When traveling, the destination is always worth the hassle of outfit choices, packing, and obviously the stress of traveling to the actual destination. We get to put aside the responsibilities from everyday life. Take the time to take the time to relax, reset, and immerse yourself in a new city. But what about the impact your luxury stay has on the environment?
With travelers taking more steps toward sustainability, here’s 5 sustainable travel tips to try during your next trip.
Utilize The Do Not Disturb Sign
Getting ready to leave your room for the day? Not only is this a quick and easy tip but leaving the do not not disturb sign lets hotel staff know to skip your room. It reduces both water and energy. Not to mention the chemicals used to clean hotel rooms can have an impact on the environment.
Skipping New Towels
Hotels offer to wash towels on a daily basis. By skipping on new towels each day, this helps save on water waste and the energy used. Hanging your towel up will let your the hotel staff know to not to replace it.
Turn Your Lights Off
Similar to the tips above, turning your lights when you leave the room for the day will save on energy. Better yet, if allowed you can also turn the hotel room’s AC or turn it off completely, if the local climate
Opting For No Straw or Using Paper Straws
One of the easiest tips, opt out of using the plastic straws if offered. With an increase of plastic ending up in the ocean, the next time you order a drink make sure to let the staff know you don’t want a straw. If you do need one, opt for a paper straw.
Choose A Sustainable Hotel
You can always find a sustainable hotel which are designed to respect the environment. With sustainable luxury hotels becoming more popular, these hotels are built with energy efficient lighting systems, low pressure water, reducing plastic products, and eliminating food waste.
When planning your next luxury trip, be sure to keep travel tips in mind.
