Be A Thoughtful Tourist...
Back to travel basics... When traveling always remember, that you are a merely guest in someone else’s village, city or country. You are visiting their home. Stop and ask yourself - how would you want visitors to behave in your home? Making responsible choices before and during your vacation can help protect communities and the environment around the world. Know Before You Go Do your homework before you go. Know where you’re going, what to expect, acceptable practices and most importantly, the cultures you will be experiencing. It doesn’t hurt to learn a few words of the local language – words like “please” and “thank-you” will go a long way in any culture. The internet is a vast source of travel-related information – use it. Ignorance is not an excuse. Go Green Remove all excess packaging before you leave home. Understand that proper waste disposal can be difficult or non-existence in remote places a...