For any travels in this modern time of living, being conscious about the environment and the impact that’s being made every day is necessary. Unfortunately, the damage that many generations have done before us has started to catch up on the planet.
Therefore, it’s important that we’re all being more mindful about the energy we use and what we’re contributing in the form of a carbon footprint. If you’re an avid traveler, here are some useful tips to sustainable travel in 2025.
1. Choose an eco-friendly accommodation
To help with your contributions to the environment, it’s well worth considering what options are available when picking out you accommodation. You’ve got the option of going with a bog-standard hotel or hostel, however if you want to minimize your impact, go fo a short term rental.
Short term rentals in comparison to a hotel, are a lot more eco-friendly because chances are, you’re the only person or parties in that rental itself. With a hotel, it’s running for dozens if not hundreds of guests.
With furnished short term rentals, you’ve got the peace of mind that you’re contributing less to the environment as a result. These rentals will also feel like a home away from home too.
2. Consider what transport you use
Transport is another important one to think about because some transport is going to have more impact on the environment than others.
Ride-sharing or bike riding around the area you’re visiting, is better than taking a private car, for example. You might want to look at what public transport is available too, and in some situations, walking to and from your destination.
3. Support local businesses over the big corporations
To help with sustainability and ensuring that you’re supporting the places you travel to, look at supporting local businesses.
When you’re visiting a new place, you’re contributing to the general economy but those are often the big businesses. By prioritizing the smaller, local businesses, you will likely find that you contribute less to the environment as you’re only interacting with the businesses that aren’t contributing much themselves to the environment in terms of carbon emissions, etc.
4. Be wary of your waste
It’s always beneficial to be mindful of how much you’re using every day and being conscious of any waste your contribute. Where possible, you should make sure that all waste is being disposed of correctly and where possible, if it can be recycled or reused, do so.
Waste is a big contributor to the environment and the more waste created, the bigger the landfills become across the globe.
5. Opt for tours and activities that are eco-conscious
Finally, be selective when it comes to the tours and activities that you go on. The ones that are more eco-conscious are the preferred choice so be sure to do some research to find the best ones to spend your money on. Again, supporting local tour guides will be better than going through a big business.
Hopefully, this guide has shared some insight on how to make your travel more sustainable.
