Travel with a small footprint.
1. Tip – Nearby destinations
Europe and Germany have a lot of beautiful places to offer where you can discover a lot. For example, if you can‘t do without the car in rural areas: Use carpooling or car sharing.
2. Tip – Little luggage
Heavy luggage makes for higher fuel consumption, both on the plane and when travelling by car. So it‘s best to pack only as much as you really need. Advantage: You have less to carry, unpack and wash!
3. Tip – Public transport or bicycles
Especially on a round trip, for example by train, you get a much better impression of the country and its people and can quickly make new contacts. Instead of renting a car, you can also use public transport or bicycles.
4. Tip – Air conditioners
Saving electricity is part of sustainable tourism! But fans and air conditioners in particular need a lot of electricity. If you cannot avoid using it, you should always switch off the air conditioner when leaving the room or flat.
5. Tip – Save water
In southern countries, you should pay particular attention to low water consumption. This means not showering longer than necessary and not having the towels washed daily in the hotel. In this way, you reduce water consumption and the water pollution caused by detergents.
