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Tips for independent green holidays and responsible tourismEnjoy a fantastic break and save a thought for your environment
There are three main areas in which we can effectively reduce our impact and make our holidays green; travel, accommodation and our daily behaviour whilst on a green holiday. With regards to accommodation, it is clear that taking a private holiday home is much more energy efficient and sustainable than a hotel room, as you have control over lighting, air conditioning, washing, heating and food wastage for a start. There are some wonderful eco-friendly homes available, and there can be no arguing that living in a log cabin in the Norwegian Fjords it is easier to control your environmental impact than living in a hotel in Oslo for the same week, and I dare say more relaxing! Great Green HolidaysTop Five Green Holiday Destinations
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View holiday rentals in Bruges Transport is both one of the leading 'buzz' topics around sustainable tourism and eco-tourism, and one of the clearest examples of where an environmental conscience can actually enhance our comfort and enjoyment on a green holiday. Why take a cramped, uncomfortable seat on a plane when we can cruise through the countryside in a large TGV train seat, also vastly reducing transport emissions and your carbon footprint? The train networks through Europe are fantastically fast, letting you reach far flung corners of the continent within just a few hours, all the while doing your bit for eco-tourism. Check the TGV routes for eco-friendly destinations in Europe from a transport point of view. If you do decide to fly, both www.climatecare.org and www.carbonneutral.com help you off-set the carbon emissions of your flight. Upon your arrival at a destination, there are a huge range of eco-friendly practices that not only help the local area, but also give you a far closer understanding of the area. Renting bicycles rather than cars allows you to see, smell and hear far more of the local community, and buying local foods not only give you a finer understanding of local delicacies but also reduce 'food miles' (the transit costs and emissions of importing produce). Sustainable tourism and eco-holidays are a fantastic choice, not only for your help with the environment, but also because you will automatically get closer to both the community and nature whilst staying in an eco-friendly home. See a selection of available Eco-Friendly homes
See search results for Eco-Friendly homes**Stay 3 nights, 3rd night 50% off** Rural modern bungalow in ½ acre of gardens United Kingdom , England , East of England , Norfolk Kingfisher’s Retreat is a spacious bungalow, adjacent to the owner’s property in the pleasant village of Honingham. It allows easy access to East Dereham or Norwich only a 20 minute drive away. Norwich is a fantastic place for shopping and provide... [full details of property 76267] villa with pool and tennis court in a divine natural environment Italy , Sardinia , Ogliastra , Cardedu A fantastic villa divided in only 4 practically identical apartments. In absolute tranquillity at the foot of the Gennargentu Mountains and at 6 km from the heavenly beaches of the Ogliastra. A swimming pool, a tennis court, a playground for chi... [full details of property 32869] Villa with garden and swimming pool Italy , Sardinia , Nuoro province , Orosei The house is situated at 100 m altitude, overlooking a part of the Golfo di Orosei, on a 1,5 ha property, 800 m from the sea and the fine white sandy beach. There is a private swimming pool. The Villa Benvenuti has 2 bedrooms plus 1 bedroom separa... [full details of property 27056] Two apartments perfect for nature lovers Italy , Marche , Pesaro-Urbino The villa is composed of two gracious apartments with independent entry. [full details of property 426843] Ground floor apartment with garden, 50 metres from sea, 300 metres from beach Italy , Sardinia , Cagliari province , Villaputzu This is a small villetta with a garden situated 300 m from the beach. The apartment is situated 50m from the sea and 300 m from the beach in south-east Sardinia. A car is needed from 15/9 till 15/5. During the holiday season there are shopping pos... [full details of property 26479] >> See all available Eco-Friendly homes worldwide
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In recent years, many of us have become acutely aware of our personal environmental responsibilities, even when on holiday. The idea of sustainable tourism has developed from the adage "leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but photographs", leaving the local landscape, creatures and community unaffected by our presence. Having environmental principles can actually enhance our enjoyment and save us money, giving us both a fantastic break and a clear conscience!
