Category Archives: go green

For years now, the scientific community has acknowledged human activities as the main cause of climate change. The mass tourism industry contributes to the production of carbon emissions. Let’s find out how tourism contributes to global warming. Our planet is experiencing a period of overheating. The main cause is the overexploitation of natural resources that […]

Books can be a very important gift for the eco-heroes of tomorrow. Getting children closer to reading and making them aware of the environment is essential to protect the world they will live in when they grow up. Here is a list of 5 books to give to little readers at Christmas. Be a Friend […]

Christmas 2020 is just around the corner. Although this year we cannot gather with our friends or relatives around large tables, I’m sure none of us want to renounce Christmas decorations. Especially after a tough year like this last one, we need to bring about the true Christmas spirit and its power to instill hope […]

How can you travel sustainably in Lisbon? The secret is to go beyond the inner city. Let’s meet the Portuguese Geographer Luis Mendes who will give us some sustainable tips to explore Lisbon away from mass tourism. Hi Luis, Could you introduce yourself? I am a Portuguese geographer at the Centre for Geographical Studies of the Institute of Geography […]

A breath of pure air, green everywhere, the blue Atlantic Ocean as far as the horizon. This is the Azores, the paradise for those who love green holidays in contact with nature. Let’s discover the 10 must-see waterfalls! Waterfalls represent the sublime power of nature, the ability to carve out space in a mountain valley. […]

What to give as a gift for such a special, different and perhaps even more significant Christmas? We think we have the right answer: a gift card that allows the people you love to travel, discover new places, immerse themselves in nature; all in full respect of the environment. Forget the usual rush for Christmas […]

Are you renovating your home and want to find sustainable alternatives to concrete or chemical materials? In this article, you can learn more about some of the best natural building materials, ideal for creating an ecological home. Using eco-sustainable raw materials in the construction of your home or your accommodation is advantageous, both from an […]

Are you looking for a cozy place in Lisbon downtown to live like a local Portuguese? Casa do Mercado Lisboa is happy to welcome you! Casa do Mercado Lisboa gives you the chance to live like a “lisboeta” in Lisbon. Here you can find all the healthy organic products that Lisbon can offer to you. Starting from […]

How can we have a positive impact while we are on vacation? Rita of Impact House shared with us some useful tips to learn even more sustainable practices while travelling. This sustainable hostel allows you to make a difference! Impact House is a space open to the community in Lisbon where sustainability, circular economy and […]

Tourism will never be completely sustainable as every industry has impacts, but it can work towards becoming more sustainable if the travelers of the world increase their knowledge about how travel impacts the planet on a larger scale. There are several areas of concern that all deserve your attention when you travel. Think about the […]