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Nikki Savvides is an intrepid traveler passionate about animals, the environment and ethical tourism. She holds a PhD in Cultural Studies. Her thesis studied the work of conservation, ecotourism and animal welfare projects at a number of sites across Asia.

Nikki is currently working on research about elephant welfare and conservation in Thailand, with a specific focus on the devastating effects that deforestation has had on a marginalized indigenous group with a 900-year ancestry working with elephants.

When she's not travelling, Nikki runs her editing business, The Word Wizard, from Sydney, Australia.

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5 Environmentally Sensitive Areas Tourists Shouldn’t Visit

by Nikki SavvidesUpdated on May 27, 2023Mar 20, 2018

Skip environmentally sensitive areas for trips where you can make a positive impact through traveling. In this post, we’ll provide ethical alternatives to popular but fragile tourist destinations.

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How A Jewelry-Making Project Is Empowering Displaced Women In Istanbul

by Nikki SavvidesUpdated on Sep 2, 2020Jan 8, 2018

Jewelry that gives back to charity is a great way to be stylish and do good. Check out how to help empower displaced women in Istanbul through jewelry.

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6 Pioneering Volunteer Projects Helping Street Animals In India

by Nikki SavvidesUpdated on Oct 19, 2020Aug 22, 2017

India is a place of wonder; a colorful and vibrant land of stunning mountains, glorious beaches, bustling cities, and amazing architecture. It’s also a country …

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How Tourism Is Saving Oaxaca’s Sea Turtles

by Nikki SavvidesUpdated on Feb 5, 2024Aug 4, 2016

Sea turtle conservation thrives in Oaxaca’s idyllic seaside tourist towns of Mazunte and La Ventanilla, both hunting grounds turned sanctuaries. Here’s how.