Misool Island, West Papua

Limestone islets in the Ceram Sea.

Aiduma Island, West Papua

Located at the center of the Coral Triangle, Aiduma Island and Triton Bay may have the highest marine biodiversity in the world. Sustainable tourism plays an integral role in conserving this unique and beautiful place. See Triton Bay Divers (https://tritonbaydivers.com) for information on how to visit and contribute.

Guna Yala, Panama

On a remote beach on a small island in the Guna Yala, starfish pose in the crystal clear water.

Siuslaw National Forest

Waves crash through submerged caverns and spouting horn, creating ghostly jets of water.

Exuma Islands, The Bahamas

On a five-day sea kayaking expedition we stopped for a break on an offshore sand bar. The clear ocean and lapping waves were memorable.

Virgin Islands National Park

Although overrun with noisy boats, the north shore of Virgin Islands National Park offers beautiful paddling and snorkeling.

Pacifica, California

Unusual sunset from both above and below the clouds on a coastal peak.

Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

A sailboat is illuminated by a ray of sun between storm clouds.