5 Ways To Reduce Waste While Travelling

There’s no secret that to live a long healthy life we need to take care of the environment too. When we’re at home, we often keep this in mind; while going for groceries we take reusable bags and avoid plastic whenever we can. But what about when we travel? Plastic bottles, use and throw containers and utensils are way more convenient. However, they’re not the best option as they end up being in landfills and take centuries to break down. 

Therefore, we’ve compiled a list of ways to reduce the waste while you travel the next time :

1. Go Paperless

The first thing you can do to save the planet while traveling is to go paperless. Technology is everywhere and as long as you have a smartphone do you need to print receipts? No matter where you travel, e-tickets are acceptable everywhere. Moreover, you can easily pay from your phone at any restaurant and shop. 

2. Pack Your Snacks 

We all get hungry when we hike or travel to a destination for a couple of Hours. For such situations, try to pack your snacks in reusable containers instead of buying unhealthy snacks wrapped in plastic from local shops. 

3. Invest in Eco-Friendly Toiletries 

We often bring loads of toiletries starting from shampoo, shower gel, toothpaste, face wash, moisturizer, deodorant, razor, and tampons to other beauty and hygiene products. But did you know you can cut a lot of waste by simply buying sustainable travel bottles for your shampoo and other liquid products? These travel bottles are one-time investments as you can use them over and over again. Moreover, switching to menstrual cups is more hygienic and eco-friendly.

4. Opt For Public Transportation

When you’re traveling, you want to visit as many places as possible. However, visiting a new place shouldn’t affect its environment. Hence, rather than renting a car or taxi, go for public transportation as it can get you to any place, it’s cheap, and you can save the environment from extra pollution too. 

5. Shop Ethically 

A little shopping during a trip is inevitable, we get it. However, you should keep in mind to reduce waste in every possible way. Hence, instead of shopping from fast fashion stores, shop from local stores that promote eco-friendly products, reusable bags, zero plastic waste, as well as zero animal cruelty. And remember, your support will not only help the community but also save the planet. 

-Staff Reporter