by Shannon Lowery | Jun 3, 2025 | Europe, Sustainable Travel, Travel Tips
Unlike air travel with its chaotic security lines and trip-ruining delays, or driving with its parking challenges and navigation stress, train travel in Europe offers a uniquely relaxed way to witness the changing landscapes, architecture, and cultures as you cross borders. For the truly adventurous traveler, the flexibility of an interrail pass is unparalleled. Hop off a few stops early to explore a hidden gem town recommended by the friendly locals you met in the cafe car. Or reschedule your ticket and stay one night longer to buy a bit more time with that lovely person you locked eyes with across the market. While train travel is considered slow travel, it’s never time wasted.
by Shannon Lowery | Aug 15, 2024 | Europe, Sustainable Travel, Travel Tips
Explore the beautiful island of Menorca, part of Spain’s Balearic Islands, while respecting its unique environment and culture. Recent anti-tourism demonstrations throughout Spain have highlighted the growing concerns of over-tourism, which can strain local communities and natural resources. We visited just a few days after some of the biggest demonstrations on the islands in recent years. Not only did we not want to be a nuisance during our visit, we also wanted to avoid putting ourselves in any potentially dangerous positions. No one wants to feel unwelcome on vacation, but it’s important to visit with grace and understanding. This guide emphasizes responsible tourism practices, encouraging visitors to engage with Menorca’s rich heritage, support local businesses, and minimize their ecological footprint. By traveling responsibly and visiting with respect, you can contribute to the sustainable development of Menorca, ensuring its charm and natural beauty are preserved for future generations.
by Tara Tadlock | Jul 26, 2024 | Sustainable Travel, Travel Tips
Going on a wildlife safari is a bucket list experience for many travelers. Witnessing lions, elephants, and other wild animals roaming freely in their natural environments is unlike any other travel experience. The unpredictability of animal behavior. The graceful ways in which they move. When done ethically, a safari can be an intimate look inside the lives of the animals, leaving travelers in awe.
by Shannon Lowery | Jun 11, 2024 | Sustainable Travel, Travel Tips
Hot springs are the original wellness trend that never went out of style. For centuries, thermal spas have been a central focus of physical and mental well being, improving stress, circulation, chronic pain, and more.
by Shannon Lowery | May 21, 2024 | Sustainable Travel, Travel Tips
Researching eco resorts can be exhausting. Responsible travelers care about finding sustainable resorts, but how do you avoid falling victim to greenwashing? We’ve done the work for you and compiled this helpful list of verified eco resorts situated against some of the world’s most scenic backdrops. Also, don’t forget to review our basic tips for spotting greenwashing.
by Shannon Lowery | Mar 19, 2024 | Europe, Sustainable Travel, Uncategorized
Nestled within the Arctic Circle lies a land of breathtaking beauty and cultural richness — northern Scandinavia including Finnish and Swedish Lapland, Norway and Russia — home to Europe’s oldest Indigenous tribe, the Sami people.
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