Carry your own coffee mug. Imagine going on a trip where you didn’t use one single disposable cup?
Bring a refillable water bottle. Many green hotels and public places offer a filtered bottle filling station.
Conserve water, energy and waste everywhere you go. Say no the newspaper, turn off the lights when you leave the room and turn the tap off when you brush your teeth, (Just like at home).
Make a point to walk, cycle or take transit as much as possible. Plan your accommodation to be near transit stops, walkable areas or choose a place that offers free bike rentals.
Bring natural sunscreen (which only has Zinc and possibly Titanium as the active ingredients). Not only is it better for your health, you won’t leave a trail of greasy sunscreen behind you while swimming. Check out this guide to the best natural sunscreen brands.
Use natural insect repellant. Spraying a mixture of essential oils on yourself seems like a better idea than irritating chemicals, but make sure you test some brands in advance to see what works for you. Here’s a DIY recipe.
Bring the right gear. Plan ahead on what you need to take for the trip you’re on. Avoid buying cheap, last minute supplies rather than having high quality shoes, equipment and luggage for the type of trip you want to take.