There are many reasons to look after our planet and, of course, the freedom to keep exploring wonderful places is a reason high on many backpackers’ lists. The United Nations adopted 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) in 2015 to work on social, economic and environmental issues. It may be no surprise to hear that Northern…
Sustainability
Seven destinations where you can help out with wildlife conservation projects
Whether you’re an enthusiastic animal lover or simply keen to give back to Mother Nature while you’re off gallivanting around the globe, there are loads of wildlife conservation projects across the world ideal for backpackers. Travel is a passion and a priority for so many of us. However, while it’s opened up a world of…
The world’s best train journeys for travel obsessives
If you ask us, there aren’t many things cooler than travelling the world by train. Moving around slowly, minimising your carbon footprint and treasuring every experience along the way – whoever tried to tell us that trains were nerdy? Sometimes, the journey itself is just as impressive as the destination. Seriously! To prove our point…
The sustainable packing list every traveller needs!
Have you ever stopped to think about the environmental impact your travelling has? Have you thought about how much plastic and other waste you produce in a single day while you’re on the road – everything down to the trash your plane food leaves behind? Have you ever visited an amazing tourist attraction that was…
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