What to do before you take an Eco-Friendly vacation
Planning an Eco-Friendly vacation can be fun, but before you go here are some tips on what to consider. There’s more, we’re sharing a helpful packing checklist and resource link.
Before you go – what to consider:
1. Choose your travel provider on the basis of their eco principles and practices. |
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2. Educate yourself about the destination you are visiting by reading guidebooks and travel articles. |
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3. Be aware of local history, culture, and customs of the locals before arriving. Learn enough knowledge of the language to be polite i.e. hello, please and thank you. By making the effort to learn even the basics locals will appreciate it; and enrich your experience. |
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4. When packing, if you want to bring gifts for local people in developing countries don’t give sweets; instead bring clothes and pens, and ask your tour operator or driver to give them to community elders so that you don’t encourage begging from children. |
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5. Learn about the vital eco-systems before arriving. |
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6. Consider your Carbon Footprint when using air travel. You could offset your carbon emissions by using a service from a company like the CarbonNeutral Company |
Packing List
THINGS TO PACK |
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THINGS TO PACK |
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Passport or Visa
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Copy of passport or visa
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Batteries
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Extra eyeglasses |
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Prescriptions |
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ATM Card |
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Alarm clock |
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Measuring tape |
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Pocket Knife |
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Insect Repellant/Anti-Itch Gel |
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Hand sanitizer |
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Antibiotic cream |
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Sunblock |
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Flashlight |
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Camera |
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Dental Floss |
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Travel Guidebooks |
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More Books
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Dictionary |
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Rain gear |
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Plastic bags |
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Gifts |
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Adapted from: Ron Mader’s planetachecklist
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Resources 
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