It is fair to say that sustainability kicked in our lives more strongly, ever since the pandemic. We became more aware of the damage we have caused to our environment. We have since been more in the process of damage control.

Statistics say that there’s a 15%increase in the number of people opting for more conscious efforts towards mindfulness of the environment.

Sustainability means- sort of “live and let live” by being eco-friendly. The term “sustainability” has edged into household discussions around the world; in every field, be it clothing, cosmetics or even traveling.

Keeping in tow with individual efforts, the travel industry too has moved forward to make their services, operations, etc. more sustainable. 

The trends which can be observed now are-

• More and more number of people are opting for off-peak seasons. 33 percent said, they’re willing to travel on flights to Houston from London(or elsewhere) exclusively outside of peak season to avoid overcrowded places.

• Visit less popular destinations. 64 percent revealed that they would avoid popular tourist destinations and attractions to ensure a more even dispersal of the impact and benefits of their visit. 

• Prefer sustainable accommodations: Home stays are becoming more popular. It’s a concept where visitors stay, eat, understand the nuances & traditions; with the locals. In the whole process, the stay is eco-friendly and the host is benefited as well. Visitors have a unique experience too.
• Choose tour operators such as White Magic Travels, who are more environment conscious and who take efforts to give back. Book flights to Los Angeles from UK (say) from such agents.

• Are more responsible by not interfering with nature. They do not pick up plants and animals & move them away from their natural habitat.

• Reduce wood usage while camping. While it is common for trekkers to use wood for fireplace while camping, its usage reduction can help lowering the emission, which harms the environment. Conscious tourists take care.

• Are mindful of their energy use. In hotels, they switch off the energy when not in use.

• Avoid disposable cutlery. If unavoidable, they dispose them off properly. Make the least use of plastic & paper.

• Buy organic produce: Organic products are better for the environment as they reduce pollution, conserve water and use less energy. They eat clean and healthy to stay fit on the road. They either buy organic produce or buy fresh vegetables from farmers.

• Some of the travellers prefer to travel to nearby sites to reduce their carbon footprint., Even after they have travelled on flights to Detroit from UK, for shorter distances one usually treks, cycles, or use public transports (which uses CNG), for the longer distances. The best bet for eco-friendly road trips is to rent hybrid cars.

• Many airlines have decided to reduce carbon emissions with flights powered by sustainable aviation fuel on key routes, say on flights to Dallas from London. This is truly a leap forward into a new sustainable era for business travel. In the next few years, commercial travel will soon follow.

• Go for paperless boarding pass and itinerary solutions.

• Obtain digital “Fit to TravelCertificates”.

• Use refillable toiletries and reusable travel accessories.

• Last but not the least, digital travel corridor will become mainstream with daily status updates.

Hence to be a responsible citizen of the earth, it is always a great idea to collaborate with a responsible travel agent as White Magic Travels, who will make an itinerary which is more sustainable & eco-friendly.