Eco-Friendly Travel Hacks
1. Travel lightly – The less you pack, the less fuel is used in transportation and the easier it is for you to carry the luggage! We always need much less than we think we do! Plus saving room allows for some local purchases at your destination to bring back.
2. Get around on foot or by bike where possible – always much more enjoyable and you may find things to do you hadn’t thought of. Electric bikes and scooters can be particularly fun.
4. Pack a reef-safe sunscreen to protect ocean life and habitats.
5. Supporting local sustainable businesses is a crucial movement in tackling climate change, combating inequalities and improving sustainability.
6. Avoid single use plastics – if you’re staying at an eco-hotel they likely won’t be using any, but when out and about, opt for more sustainable options, such as boxed or canned water instead of plastic bottled water, and take your own bag – always much more stylish than a plastic one!
7. Offset your carbon emissions, some airlines and companies such as https://www.wren.co/ will make it super easy to do so!
8. Take your own water bottle – you will help to avoid waste, and some airports have water fountains also helping you to save money buying water – just fill up for FREE!
9. Use eco-friendly toiletries, opt for natural, biodegradable soaps, shampoos and even cotton buds (Q-tips if you’re American). Choose products with minimal packaging or in reusable containers.
10. Bamboo and Cork toiletry bags not only have a natural aesthetic, but are both trendy and sustainable.