[Webinar Recording] Off Grid, On Target: Tackling Hard-to-Abate Emissions in Remote Destinations
A Webinar in the Road to Net Zero Series Decarbonizing tourism in off-grid areas presents unique challenges, such as limited infrastructure, dependence on imported goods, and the long distances required for transportation. This webinar in Sustainable Travel International’s Road to Net Zero series explores how travel companies are addressing hard-to-abate transportation emissions in their remote…
7 Simple Tips on How to Save Money for Traveling
Original content owned & copyrighted by Green Global Travel. I’ve been a professional travel writer for 25 years now. But, like most people, there was a time in my life when the idea of traveling the world seemed like it was way beyond my financial means. Back then, figuring out ways to save money for…
[Video] Rio Preto Jacundá Project Overview
This video provides an overview of the Rio-Preto Jacundá carbon offset project, which protects an extractive reserve in the Brazilian Amazon. The video highlights the benefits the project provides to local communities, including expanding their skills and improving their living conditions. Learn more about how the Rio-Preto Jacundá project fights deforestation and climate change while…
7 Travel Tech Essentials for International Travelers
Original content owned & copyrighted by Green Global Travel. The comfort and convenience of international travel has come a long way in recent years, thanks in part to the invention of more and more tech essentials for travelers. During my first international backpacking trip, I traveled with a portable CD player and the heaviest…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Ethical Elephant Tourism in Asia
Elephant experiences are extremely popular tourist activities across Asia, especially in Thailand. From elephant bathing and riding to sanctuaries and safaris, there are many elephant tourism experiences, but not all are created equal. With tourist awareness of unethical practices growing, many are left questioning if it’s possible to see Asian elephants up close without causing…
Best Hiking Boots/Shoes & Trail Running Shoes for 2024
Original content owned & copyrighted by Green Global Travel. It was on a grueling 14-kilometer trek through the desert of Jordan’s Dana Biosphere Reserve that I really learned the value of good hiking shoes… the hard way. Thanks to rugged and rocky terrain, our guide being stung by a Deathstalker scorpion (spoiler alert: he…
Climate Impact Update – 2024 Portfolio 6
Our sixth Climate Impact Portfolio of 2024, released on November 8, supports five carbon offset projects around the world. Read on to learn more about the impact these projects are creating for the climate, communities, and biodiversity. Carbon offsets purchased from Portfolio 6 of 2024 are distributed across the forestry, energy, innovative climate technology, and…
7 Simple Ways to Support Local Communities When You Travel
Original content owned & copyrighted by Green Global Travel. When we travel to new places, supporting the local community should always be a consideration when planning our trip. Getting local is how we foster a community of welcoming hosts, and it’s also a way for destinations to ensure they remain unique and special. Respectful visitors…
Key Issues at COP29: What Tourism Leaders Need to Know
The United Nations’ annual climate summit, COP29, is currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, where world leaders are gathering to advance global climate action. Our CEO, Paloma Zapata, will be on the ground, advocating for sustainable solutions in tourism. The Conference of the Parties (COP) brings together nearly 200 nations to set and negotiate international climate…
Hidden Gems to Discover in European Countries
Hidden Treasures in France France, a country celebrated for its iconic landmarks and popular tourist destinations, is also home to a myriad of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Nestled amidst the picturesque countryside and lesser-known regions, these hidden gems offer a unique experience to those seeking to venture off the beaten path. From quaint…