{"id":31884,"date":"2026-01-06T15:29:57","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T23:29:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/birdsconnectsea.org\/?page_id=31884"},"modified":"2026-03-11T10:44:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T17:44:57","slug":"birding-vacations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/birdsconnectsea.org\/get-involved\/go-birding\/birding-vacations\/","title":{"rendered":"Birding Vacations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;c1e424a9-7864-4e06-a88b-5b6b86cb9c39&#8243; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; 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These multi-day trips are thoughtfully designed for birders of all experience levels\u2014whether you\u2019re building confidence or expanding your life list. Travel with expert naturalists, enjoy luxury accommodations, and connect with a welcoming community of fellow bird lovers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-teams=\"true\">Our birding vacations engage all the senses. Alongside exceptional birding, many trips feature local food and drink experiences, including farm-to-table meals and tastings at regional wineries or breweries. 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