Camping is often seen as a more eco-friendly way to travel compared to a hotel or cruise. But being surrounded by nature isn’t always inherently better for the earth. Camping still creates waste, but there are ways to work toward a zero-waste camping experience. Here...
Being conscious about your carbon footprint and the activities you’re doing to live a more eco-friendly life are steps in the right direction. This is true for both business owners and consumers. However, many companies, brands, and the media have started using...
Hello there Money talks, as they say, and I’m a strong believer in voting with your dollars. Where you bank matters, especially since mega banks are some of the largest funders of environmentally destructive industries. Switching to a local credit union or...
“Humans don’t have a pollution problem, we have a design problem.” -William McDonough, author of The Upcycle and Cradle to Cradle Sustainable design is the future for consumers, creators and our environment. Without ecologically focused thinking, we...
Photo by Laurel Tincher, taken with Nikon COOLPIX B700 at Kruger National Park, South Africa. Check out all my favorite travel photography gear! Did you know that about 13% of the world’s bird species are now endangered? Dozens of endangered birds haven’t...
From firmness to size to brand, there are a lot of factors that go into choosing the perfect mattress ― is sustainability also on your list of priorities? While some mattresses might feel comfortable to the touch, non-eco-friendly mattresses usually contain...
Follow my blog with Bloglovin One of the main reasons travel is so amazing is that you get to see new things and have unique experiences. Seeing and interacting with local animals is wonderful and memorable. Riding on an elephant or snapping a photo with a tiger is...
If one of your goals is to live more sustainably and be more eco-friendly this year, that’s fantastic! Since I just moved to Hawaii, I’m looking forward to settling into my new home and enjoying all that the islands have to offer. I’m not planning on doing...
Sustainable tourism isn’t just a trendy, tree-hugging buzzword. And it’s not just about the natural environment. Sustainability also includes the local economy, cultural and heritage sites, groups, and events. For many travelers, it’s becoming a way of life that...
Reducing your impact on the planet isn’t just a preference, it’s a necessity. Whether you travel for vacation or work, we can all do our part to help protect the environment. If you’re trying to lower your carbon footprint, there are many things you can do when...
