24
Jun
2019

Pre-Travel Tips for Responsible Travelers

Being a responsible traveler makes a trip or vacation better. Before you travel, there are things that you should do if you are a responsible traveler. Here are pre-travel tips that will make you a more responsible and ethical traveler.

Check out Your Destination’s Local Cultures

It’s important that you read about the cultures of the locals at your travel destination. Learn some words of their local language. When you travel with respect, you earn respect. It’s just amazing how far saying thank you in a word like Shukran (Arabic) or Asante (Swahili) can take you.

Leave Excess Packing Behind

Waste disposal or recycling full stop is generally tricky in most places. Therefore, don’t carry excess packaging when traveling. Even better, buy some items at your travel destination to support the local economy.

Be Environmental Friendly

Use eco-friendly products when traveling. These include eco-friendly soaps, deodorants, and sun creams. This is particularly important when you intend to spend more time at your destination in water.

Use a Responsible Travel Company

Use a travel company that advocates for responsible travel. Check the website of the company to see if it encourages people to be responsible travelers. A responsible travel company encourages travelers to minimize their negative social, cultural, and environmental impacts. It also respects and supports human rights as well as the local economies of the countries where it takes travelers.

Plan to Participate in Local Social and Conservation Project

Check if there are local social and conservation projects that you can volunteer to participate in if you have time. This will give you a chance to interact with the locals, learn about them, and play a role in conserving the environment.

Plan to View the Wildlife Responsibly

Some excursions may involve captive or wild animals. It is important that you practice viewing the wildlife responsibly. For instance, don’t plan to ride an elephant because this is an irresponsible act in most places. Even petting wild animals like tiger cubs is wrong.

Take time to learn about responsible travel before you go. Follow these tips when planning for your trip if you want to become a responsible traveler.

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