How to Plan a Sustainable Road Trip – ToursByLocals Blog

How to Plan a Sustainable Road Trip – ToursByLocals Blog

With fewer of us crossing international borders right now, the humble road trip is enjoying a bit of a renaissance! Whether you’re traveling within or across state lines, a car offers you freedom, flexibility and a safe and simple way to get from A to B.  By not flying, you’re helping to lower your carbon emissions, which is a great start to a more sustainable way of traveling. But when we go on any trip, we’ve got to bear in mind that we’re not only enjoying the places we visit, but also having an impact on a destination’s environment and local communities.  The best road trip is the one that leaves no trace of you in the environment. Or maybe you even leave some places better than you left them!