# Sustainable Travel Tips 

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2017/04/sustainable-travel-tips/
- Published: 2017-04-19T14:19:31-04:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

Green or Sustainable travel is often misunderstood. With people thinking that they
have to [sleep in tents](https://www.gearhungry.com/best-large-camping-tents/), 
or never use cars to get around things get silly. Most people forego even trying
to plan sustainable travel.  That’s because they are under the misconception that
traveling green involves sacrificing. You know like too many “regular” activities,
especially those that make [holidays](https://greenlivingguy.com/2010/12/americas-going-green-for-the-holidays/)
fun.

In reality, sustainable travel is not difficult. In fact, it must be looked at as
a choice. First, a choice to opt for the alternative. One that will have the least
impact on the surrounding environment. While you might think simple choices don’t
work think twice. For example, booking non-stop flights as opposed to ones with 
layovers. Then choosing hotels with recycling programs which you think doesn’t make
much of a difference in isolation. When added together, these choices can significantly
cut your impact on the environment. Then you really are onto sustainable travel.
Here are some environmentally friendly choices for your next adventure:

[⌊Sustainable travel hotels In reality sustainable travel is not difficult In fact
it must be looked at as a choice First a choice to opt for the alternative One that
will have the least impact on the surrounding environment While you might think 
simple choices dont work think twice For example booking non stop flights as opposed
to ones with layovers Then choosing hotels with recycling programs which you think
doesnt make much of a difference in isolation When added together these choices 
can significantly cut your impact on the environment Then you really are onto sustainable
travel Here are some environmentally friendly choices for your next adventure⌉⌊Sustainable
travel hotels In reality sustainable travel is not difficult In fact it must be 
looked at as a choice First a choice to opt for the alternative One that will have
the least impact on the surrounding environment While you might think simple choices
dont work think twice For example booking non stop flights as opposed to ones with
layovers Then choosing hotels with recycling programs which you think doesnt make
much of a difference in isolation When added together these choices can significantly
cut your impact on the environment Then you really are onto sustainable travel Here
are some environmentally friendly choices for your next adventure⌉[

# **Getting Around:**

Going green doesn’t mean that you have to give up on transport altogether. However,
if you are visiting a walking-friendly neighborhood, take advantage of this. YOU
know what to do like spend time walking around. Walking is a great way to really
get immersed in the local culture of a place. In addition, you see parts of places
that you might have missed. Hence, if driving by.

Another option is hiring a bicycle (perfect for keeping off the holiday weight).
This will significantly reduce your overall emissions. If you are renting a vehicle,
make sure it is a hybrid or electric, so that it uses less fuel and decreases emissions.
Using local services like buses, ferries and boats etc too. That’ll generally have
a lesser impact.

Often it won’t be in your control, but if you are in the place to pick specific 
flights to get to and from your destination. In other words, try to pick a non-stop
flight. Why? The worse emissions on a plane are takeoff’s and landings. So most 
airlines now have carbon offset programs. This is where they try to compensate for
the airplane’s emissions by investing in carbon reduction projects and initiatives.
These are a good option.

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### **Accommodation**:

When choosing a hotel for your stay, look for seals or certification that the hotel
is eco-friendly. For the US, this involves a LEED certification, from the U.S. Green
Building Council, which judges on sustainable site development, water savings, energy
efficiency, material selection, [indoor environmental quality](https://greenlivingguy.com/2021/07/how-indoor-environmental-quality-impacts-health-and-productivity-at-work/),
and innovation in design. Other international certifications include EarthCheck,
Rainforest Alliance and Green tourism Business Scheme. A lot of hotels have recycling
programs, and choosing one with these is a great way to promote stable use of resources.

[⌊Green sustainable travel means producing food locally Green roof green food⌉⌊Green sustainable travel means producing food locally Green roof green food⌉[
 Another thing to consider is how “local” the hotel is. The “go local” movement has revolutionized consumerism in a big way in the food industry. I mean with more and more people opting for locally grown produce!! One of the reasons for this is that choosing local supports the immediate local economy. It also helps the environment by cutting down on shipping and transportation emissions. This also is being [energy-efficient](https://greenlivingguy.com/2019/08/3-ways-to-save-energy-at-home-plus-contribute-a-great-deal-to-the-environment/). The same
stands true with hotels. Inquire about how many local staff the hotel hires. Also
and more noteworthy whether their food, infrastructure materials and more sourced
locally. By supporting these hotels, you will be helping a local community sustain
itself efficiently.

**[⌊Eco friendly sustainable travel Another thing to consider is how local the hotel
is The go local movement has revolutionized consumerism in a big way in the food
industry I mean with more and more people opting for locally grown produce One of
the reasons for this is that choosing local supports the immediate local economy
It also helps the environment by cutting down on shipping and transportation emissions
This also is being energy efficient The same stands true with hotels Inquire about
how many local staff the hotel hires Also and more noteworthy whether their food
infrastructure materials and more sourced locally By supporting these hotels you
will be helping a local community sustain itself efficiently⌉⌊Eco friendly sustainable
travel Another thing to consider is how local the hotel is The go local movement
has revolutionized consumerism in a big way in the food industry I mean with more
and more people opting for locally grown produce One of the reasons for this is 
that choosing local supports the immediate local economy It also helps the environment
by cutting down on shipping and transportation emissions This also is being energy
efficient The same stands true with hotels Inquire about how many local staff the
hotel hires Also and more noteworthy whether their food infrastructure materials
and more sourced locally By supporting these hotels you will be helping a local 
community sustain itself efficiently⌉[[⌊This earth day green your life   10 tips
from green seal⌉⌊This earth day green your life   10 tips from green seal⌉[

## **Activities**:

Every place has a unique set of activities for tourists and locals alike. I know
most people go with the cheapest choice. Although paying a small amount for travel
activities can benefit in a huge way. Small eco-friendly tours are often slightly
more expensive but guarantee that the tour is sustainable. Cool note alert! Often,
these tours will be more holistically satisfying than large commercial group tours.
Consider activities that get you closer to nature. Also and more important maybe
educate you about local landscapes, customs and traditions. If you’re looking to
go somewhere hot and tropical, here’s a helpful guide for the [best things to do in Miami](https://www.hellotickets.com/us/miami/things-to-do-miami/sc-3-2090).

As a scuba diver, I urge you to take up environmentally friendly practices while
engaging in adventure activities. This involves not touching coral while diving 
or snorkelling. Also purchasing eco-friendly and [non invasive equipment for water sports like surfing](https://www.hansensurf.com/blogs/news/our-top-5-sustainable-surf-videos-hansens-surf-shop-san-diego).
As well, consciously choosing to not take any tours that involves hands-on interaction
with animals. These encounters stem from an industry that abuses and tortures millions
of animals each year. So as to get them domesticated and compliant just to entertain
us humans.

For activities such as hiking, bird watching and more, be wary on your environment
and don’t encroach upon other species’ habitats. These days, if you are keen to 
ID various species, you don’t need to be invasive – thanks to many data plans that
offer [comprehensive 4G coverage all over the world](https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/4g-lte-5g-networks)
and even remote locations, you can equip yourself with nature-supporting apps that
let you learn about and ID various species without disturbing their homes.

In conclusion, simple choices like the ones listed above are great. When put together
they have a huge impact in changing the way we travel. And if the positive impact
made by one person. That can result in bettering the environment. I mean think about
it! What would happen if we all did our part to travel sustainably?? Seems like 
we would be more fulfilled as travelers. Finally and most important, our world would
be all the better for it.

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