“If you want to be an eco-friendly traveller, you’re going to have to work for it. This collection of tips, resources and ideas will help you reduce your environmental footprint wherever you travel”

“To change the way you look at travel, try to seek out designations such as the Green Destination Standard, which sets environmental, cultural and business criteria to measure, monitor and improve the sustainability of destinations and regions.”

“The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is a comprehensive resource for learning about tourism businesses and destinations that strive to protect and sustain the world’s natural and cultural resources. The council grants voluntary, third-party certification for destinations, tour operators and hotels that want to make sustainability integral to their business plans. The GSTC also suggests a 30-minute online web class, created by G Adventures and Sustainable Travel International, for travellers who want to know more about making the right choices when planning a vacation.”

Read the full article: Sustainable travel: A guide to understanding your impact on the environment and how to reduce it by Sierra Bein on the Globe and Mail (November 8, 2019)