8 Reasons Airbnb is more Sustainable than Hotels
March 2nd, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Here are 8 Reasons Airbnb is more Sustainable than Hotels, and these reasons make it a much more sustainable (and fun) way to travel.
Browsing the "green travel" Tag
What is Ecotourism?
November 13th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Enjoy our discussion about what is ecotourism, and how it can benefit your travels AND the planet. Get tips for trips and how to travel well in our world.
Ecotourism: Travel Well with EcoWorldly
January 21st, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
EcoWorldly is a new green travel site that allows readers to upload their own travelogues to share and inspire others on their eco-travel journey. There are awesome prizes too!
How to stay healthy while on vacation
August 22nd, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
Vacation is about spending time traveling and exploring places to widen your horizons. But it can also be a time when you can get sick from not being prepared and not taking proper precautions. So how do you stay healthy on the road? Read more and find out
Recyclebank and Green Your Vacation Challenge
July 11th, 2011 | by Guest Contributor
This year, nearly 900 million tourists worldwide hit the roads, skies and seas in pursuit of some R&R. This takes a heavy toll on local ecosystems, water, air and wildlife. But greening your vacation doesn’t require a complete lifestyle upheaval; there are tons of simple changes you can make to your summer vacation (or staycation!) plans to reduce the impact on the environment.
Ecotravel and Green Vacations
December 18th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
Vacations consist of more than congested jet airliners and smog-filled cities. While tourism is often pointed to as a big [&hellip
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— How to Install a high-efficiency cache aerator
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— Installing a High Efficiency Faucet Aerator
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— Refrigerator and freezer Temperatures: Find the ideal temperatures and humidities for efficient operation
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— 4 Tips for Energy Efficiency in the Bathroom
— How To Install A Water Efficient Shower Head
— Test The Flow Rate Of Your Kitchen Or Bathroom Faucets
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— Replace the flapper valve on the toilet to eliminate leaks
— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
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— Changing The Sink Aerator
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— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
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— Energy Efficiency for Window AC units
— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
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— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
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