If you travel, you will leave a carbon footprint in your walk. You can't help it. But eco-friendly travel practices can lighten the harm on Mother Earth. Green travel is not a passing trend but a lifestyle choice. .
Choosing a green destination
No destination is a Green Giant. . When researching a vacation spot, look for places that naturally embrace the green lifestyle.
What makes Mother Earth proud? Seeing you use your own power to get around. Many adventure tour operators arrange cycling, hiking and walking holidays. Next rides are trains and buses. The greenest rides typically run on electric power. For example, Switzerland is taking the lead with its hybrid buses trains powered by hydroelectricity (水力发电); Japan is running close behind.
Choosing a green hotel
, you can make the greatest impact. Look for a fact sheet online, or call the front desk. You can search for hotels approved by respected certification programmes, such as Green Key and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.
Choosing green activities
The Earth-friendly choices are numerous: You can sail, bike, kayak, swim, bird-watch and play I-spy-a-monkey in a tree. . You can also lend a hand during your holiday. The green movement has changed from how to preserve and protect to how to use less and do good when you're there.
| A. Choosing green cities B. Choosing green transportation C. If you can get the hotel right D. But some countries and cities show a deep commitment to Earth-friendly policies and practices E. Visit a local food market with a reusable bag for purchases F. Consider a fuel-efficient vehicle if you plan to drive G. Follow the tips and watch your footprints turn greener |
