Eco-Friendly Vacations

Responsible Tourism and Eco Tourism

Responsible Tourism is a way to travel, which conserves nature.  The purpose of Responsible Tourism is to leave the environment the same or better than it was prior to one's vacation.  Eco Tourism is traveling in a way that preserves the natural and cultural environment at a vacation destination and also involves a component of action.  In successful Eco Tourism, the travelers actively improve the local economy, welfare of the people, or environment through their responsible travel choices.  For more information on Responsible Tourism and Eco Tourism please follow the links to Responsible and Eco Tourism destinations recommended by SHARED.

Offsetting Carbon Emissions
Carbon emissions from planes and cars are inherent in traveling and a core contributor to global warming.  Atmospheric carbon level is closely linked to the the average temperature of the earth.  The rising carbon emissions now and in future years will potentially have devastating effects on the global climate.  One solution to this problem is to offset the carbon emissions released in your travels by car, train, or plane.  Companies like TerraPass, Sustainable Travel International and the Carbon Neutral Company provide information on offsetting carbon emissions and resources to calculate your personal carbon emissions.