Really, who wouldn’t want to go on a dream American vacation? Now, more than ever, there are incredible ways to Do Your Part while you and your family experience new places. It’s called eco-tourism and it means traveling to natural places while creating the least impact on the environment as possible. It also means supporting the local community while you’re there. You can find destinations on every continent but there are plenty of adventures to be had here at home.

Start by checking out your choices. Remember, traveling responsibly takes just a little extra work and doesn’t need to break the bank. There are companies which are only focused solely on eco-travel such as Intrepid Travel. It’s one-stop-shopping for folks looking at eco-friendly destinations and wanting to book travel and tours online. They offer dozens of US packages featuring some of America’s most breathtaking scenery. The trips last anywhere from a week to months at a time. Other eco-conscious companies like GapAdventures focus on smaller tour groups so travelers can connect with local communities easier, be educated on the area’s environmental issues and lower their eco-footprint.

Serious eco-travelers are urged to used local transportation, eat locally grown foods and get involved in helping the environment — all while taking in amazing sites! If you are interesting in just learning what’s there out there, online sites like EcoTourism.org are a hot spot for green travel information. It has the latest eco-tourism news plus provides insider information on eco-friendly destinations and tours. Or, hook up with like-minded travelers and have online conversations. A good site I found is EcoTrotters.com.

There’s is definitely a push these days to travel smarter and protect our environment. A responsible eco-adventure is one way for you to Do Your Part and have a unique vacation at the same time!

To Learn More Visit:
IntrepidTravel
GapAdventures
EcoTourism.org
EcoTrotters.com