74 wanderlust.co.uk March 2020Sleep green
Ifyou don’t want to spend money
on a hotel, you could choose
instead to camp under the stars or
stay with a friend – after all, the best
way to see a country is with a local.
But if you must use a hotel- as is often the reality of the
situation – then try to select
accommodation with third-party
certi ication. Do some research
into their environmental policies.
What goods and services do they
use? Do they have good waste
management? Don’t overlook small
hotels. Often they are the more
eco-friendly choice.
Eat local
By eating local or organic food
you are reducing your carbon
emissions as your food doesn’t
have to travel far. It also means
you’re supporting local farmers
and bene itting the local economy.
Order à la carte instead of buet
toavoid food waste. Research
restaurants before you dine out to
ensure an eco-friendly menu.At the hotel
There are also steps you can take
yourself while staying at a hotel
toreduce your impact on the
environment. Keep your showers
short, turn o the tap while brushing
your teeth and don’t use the hotel’s
laundry and cleaning services to
save on water. Turn o the TV, lights
and air conditioning when you leave
the room and reuse your linen and
towels. Your habits shouldn’t change
just because you’re
away from home.DURING
YOUR
STAY
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Champion ethical
and responsible
practices. If a tour
operator or hotel
is operating in a
sustainable way,
shout out about it
on social media.Shutterstock; Snøhetta Plompmozes; Max Seigal Photography⊳