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May 2026

Environment, Sustainable Travel

A Voice for the Wild: Celebrating Sir David Attenborough and the Hope of South Georgia

There are few voices that can instantly transport you from your living room to the edge of a frozen continent or the heart of a teeming jungle. For those of us dedicated to the preservation of our planet, Sir David Attenborough isn’t just a broadcaster; he is the heartbeat of the modern environmental movement.

As we celebrate both his 100th birthday and his extraordinary body of work, I’ve been reflecting on what his legacy means for my own journey – and specifically, for a place very close to my heart: South Georgia Island.

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May 7, 2026
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Environment, Sustainable Travel

Counting on the Future: Why South Georgia WildCounts is a Game-Changer

If you’ve been following my journey for a while, you know that my heart beats a little faster whenever we talk about South Georgia. This rugged, wind-swept UK Overseas Territory is often called the “Serengeti of the Southern Ocean,” and for good reason. It is a land of superlatives – home to millions of fur seals, towering albatrosses and those iconic – and personally my favourites! – bustling king penguin colonies.

But as a Trustee of the South Georgia Heritage Trust (SGHT), I know that beauty requires vigilance. Nature is resilient, but it isn’t invincible.

That is why I am so thrilled to share our latest mission: South Georgia WildCounts.

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May 5, 2026
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