Compact and picturesque in charcoal grey and deep-sea blue, the island of Nantucket once hosted the astronauts of their time: the whaling captains who inspired Moby Dick.
They ruled the marine world, trading in risk, adventure and wealth. And then something happened.
A drive from New Orleans along the Great River Road in Louisiana left me with three distinct images and a haunting river of thought.
Florida is known for its crystal, turquoise blue. So why am I deliberately slipping into the mud with a snorkel? To go swimming with manatees, that’s why. To search for and understand those gentle marine giants who carry with them an eco success story all of their own. Here’s an ethical guide to swimming with manatees.
