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Responsible Tourism and Home Exchange
Becoming a temporary resident of an unknown place, exploring less touristy neighborhoods, saving money and respecting the environment and the communities: making a home exchange to travel means this and much more. It means making a right choice for yourself and for the world. What does home exchange mean? Sites like HomeExchange allow travelers to […]
Continue readingIs Working Remotely More Eco-Friendly Than In An Office?
We often think that industries, and not our cars, are the main source of pollution. This concept arises from the fact that vehicles today are more environmentally friendly than ever. But this is not the case. A staggering 29% of greenhouse gases were produced by transportation in the US in 2019. Fortunately, these emissions can be […]
Continue readingLow cost Ecotourism: five tips to travel the world, save money and be happy
Ecotourism is a neologism that comes from the fusion of two words: ecology and tourism. It refers to the increasing number of people who are choosing to go on vacation without staying in in hotels or travelling by means which pollutes the environment. Impossible? Not really Expensive? Absolutely not! If you are open to a […]
Continue readingThe arise of the sharing economy and the gentle giant wearing just socks
Giovanna and Paolo were very excited about the detour in their summer holiday. They had meticulously planned well ahead of schedule to make sure they could couch surf with an impressive sounding host. The reviews were great to say the least: welcoming, friendly, talkative but not invasive and sharing a large and comfortable guest room […]
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