This Earth Day, Inculcate These 8 Sustainable Travel Practices To Keep Environment Safe

Earth Day 2024

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Sustainable Travel Practices

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1. Minimise Flying

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2. Avoid Overtourism

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3. Take Public Transportation

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4. Avoid Single-Use Plastic

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5. Support Local Businesses

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6. Stay At Sustainable Accommodations

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7. Eat Local

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8. Travel Slow

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