In good news, strong numbers of humpback whales were … Read more

Wildlife Trusts publish Marine Review for 2020

The Wildlife Trusts has published its Marine Review for 2020, revealing both highs and lows for our coastal wildlife. Compiled by the Trusts’ Living Seas teams, who are the eyes and ears of the UK coast, the report looks back at some memorable moments from the past year. In good news, thousands of people thrilled at the … Read more

Thomas Cook to cancel all trips to see captive killer whales

British travel company Thomas Cook has announced it will stop selling tickets to animal parks where killer whales are kept in captivity. As a result, the holiday giant will no longer offer trips to SeaWorld in Florida and Loro Parque in Tenerife from next summer, despite huge visitor numbers. The bold move came after both … Read more

Spot marine wildlife on a Channel ferry crossing

Nature loving passengers travelling between Newhaven and Dieppe this summer will now have the chance to watch wildlife and listen to interactive conservation talks, thanks to DFDS partnership with ORCA. The Channel crossing experience is new for the European ferry operator and marine wildlife charity, who have worked together for over a decade providing similar … Read more

Take a UK safari to discover native wildlife

Holiday rental provider Snaptrip.com is encouraging people to take a UK safari this summer after it was revealed that 82% of the nation has a clear lack of knowledge when it comes to native wildlife and where to spot it. With the help of the Marine Conservation Society, Snaptrip has created a beautifully hand-drawn illustrated map … Read more

Tips for spotting wildlife when travelling by ferry

Unlike a plane or a train, ferries allow you to roam free whilst on board, giving you a chance to take in the sights and hopefully spot some wonderful wildlife along the way. Discover Ferries “take your passion with you” campaign launches this weekend, to coincide National Ferry Fortnight, and is actively encouraging passengers to … Read more