10 Tips for Sustainable Travel in 2023 and Beyond

1. Embrace Eco-Friendly Accommodation

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2. Pack Light and Efficient

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3. Explore on Two Wheels

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4. Support Local Economies

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5. Ethical Wildlife Encounters

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6. Use Public Transport

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7. Say No to Single-Use Plastics

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8. Give Back Through Volunteering

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9. Leave No Trace

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10. Cherish the Beauty of Nature

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