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What is sustainable clothing and how does fast fashion affect the environment?

Posted on April 18, 2023

More people than ever are interested in lowering their carbon footprint and helping to protect the planet. In fact, in November 2022, Forbes reported that ‘nearly 90% of Gen X (those born between 1965 and 1981) consumers said that they would be willing to spend an extra 10%* or more for sustainable products, compared to just over 34% two years ago (in 2020)’. Additionally, there’s also a rise in the number of holidaymakers looking for ways to travel more sustainably.

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5 Countries That Are Highly Rated for Animal Welfare

Posted on January 27, 2023

There’s nothing better than booking a well-deserved holiday and getting the opportunity to experience parts of the world that you’ve never seen before. Travelling can be one of life’s biggest pleasures, but it is important to respect the countries you visit and their culture, and make sure you follow any laws they have in place.

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Top Vegan Friendly Hotels, Restaurants and Cities

Posted on January 18, 2023

With a rise in the number of people choosing to make more ethical food decisions and follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, many travellers have found themselves on the lookout for cities to visit, that offer more choice for vegan diets.

In fact, in September 2022, the Guardian estimated a global total of 79 million people has a vegan or plant-based diet. Research by Ipsos found that 48% of British adults use plant milk and 58% use at least one plant-based meat alternative in their diet. So, it’s no surprise that some people struggle to find suitable restaurants both in the UK and abroad.

With that in mind, we’ve found the 5 top cities, restaurants and hotels that offer something for just about any type of traveller.

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Solo Travel for the Millennial Female

Posted on May 22, 2017

Travelling the world might not be on your bestie's bucket list, but that's no reason to take it off yours! Solo travel, in particular, female solo travel is on the rise, and here's why... Read more

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What is a Responsible Tourist? (And our guide to being one)

Posted on January 13, 2017

Tourism is on the rise, and understandably so, the world is full of spectacular sights and unique wildlife, that everyone should see in their lifetime. However, this increased exploration is sometimes being actioned in a manner that is impacting local communities and resources. Strong campaigns are in motion to stand up for the well-being of our planet - our continued mistreatment of it is leaving damning effects. Read more

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Wildlife in Tourism and What You Didn’t Know

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Most of us can say that at least one friend has posted a ‘tiger selfie’ or a photo of them riding an elephant on their amazing round-the-world travels on some form of social media. What most don’t know, however, is the complete lack of animal welfare involved in these high-demand tourist attractions.
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