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09 Oct Love and Protect Indiana Dunes

Posted at 15:24h in Bring it Home, Destination, Destinations, Environment, Fuel Efficient, Good Guests, Good Habits, Informed Decisions, Responsible Travel, Support Locals, Waste, Zero Emissions by Jonathon Day

[vc_row row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" css_animation=""][vc_column][image_with_text image="17489"]Encouraging visitors to visit responsibly is an important part of many destination’s sustainability programs. Research shows that travelers are seeking guidance on how to protect and support the destinations they visit. Helping travelers to know what to...

24 Dec More Sustainable Road Trips

Posted at 17:59h in Destination, Environment, Waste, Zero Emissions by Jonathon Day

As COVID-19 has put a wrench in travelers' plans for the summer, many have opted to take road trips to safely social distance and avoid hotels. Here are some tips to sustainably travel on the road this summer. Plan your route ahead of time: Planning...

24 Dec Keeping Trails Clean

Posted at 16:51h in Environment, Good Guests, Waste by Jonathon Day

Trash on trails is not only unattractive, it's incredibly harmful to the environment. I first noticed this problem as a child, observing when my dad would go out of his way to pick up litter that had been thrown to the side. Many years later,...

20 Jun Eat Local

Posted at 17:46h in Support Locals by Jonathon Day

Trying local foods is one of the joys of travel. Buying food from local farmers markets or trying local restaurants not only allows you to enjoy authentic taste experiences - but supports the local economy. Everyone wins! ...

05 Sep Learning Local Sustainable Practices

Posted at 20:52h in Bring it Home, Support Locals by Jonathon Day

While travelling, keep an eye out on sustainable practices that locals use that you can bring back home. When I lived in Europe, I learned more about sustainable practices that I could use at home. Taking reusable bags to the grocery was more common than...

05 Sep Bring Your Best

Posted at 20:45h in Good Guests, Good Habits by Jonathon Day

When you are traveling to a location, make sure you bring your best behaviors from home. If you regularly use reusable bags when grocery shopping, make sure to pack them up in your luggage and use them when you are traveling. If you regularly recycle,...

05 Sep Traveling with Purpose

Posted at 20:44h in Informed Decisions, Support Locals by Jonathon Day

When my family and I decided to travel to the Cayman Islands for Christmas holiday, we made it our goal to make informed decisions when exploring the surrounding areas. It is easy, as tourists, to get convinced that an excursion, expedition or animal sanctuary is...

05 Sep Try Slowing Down and Enjoying the Scenery

Posted at 20:42h in Environment, Fuel Efficient, Zero Emissions by Jonathon Day

Biking and walking are not only good for you physically, but they are good for the environment too! Unlike cars, buses, or planes, biking and walking are zero emission activities! You won’t be polluting the air if you decide to walk or bike around a...

05 Sep Stay on the Hiking Trails

Posted at 20:38h in Destination, Environment, Support Locals by Jonathon Day

I love exploring just as much as anyone and I love going off the beaten path. However, when it comes to hiking or other trails, it’s best to stick on the designated path. These trails were put there for a reason, whether it be for...

05 Sep Buy Locally

Posted at 20:35h in Destination, Support Locals by Jonathon Day

When you get down to the details, supporting local communities by choosing local businesses is truly a simple way to travel sustainably. Often times, it’s the smaller shop owners who work to promote a positive community, a sustainable life and a well-rounded atmosphere. When visiting...

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