Responsible travel encompasses a variety of areas including environmental, social and economic. It doesn't mean you have to give up that beautiful view on the beach and eat out of cans everyday, it just requires you to choose an alternative method that doesn't degrade the environment, the country's economy or the people that live there. Here are a few simple tips to keep in mind next time you plan to travel. 1. Learn the basic customs or etiquette of the culture you'll be sur

Although eco-travel is a bit of an oxymoron, given flying is one of the biggest carbon emitters, I spent months learning how to travel more consciously. I spoke with other travelers, splurged on reusable ware, and carefully selected items that would sustain me through all types of weather. This was supposed to be a low carbon footprint adventure and I've done anything but that. I'm volunteering in Ecuador and Chile for 4 months so I came prepared with a variety of medicine, f