Sunday 13 October 2013

7 tips for eco-friendly vacation


Increasingly large numbers of people all over the world are making eco-friendly initiatives to save the environment. Whether at home, or during vacation, there is so much that you can do to help the environment.

Here are 7 tips for enjoying eco-friendly vacation to Nicaragua or to any other holiday destination of your choice.

  1. Before you leave for the holidays, make sure that you turn off your air conditioning unit, hot water heater, and other electric appliances like TV, coffee making machine, microwave, and computer to prevent any wastage of energy.
  1. Look out for eco-friendly holiday destinations. There are many holiday destinations that are environmentally friendly. These destinations support and promote sustainable tourism.
  1. To reduce the impact of auto emissions, travel to your eco friendly holiday destination by bus or train. When at the holiday destination, use eco friendly car hire services or better, share cabs. Try to walk down to local markets and nearby attractions to reduce the pollution caused by vehicles.
  1. Re-use towels and bed sheets when staying at a hotel. It results in significant energy saving.
  1. Water is a very precious resource. Save it by having shorter showers and turning off the taps when not in use.
  1. Turn off all the lights and electric appliances before you leave your hotel room.
  1. Shop for things that are made using sustainable products to help support the green initiative.

Take care of the environment while you enjoy with friends and family. Have a great eco friendly vacation.

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