Help reduce the impact on the environment during your trip We
all have the desire to travel and see the world; to explore new
places and discover new cultures. And in today's world,
international travel is cheaper and more accessible than ever
before. Tourism is now the world’s fastest growing industry, but
of course with that comes the increased responsibility on us to
try to reduce any negative impact our journeys may have on the
environment. About 700 million people worldwide travel every
year, with over 30 million tourists visiting Britain from
abroad. That's a lot of flights, car journeys, overnight stays
and money spent. But that doesn’t mean you have to forfeit your
summer holiday and sit at home looking at pictures. There’s lots
you can do to travel responsibly and counterbalance the
environmental effects of travelling. Why not participate in a
local activity like a carnival or a fête? This way you really
get the chance to understand local cultures and traditions – not
to mention have a great day out!