Travel to promote eco-tourism

Planning to go on a vacation? Try to be a responsible traveller. With global warming due to rising pollution levels, we need to care for our mountains, beaches and the air we breathe. Walk more, carry your own bag while shopping, suggest experts. No vehicle roads: Explore a new city on foot like the Mall Road in Shimla, Cinque Terre (The Italian Riveria) and Giethoorn village (Netherlands) where vehicles are not allowed. Walking is the best option to soak up the local flavour. Say no to plastic bags: If you are travelling to any of the hill stations in India, be sure to carry your own bag while shopping. You won’t be getting any plastic bag even for food items! No smoking zones: A vacation in cities such as Beijing, Chandigarh, Chennai, Liverpool or Mexico will mean that you have to leave your cigarette case at home as all these places are no-smoking zones. Go for green transportation: Bid goodbye to your traditional transportation modes and go for the new, trendy e-bikes and cycles which will be your best bet. There are a range of e-bikes that you will enjoy riding. Plant a tree wherever you go: While you take back memories and incredible experiences from a place, leave behind a little something for the land in return. Plant a tree wherever you like, in the backyard of your stay (with permission) or sow a seed on the street, and whisper a small thank you to the place for being a wonderful host.

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