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Discover Mexico and Explore the Yucatán Peninsula
Sip back and Explore the Yucatán Peninsula, where geology, dinosaurs, and ancient civilisations collide. Discover the Chicxulub asteroid impact that ended the Age of Dinosaurs, swim in limestone cenotes, visit iconic Mayan cities like Chichén Itzá and Tulum, and experience Mexico’s rich biodiversity, culture, cuisine, and Caribbean coastlines.
Dec 6, 20243 min read


Discover Egypt and Explore the Fossils of Whale Valley in Wadi Al-Hitan
Sip back and discover Egypt and Explore the Marine Fossils of Whale Valley in Wadi Al-Hitan of the Fayum Depression of the Nile Valley.
Dec 4, 20243 min read


Discover Montana USA and Explore the Fossils of Egg Mountain on the Willow Creek Anticline
Sip back and explore Montana, the Treasure State, rich in natural resources and world class Cretaceous dinosaur fossils. From Hell Creek discoveries to Egg Mountain in the Two Medicine Formation, this guide highlights Maiasaura peeblesorum, Montana’s State Dinosaur, ancient floodplains, fossilisation processes, museums, the Montana Dinosaur Trail, and unforgettable dinosaur tourism across Big Sky Country.
Dec 3, 20244 min read


Discover Spain and Explore the Fossils of Las Hoyas Near Cuenca
Sip back and explore the Early Cretaceous fossils of Las Hoyas in Spain, a world-renowned konservat-lagerstätte with exceptional soft tissue preservation. Dating to the Barremian Age, this freshwater wetland site reveals flowering plants, dinosaurs, early birds, mammals, reptiles, and invertebrates preserved in fine limestones, offering rare insight into Cretaceous ecosystems, evolution, and fossilisation processes.
Nov 30, 20243 min read


Discover Brazil and Explore the Fossils of Santana do Cariri
Sip baxk and explore Santana do Cariri, Brazil's Cearense Capital of Palaeontology, home to the Crato Formation in the Araripe Sedimentary Basin. Discover exceptionally preserved Lower Cretaceous fossils, including fish, insects, pterosaurs, dinosaurs, and flowering plants. Learn about UNESCO Araripe Geopark, Gondwana tectonics, and semi-arid lake ecosystems shaping one of South America's most important fossil landscapes. Ideal for paleontology enthusiasts and geotourists.
Nov 29, 20244 min read


Discover Utah and Explore the Carnegie Quarry Exhibit Hall
Sip back and explore Utah’s fossil heritage at the Carnegie Quarry in Dinosaur National Monument, home to over 1,500 dinosaur bones preserved in a dramatic quarry wall. Discover iconic Jurassic dinosaurs like Stegosaurus, Diplodocus, and Allosaurus, the Morrison Formation’s braided river landscapes, and one of the world’s most important dinosaur sites near the Utah–Colorado border.
Nov 28, 20244 min read


Discover China and Explore the Dinosaur Fossils of Sichuan Province
Sip back and explore the Dashanpu Dinosaur Fossil Site near Zigong, Sichuan Province, China, home to over 200 dinosaur specimens including Shunosaurus, stegosaurs, and Agilisaurus. Recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark, this Middle Jurassic site offers rich fossil layers, diverse Mesozoic formations, and the Zigong Dinosaur Museum, making it a must-visit destination for fossil enthusiasts, geotourism, and educational travel experiences.
Nov 6, 20244 min read


Discover Portugal and Explore the Dinosaur Footprints of Parque Natural das Serras de Aire e Candeeiros
Sip back and discover Portugal’s prehistoric wonders at Parque Natural das Serras de Aire e Candeeiros and the Natural Monument of Dinosaur Footprints. Explore sauropod and theropod trackways at Galinha Quarry, admire the mascot “Aramossauro,” and uncover Jurassic fossils in the Estremenho Limestone Massif. Visit the Mira de Aire Caves with stunning karst formations, stalactites, and underground rivers, blending geology, history, and tourism in central Portugal.
Nov 3, 20243 min read


Discover Argentina and Explore the Fossil and Dinosaurs of Ischigualasto
Sip back and explore Argentina’s Ischigualasto-Villa Unión Basin, known as the Valley of the Moon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring lunar landscapes, exceptional Late Triassic fossils, and the origins of dinosaurs. Discover unique rock formations, including El Hongo, The Sphinx, and El Submarino, and understand how the Carnian Age shaped early dinosaur evolution, biodiversity, and South America’s iconic natural wonders.
Oct 24, 20245 min read


Discover China and Explore the Plant and Dinosaur Fossil Sites of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region
Sip back and discover Inner Mongolia, China’s vast autonomous region, where ancient geology meets world class fossil heritage. From the Gobi Desert and Ordos Basin to Wuda’s vegetational Pompeii and the Jehol Biota, explore dinosaurs, birds, mammals and marine life shaped by tectonics, deserts and climate change, alongside grasslands, mountains and the Great Wall, in a landscape spanning the Paleozoic to Cenozoic eras worldwide today.
Oct 17, 20249 min read


Discover Canada and Explore the Fossils of Quebec's Gaspé Peninsula
Sip back and explore Parc national de Miguasha on Quebec’s Gaspé Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for the Late Devonian Escuminac Formation. These fossil-rich cliffs preserve the Miguasha biota, revealing exceptional lobe-finned fish and the pivotal fish-to-tetrapod transition. Discover how geology, glaciation, and rare preservation illuminate one of life’s most important evolutionary milestones along Chaleur Bay in eastern Canada.
Oct 12, 20244 min read


Discover Namibia and Explore its Fossil Record Dating Back to the Ediacaran Period
Sip back and discover Namibia, a vast destination of dramatic landscapes, wildlife safaris, and a transformative fossil record spanning over 2.6 billion years. From the Ediacaran–Cambrian fossils of the Nama Group to dinosaur tracks, fossil fjords, deserts, and the Skeleton Coast, Namibia offers world class geotourism, deep time discovery, and responsible travel across one of Earth’s oldest natural environments.
Oct 9, 20247 min read


Fossil Hunting at White Nothe Near to Ringstead Bay on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset.
Sip back and discover fossil hunting at White Nothe on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with expert insights from author Steve Snowball. Explore Chalk, Upper Greensand and Lower Greensand geology, safe access from Ringstead Bay, fossil types including echinoids, ammonites and shark teeth, tide timing, safety advice and responsible collecting within this protected SSSI coastal landscape for collectors seeking Cretaceous fossils on the Dorset coast.
Oct 3, 20245 min read


Discover Kenya and Explore the Fossils from the Cradle of Humankind
Sip back and explore Kenya, the “Cradle of Humankind,” where fossil discoveries like Orrorin tugenensis reveal over 6 million years of human evolution. Discover paleoanthropology sites, East African Rift geology, Mount Kenya, Maasai culture, and wildlife safaris across the Serengeti and Masai Mara. Perfect for geotourism, fossil enthusiasts, and travelers seeking Africa’s rich evolutionary and natural heritage.
Sep 24, 20247 min read


Discovering Bolivia and Exploring the Dinosaur Footprints at Cal Orck'o
Sip back and explore Bolivia’s remarkable fossil record with a visit to Cal Orck’o and the El Molino Formation near Sucre. Discover over 10,000 dinosaur footprints, including theropods, sauropods, ankylosaurs, and a baby T-Rex trackway. Learn about Bolivia’s prehistoric lakes, riverbeds, and marine life fossils, with expert insights on safe visits, guided tours, and UNESCO heritage sites like Sucre, combining geology, paleontology, and tourism.
Jul 17, 20245 min read


Fossil Hunting on the Isle of Portland on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset - Pt 1
Sip back and discover fossil hunting on the Isle of Portland along Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with expert Steve Snowball. Explore safe quarries, coastal paths, and scree slopes to find marine fossils, ammonites, bivalves, and gastropods in Portland Stone and Kimmeridge Clay. Learn practical tips for tides, safety, tools, and quarry terrain, all guided by Steve’s extensive fossil collecting experience and acclaimed Dorset guides.
Jun 25, 20246 min read


Fossil Hunting at St Oswald's Bay on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset.
Sip back and explore fossil hunting at St Oswald’s Bay on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with expert guidance from author Steve Snowball. Learn how to find ammonites, belemnites, echinoids and more in the Chalk and Upper Greensand formations, plus essential tools, safe access routes, SSSI rules, and tips for collecting fossils responsibly between Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove.
May 5, 20244 min read


Fossil Hunting at Furzy Cliff at Bowleaze Cove on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset.
Sip back and discover fossil hunting at Furzy Cliff, Bowleaze Cove on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with expert insight from author Steve Snowball. Once one of the UK’s richest Oxford Clay vertebrate sites, Furzy Cliff has changed due to erosion and coastal defences. Learn what fossils can still be found, safety considerations, access tips, and the geological context of this evolving fossil locality on the Weymouth coastline today.
May 2, 20243 min read


Fossil Hunting at Burton Bradstock on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset.
Sip back and discover expert fossil hunting insights at Burton Bradstock on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with acclaimed author Steve Snowball. Learn about dangerous cliff falls, Inferior Oolite ammonites, Bridport Sand fossils, safety guidance, tide planning, and responsible collecting at this SSSI fossil site, one of England’s most challenging and rewarding locations.
Apr 29, 20245 min read


Fossil Hunting at Tidmoor Point and Tidmoor Cove on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset.
Sip back and discover fossil hunting at Tidmoor Point and Tidmoor Cove on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with expert guidance from author Steve Snowball. Learn where to find ammonites, belemnites, crinoids and more in the Oxford Clay Formation, plus essential safety tips, access routes, and SSSI rules for exploring this protected Fleet Lagoon site.
Apr 26, 20245 min read
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