{"id":5497,"date":"2020-09-03T08:00:24","date_gmt":"2020-09-03T07:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourameo.com\/tips-for-traveling-more-sustainably\/"},"modified":"2026-05-18T14:21:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T13:21:40","slug":"tips-for-traveling-more-sustainably","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourameo.com\/en\/tips-for-traveling-more-sustainably\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for traveling more sustainably"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Every trip has an impact on the environment and the people you visit. As a conscious traveler, you can make a real difference today, and each of us can lead by example. We have a few tips and suggestions for planning your trip in an eco-friendly way, as well as additional tips to help you minimize your environmental impact while traveling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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  1. Question the reason for your trip<\/strong>
    \nFlying to New York for a shopping spree or to Mallorca for a weekend of partying?
    \nSure, it\u2019s possible. But these trips aren\u2019t just harmful to the environment\u2014they don\u2019t offer you any real added value. You can shop and party at home, too. So when planning your trip, ask yourself why you want to take it.
    \nWhat appeals to you about the destination?
    \nBy the way, reflecting on your motivation for the trip also helps in choosing the right destination. Ask yourself what you expect from your trip, what your interests are, and what you\u2019d like to experience once you\u2019re there. That way, you\u2019ll find a destination that suits you and your needs.<\/li>\n
  2. Choosing a Destination<\/strong>
    \nAs mentioned earlier, you should try to find a destination that suits you rather than blindly following travel trends. Why not take the opportunity to choose a destination that\u2019s still relatively unknown? That way, you can have an authentic experience of the country, its people, and its culture. Avoid traveling to highly frequented places, as these suffer particularly from large tourist crowds. And if you do end up traveling to a very touristy city like Barcelona or Venice, at least avoid the peak travel season.<\/li>\n
  3. Air Travel: When Should I Fly?<\/strong>
    \nFor short distances (under 800 km), you should choose to travel by train or car instead of by plane. For longer distances, there are hardly any alternatives to flying. It\u2019s more sustainable to stay longer in one place once you\u2019ve traveled a certain distance; instead of planning many short trips throughout the year, you could travel less frequently but for longer periods. As a rule of thumb, aim for a trip duration of at least one week for flights and at least two weeks for long-distance travel. Additionally, you can take advantage of the option to offset the CO2 emissions from your flights, for example through atmosfair<\/a>. Unfortunately, ocean cruises are not a real alternative to flying. They cause enormous air and water pollution and should therefore be avoided.<\/li>\n
  4. Choosing Accommodation<\/strong>
    \nInstead of a large hotel chain, choose a small, owner-operated hotel or a local homestay. You can also specifically choose sustainable accommodations\u2014these don\u2019t necessarily have to be more expensive. There are tourism labels and certifications that can help guide you in choosing your accommodation. You can find a     detailed overview of the 20 most important sustainability labels<\/a> on the fairunterwegs website.
    \nThere are also booking platforms that specialize in offering sustainable accommodations. On     Viabono<\/a>, you can book eco-friendly and climate-friendly accommodations in Germany. You can find accommodations in Europe on bookitgreen<\/a>.
    \nYou\u2019ll also find a selection of authentic and sustainable accommodations on     goodtravel<\/a>, currently for destinations in Europe and Africa.<\/li>\n
  5. Tours and Activities<\/strong>
    \nOf course, your trip should be fun and you should experience something while you\u2019re there, but you usually have many activities to choose from on-site, and not all of them are good for the environment. Avoid thrill-seeking tours like off-road or ATV tours, as well as helicopter sightseeing flights. These activities are usually short-lived, expensive, and consume a lot of resources.
    \nChoose a more eco-friendly option.<\/strong>
    \nHow about a bike ride<\/strong>, a hike<\/strong>, or a horseback ride<\/strong>? You\u2019ll have more time to enjoy the scenery and get some exercise at the same time. Avoid events and activities involving animals that are not kept in a species-appropriate manner and are exploited. Instead of a camel or elephant ride, you can go on a wildlife-spotting hike. Do you love the underwater world and want to go snorkeling or diving on your next trip? Then be sure to choose a dive center that is committed to environmental protection. A good indicator of this is membership in the     Green Fins<\/a> Association, which is dedicated to promoting biodiversity conservation and coral protection through a catalog of measures and ongoing member reviews. Also very important for all water lovers: There are ingredients in sunscreens that contribute to the destruction of coral reefs. So skip the sunscreen and wear UV-protective clothing, or get a special sunscreen that doesn\u2019t contain harmful ingredients.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>
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    Be the change you want to see in the world.\u201c <\/b>– Mahatma\u00a0Gandhi<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>

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