As requested, here are some simple ways to lessen your environmental impact when traveling.
1) Since many destinations are reached via airplane travel, give to a carbon footprint organization to offset the carbon you emit during the flight. Here's a link to "The Conservation Fund: Go Zero" http://www.conservationfund.org/gozero. If you use Travelocity to book your trip, they offer this option during the reservation process. It is recommended that you donate $5/USD for every 1,000 miles.
2) Choose a hotel or resort from list of certified eco-tourism hotels. One good resource is The International Ecotourism Society website: http://www.ecotourism.org/site/c.orLQKXPCLmF/b.4875065/k.FC19/ecoDestinations__The_International_Ecotourism_Society.htm
3) Unplug Before you Go: Simply unplug any appliances you won't be using during your absence. For example, computers, TVs, microwaves, ovens, lamps and other lights, etc. Just be sure to leave your refrigerator plugged in! From my personal experience I've saved up to 20% of my electrical bill using this conservation act.
4) Choose greener ways to get around locally: take a bus, train, or even rent a bike!
5) Save Water: A) At your hotel don't change your towels on a daily basis. Tip: if the maids still change your towels even after you've displayed the request for them not to, call the front desk and make a special request. B) Use only as much water as you need during showers, brushing your teeth, and washing your face. Turn off the water inbetween washing and brushing.
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