Spring break is a time for relaxation and adventure, offering a much-needed pause from our daily routines. However, amidst the excitement, it’s crucial to consider the environmental impact of our travel and activities. Adopting eco-friendly practices can significantly reduce our carbon footprint, even while we explore and enjoy different cultures and destinations. Here are some tips and tricks for being green on spring break:
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bookmark_borderHow to Stay Eco-Friendly While Traveling Post-Pandemic
Hey earth muffins! While the pandemic isn’t totally over yet, there has definitely been an increase in traveling again. 🎉 I don’t have too many trips planned yet, but (especially now that I’ve already had COVID) I want to book a few more vacations before the summer months are over. It is so important to be sustainable even on trips; just because you aren’t in the same place doing your daily routines doesn’t mean you can’t stick to your low waste values. Here are my top tips for staying eco-friendly while traveling!
bookmark_borderHow to be Zero Waste on a Road Trip
Hey earth muffins! Summer is just around the corner which means one thing – time for some vacations! Road trips are one of my favorite ways to take some time off work. 😎 I recently took a short trip to attend a graduation, and it was super fun… Until I tested positive for COVID when I got home. Yupp, after 2+ years and 3 vaccines Mister Corona still got me. I’m (thankfully) all better now and hoping my next road trip doesn’t come with any surprise illnesses. Here are my tips on how to have the best zero waste road trip this summer!
Tip #1: Pick the most eco-friendly car you have access to!
Depending on who/how many people you are traveling with, you might have more than one vehicle to choose from. While things like number of seats and vehicle age are obviously important, make sure to consider each car’s environmental impact as well. Pick the car that is a hybrid or gets the best gas mileage to reduce your emissions on the road. (And this will save you money too with how crazy gas prices are right now.)
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