Our world is vast and beautiful, full of incredible destinations, cultures and wildlife. What an incredible gift to be able to travel and witness these wonders first hand. But, how aware are we, as travelers, of how our travels impact the world? Or how it will impact future generations?
It appears by the results of a recent poll (read it yourself here) by AIG Travel, provider of Travel Guard® Travel Insurance that most travelers agree that Sustainability is important. The trouble is most travelers say it’s easier said than done. If you fall into this category I suggest you join the #WhereNext? Sustainable Travel Twitter Chat sponsored by AIG Travel on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 8pm CST. RSVP here.
Whether you are planning an upcoming trip or you just want to learn how you can become a more responsible traveler you will enjoy this crash course on Sustainability in Travel. Plus, you will also have the chance to win some really awesome prizes too!
Sustainable Travel Twitter Chat- sponsored by AIG Travel.
What is Sustainable Travel?
The International Ecotourism Society defines sustainable tourism as travel that “meets the needs of present tourists and host regions while protecting and enhancing opportunities for the future.” We do this by looking at the social, environmental and cultural aspects that are affected by our travels and we ensure that we are leaving as small of an impact as possible.
This does include environmental components that you are probably more attuned to such as re-using hotel towels and other water & energy saving measures. But, it also includes being consciously aware of how your dollars spent on travel positively benefit the people & communities you visit both socially and culturally.
This means supporting local businesses:
Learning about the local flora and how to protect it:
It also means respecting cultures and customs native to the area:
And, thinking about how your travels affect the people and the community in which you are traveling in:
Want to Learn More?
Join the #WhereNext? Sustainable Travel Twitter Chat
Join the #WhereNext? Sustainable Travel Twitter Chat
What?
#WhereNext? Twitter Chat
When?
Join the chat from 8-9pm CST on Tuesday, August 9, 2016.
(*that is 6pm PST, 7pm MT and 9pm EST)
Who?
Featuring:
host @itisalovelylife with co-panelists: @somedayilllearn, @globetrottingmama, @dandelionmoms and I’ll be hanging around too @globalmunchkins
How to Join:
It’s simple… RSVP (below) and follow the #WhereNext? hashtag on Aug. 9th at 8pm CST
*Click the Blue “Add Your Link” Button and follow prompts.
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Spread the Word:
[bctt tweet=”Join me at the #WhereNext? Sustainable Travel Twitter Party on Aug 9th at 8pm CST to learn more about this awesome movement! You may even win one of the AWESOME prizes too! – chat sponsored by @TravelGuard” username=”globalmunchkins”]Prizes:
Registered participants who complete the designated rules will be eligible to win one of these great prizes…
Grand Prize: a brand new Richoh Camera
Other prizes include: 4 VISA gift cards
Please! Read all the rules & regulations given to us by the big wig attorneys here.
Learn more about AIG Travel on their website and Facebook Page or follow them on Twitter.
New to Twitter Chats?
Do not worry if you are new. Twitter Chats are very fun and easy.
- First things first though. You will need a Twitter account.
- If you do not already have one you can start by going to www.Twitter.com.
- Once you have an account simply log on to Twitter at the designated date and time (August 9th, 2016 @ 8pm CST)
- Enter the designated hashtag (#WhereNext?) into the search box
- Follow along the conversation and JOIN IN THE FUN!
- Twitter Chats are essentially parties and the more participants there are the better the party will be. So, don’t just follow along… JOIN IN!!
*Here is a great beginner’s guide on joining a Twitter Chat for you newbies
Very informative post. I love the idea of supporting the local communities that we travel to.
– Cait | http://www.prettyandfun.com
Thank you… I love supporting the local communities too. Usually, we find the best food in local restaurants too
Oh such a great cause! I will share with my network 🙂
thank you!! I appreciate it!!
Thank you Brooke. I really appreciate it!
What a wonderful topic to discuss for a Twitter chat! We try to support local smaller businesses as much as we can when we travel. I love asking locals for their favorite farms and artisans so we can seek those people out and support them versus just the tourist spots we visit.
Fantastic!! That makes such a difference in the lives of those you are supporting. Awesome job!
Hi Mama Munchkin,
I had never heard of this #TwitterChat. It sounds like a good cause. Thanks for visiting my blog and commenting on my article about how to get page views.
Janice
I think AIG Travel is just getting started Janice. I love that they are chatting about causes close to my heart. I hope you will join us. I loved your article too btw- very helpful!
I have never heard of sustainable travel, what a great concept!
I think most haven’t actually Lauren. That’s the cool part. It is really not very hard, just an extra thing to consider. And, the impact can be amazing for the communities that it affects. I hope you will join us and learn just how easy it is!
Great prizes for this chat! I’ll try to stop by to discuss sustainable travel, such an important topic!
Love it!! So, happy to hear you are coming. I totally agree this cause is one I am so hopeful about. I have seen how tourism dollars can change lives for the better and protect our incredible landscapes. That way our great grandkids can enjoy them one day. Good luck with the prizes!
Wonderful artical with great points of view. SI meting to really think about. Thanks
Thank you Kathy
You have shared so much great information. I’m be on sustainability never thought about travel part
I love talking about Sustainability in travel bc I agree. I don’t think many people think about it. But, once you do it becomes super easy to support!
Glad you found it informative. Hope you can join us tonight!!
Sounds like you are doing an excellent job Emily. Keep it up! You are making a difference.
I travel a lot and I never consciously thought about this. I just kind of do it but now I will be much more intentional about it.
That is great to hear. I feel the same. Now that I know about it I find it easy to just be a little bit more conscious about how I travel and I love that I can be at peace knowing I am doing my part. Happy Travels!!!
Aw I am sorry I missed this! I love learning about sustainable travel. It is so important!
I’m sorry too. You can look back at the hashtag on twitter #WhereNext? and find some good info or check out this article from AIG Travel- https://travelguardblog.wordpress.com/2016/08/08/no-excuses-7-ways-you-yes-you-may-travel-more-sustainably/. I love that they are choosing to get behind such a great topic!
So glad you found my article interesting Leah. Its amazing how simple some of these things are and great that they can make such a big impact if we all are a little bit more conscious!
I’m sorry to have missed the chat! Sustainable travel is such an important topic; hopefully we can keep up the discussion beyond the chat.
Bummer, but absolutely! The more I learn about Sustainable Travel the more I want to talk about it. So, be on the look out 😉