Sustainability

Tourism by its very nature can often put increased pressure on the environment and local communities.  Here are a few examples of companies working towards a more sustainable tourism industry:

The Man in Seat 61
Maybe you don't like flying, or are concerned about air travel's contribution to global warming. Or perhaps you just prefer real travel by train or ship, where the journey is part of the adventure... Either way, The Man in Seat Sixty-One will tell you how to travel overland comfortably & affordably where you might think that air was now the only option.


Carbon Neutral Flights
Neutralise your carbon emissions and make your travel greener.




The Green Tourism Business Scheme
The GTBS is the leading sustainable tourism certification scheme in the UK, with over 1400 members - look out for the green leaf symbol.



Tourism Concern
Working with communities in destination countries to reduce social and environmental problems connected to tourism.


The Travel Foundation helps UK travel companies take effective action on sustainable tourism by providing a range of tools, training and communication materials to help transform business.