Hey guys!

This is where we are going to tell you about our tips on how to travel responsibly!

We believe that you learn a lot while traveling and it is the best way to explore the magic of our world. Responsible travel is about respecting the country you visit, including its communities, culture, and environment. Here are our 5 tips on how to travel responsibly:

1. MINIMIZE YOUR WASTE! Say no to plastic straws. Millions of straws end up in the ocean, polluting the water and killing marine life. We want to encourage you to stop using plastic straws. Just say “No PLASTIC straw, please!” before you order a beverage. Or use a paper straw which more and more restaurants offer.
Say no to plastic bags and bring your own bag instead.
Also, bring your own reusable water bottle and refill it with tap water. If you can’t drink tap water in the country you visit, buy the biggest water bottle instead of the small ones and refill your reusable bottle.
And please never litter! Everyone needs to be responsible as a traveler or we won’t have beautiful landscapes, clean beaches and oceans.

2. RESPECT THE LOCAL PEOPLE! Travel with an open mind. It is amazing what you learn about different cultures when you travel. If you have the chance to experience that, you should be grateful and keep in mind how important it is to show respect to local people.

3. RESEARCH ANIMAL ACTIVITIES! If elephant riding is still on your bucket list you should scratch it off. Inform yourself before you take part in any wildlife activities and PLEASE think about the well-being of the animals.

4. VOLUNTEER! Every single one can make a difference. Volunteering will reward you with a cultural experience, and the communities will be grateful for your help. You could help out at animal shelter or participate in beach clean ups. No matter how old you are, traveling by yourself, with friends or family; volunteering is for everyone!

5. OFFSET THE CARBON EMISSIONS FROM YOUR FLIGHTS! When traveling responsibly, one key step is to offset the carbon emissions from your flights. Many organizations offer carbon offset programs, where your contribution helps fund environmental projects, like reforestation or renewable energy initiatives, that counterbalance your travel’s environmental impact. By participating in these programs, you can reduce your travel footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.

6. EDUCATE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES! Let your friends and family know how to travel responsibly and help ethical travel become the norm. You may think you are just one person and it won’t make a difference, but if we all make small changes to our thoughts and actions, then collectively we can all make a huge difference.

Thanks for thinking about how to travel responsibly. It’s a good start in the right direction!

M&B ☼