Environmental - Sustainable Travel

Sustainable travel, also known as sustainable tourism or responsible travel, means making choices that reduce harm to the places we visit, focusing on preservation of the environment, society, and culture at the destinations. Important pillars of sustainable tour that travel planners should focus on include carbon neutrality, social inclusion, employment opportunities, and restoration and preservation of the natural and cultural environment. Hanatour guides travelers to choose responsible travel by interacting with local communities, taking full account of environmental impacts, and experiencing the local culture.

We created the Sustainable Travel Guide to show travelers how to respect and preserve wildlife, biodiversity, ecosystems and cultural diversity. Through this guide, as well as our sustainable tourism products, we hope to promote a culture of sustainable travel.

At Hanatour, we are committed to helping travelers understand the potential negative impacts that may be caused and changing the way we travel for the better. Each responsible choice we make may not seem big on its own, but together we can establish a travel culture where the local community, environment, and travelers can all be happy.

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  Fly with an airline that replaces diesel fuel with green jet fuel for carbon neutrality.

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  Make green choices and use eco-friendly transportation.

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  Consider staying at a sustainable accommodation which actively seeks to minimize environmental impact and promotes responsible tourism.

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  Stay at a local accommodation that supports local economies and communities.

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  Participate in tourism programs that promote green activities and/or biodiversity.

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  Visit sustainable destinations certified by each country.

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  Experience unique and traditional cultural activities in the area and respect the culture of locals.

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  Spend money on local businesses by visiting small, hidden places rather than crowded tourist attractions.

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  Take a role in local volunteer or community service programs.

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  Learn to enjoy slow travel. Travel at a less convenient and slower pace fosters a positive and open mindset.

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  Pack only what you need and buy small items at local stores.

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  Pack tumblers and reusable items rather than disposables for sustainability.

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  Take trains rather than planes. Use local means of transportation, such as bikes.

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  Traveling to less crowded places doubles the fun and excitement.

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  Stay at a locally owned accommodation.

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  Choose eco-friendly destinations or travel programs with green activities. Travel for our blue planet.

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  Respect and experience the local culture.