Eco-Friendly Travel Tips
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- 26 Jul 2022
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One of the highest impact ways to cut back on emissions and reduce your carbon footprint is to fly less often. But for those who want to explore the world, there are ways to make your trips eco-friendlier without overhauling your vacation. We’ve put together some tips that you can implement along your journey to make a positive impact on your next holiday.
There is no way around it: travelling and sustainability don’t really go hand in hand. In recent years however, the concepts of conscious traveling and eco-tourism have emerged, which foster the idea that not all forms of tourism are inherently destructive.
What is sustainable tourism?
As defined by the UN World Tourism Organization, sustainable tourism “takes full account of its current and future economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities.”
Travel has the power to be a catalyst for positive change. It can be used to promote the conservation of natural and cultural heritage, support the livelihoods of local communities, and educate people on the urgent need to care for our planet’s biodiversity.
At its core, travelling sustainably is about shifting our perspectives on the purpose of our trips. Travelling should be a mutual exchange, where we consciously think about what we are getting out of the experience, and what we are giving back.
Before the trip…
As a general rule, the shorter the distance you travel, the lower your carbon footprint. Opting for trains and buses over planes and cars is also the better option. But sometimes, that long-haul flight is inevitable, and then it is important to put some thought into choosing the destination. Read More...
