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Experiences

Portugal to Singapore: This could be the world's longest train journey

Is travelling so far by rail even possible?

Climate

Meet the photographers witnessing climate change from on high

International Mountain Day turns attention to sustainable tourism in a sector that has been heavily affected by the pandemic.

Living

Sustainable travel: Search and book via these sites to cut your carbon

More people than ever are interested in booking sustainable travel but knowing how to avoid ‘tourism greenwash’ can be hard.

Destinations

Try these nature-filled destinations if South Africa was on your list

With travel bans returning to South Africa, we’ve rounded up some other great nature-filled destinations for holidaymakers.

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Conscious Travel

Cutting air travel by just 2.5% could help the climate, study finds

Climate scientists say annual cuts of 2.5 per cent would keep the aviation industry's contribution to global warming at about 0.04C.

Travel News

India takes the crown at Responsible Tourism Awards

This year, India stood out to judges of the World Travel Market Awards as the leading country for Responsible Tourism.

Conscious Travel

The Glasgow Declaration: Can tourism really cut its emissions in time?

Launching at COP26, a new UN framework is urging tourism companies to halve their carbon emissions by 2030. How will it work?

Travel News

Spain is planning high-speed trains between London and Paris

The national Spanish rail company Renfe is taking on Eurostar with their new line.

Conscious Travel

11 expert tips on how to travel like a local

Leave the guidebook at home, switch off your maps and hop off the tour bus. The best way to immerse yourself in a culture is to take your cues from the locals.

Destinations

This digital trail lets you explore Scotland from your living room

Scotland has launched the world’s first digital UNESCO trail, giving travellers the chance to learn about and plan their next trip to the highlands.

Stays

This restored Italian palace will be shared by more than 100 owners

Built in 1799, the historic Palazzo Ricci will soon be transformed into 14 luxury residences.

Travel News

60% of travellers searching for greener holidays in 2021

More people are looking for ways to make their trips sustainable, according to new research from Expedia Group.

Mobility

Old railways are being reborn as greenways in Ireland

Ireland's abandoned 19th century railways have been revitalised as greenways in recent years after falling into disrepair. Here's the inside story on the transformation.

Travel News

Train sets off on 20,000km trip across Europe to promote rail travel

The train will take in 26 countries, finishing its five week long journey in Paris on October 7.

Nature

A ‘rewilding revolution’: How 9 million trees reforested England

Plans for the future include a new 25-acre wood to remember those who've died during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Conscious Travel

What is Indigenous tourism and is it sustainable?

Indigenous travel experiences that help, rather than hinder, the world’s oldest communities.

Destinations

11 breathtaking eco-resorts to visit in 2021

We get a first-hand look at the top ten environmentally-friendly hotels around the world, from Ibiza to Saint Lucia.

Experiences

Why we should start travelling again as soon as we feel comfortable

Travel writer Mark Bibby Jackson explains why the global tourism sector needs us in order to survive.

Destinations

9 magical European cities you don't have to fly to

These cities can all be accessed from Paris via rail, without ever having to step foot on a plane.

Green News

Carbon offsetting: What is it and how do you do it?

There is one thing you can do to substantially reduce your carbon footprint the next time you fly.