Author(s): Richard Hammond

Travel

The knowledge that air travel is bad for the environment isn't new, but it has long been considered a 'necessary evil'. A cultural shift towards living more consciously means many of us are reassessing our travel priorities. The Green Traveller provides travellers with a knowledgeable guide to plan responsibly and inspire practical itineraries

Travel is an intrinsic part of many of our lives. The places we visit and the experiences we have become part of our identity. Today, we are increasingly aware of the negative impacts our travel can have, and a cultural shift towards living more consciously and responsibly means many of us are reassessing our travel priorities. The knowledge that air travel is bad for the environment isn't new, but it has long been considered a 'necessary evil'.



Fortunately, in this new carbon-conscious era, consumer demand is seeing real change in the industry. New, faster and more comfortable rail and ferry services are making cross-continental travel easy and enjoyable, while many hotels and tour operators are improving their credentials and actively facilitating local conservation and community projects. With so many factors to consider and so much greenwashing to avoid, travellers need a knowledgeable guide to lead them through the issues and inspire them with practical ideas and itineraries.



Includes:

Why the future of travel is, and must be, green

Planning for a green trip: guide to low carbon transport; going slow (slow food, canal boats, sail rail); how to book green accommodation; how to pack

Guide for the green traveller: including car-free walks, bike rides by train, by water, active winter, wildlife watching, family and group travel, long distance overland by train

Spread breakers: including 10 best hotels with natural swimming pools; 10 best off-grid places to stay; 10 best trips that can make a difference; 10 best foraging courses; 10 best sustainable restaurants