As a life-long and passionate traveler, I’m always on the look-out for ways to get where I want to go, enjoy myself when I get there, and still feel like I’m not taking a big toll on the planet. I recently came across some great e-tools that I couldn’t wait to share with you. They’ll […]
Here’s another in our occasional series on traveling the eco-friendly way. If you have a destination you’d like us to explore, please let us know. Venice holidays bring to mind rich cultural history, beautiful scenery, and romantic attractions. But a holiday in this fabled city takes its toll. Over 50,000 people visit its squares and canals every […]
If you’re looking for an eco hotel when you travel to London, you won’t be disappointed. There are plenty to choose from, starting with high-end boutiques that save energy, reduce waste and serve sustainable cuisine, to more modest hostels that also use energy and resources wisely. Here’s a quick guide to some of London’s top […]
As you know from reading my blog, I love to travel and have been lucky enough to visit five continents and 49 of the 50 states. One of the highlights of my travels has been the month I spent in Greece. Greece holidays are unforgettable, thanks to the golden beaches, alluring scenery, and exceptional accommodation found throughout […]
I’ve had the good fortune to vacation in Turkey twice, so when British travel company Thomson offered to collaborate on a post about reducing plastic pollution in the seas around Turkey, I jumped at the chance. I’ve traveled all over the world, but Turkey remains a highlight of the places I’ve visited. In part, that’s because […]
Like the idea of ecotourism, but not exactly sure what that means? Most of my trips meet three criteria: they’re fun; affordable; and make an environmental difference in some concrete way. The fun part is simple to define. I’m the “active adventurer with a cultural twist” type, so for me, a trip is really fun […]
Rent a Bike in Europe Renting a bike has always been an inexpensive and “green” way to get around when you travel. This is especially true in cities in Europe, where “bike hire” schemes have become one of the most popular ways for vacationers and holiday makers to explore a city. Because hiring or renting a bike […]
If you love to travel but hate the impact that many hotels may have on the environment, consider house swapping. Never heard of it? House swapping, says LoveHomeSwap.com, our sponsors for this article, is the practice of literally exchanging a stay in your house with people living in a house in a place you want […]
