Sustainable Tourism Cycle tourism: 12 tips to get started Cycle tourism is attracting more and more followers. Traveling by bike combines freedom, slow travels and adventure, while respecting the environment. Whether you are planning a weekend cycling along forest paths or several weeks on the road, it’s important to prepare well for your departure.
Sustainable Tourism Our 2024 carbon footprint: our emissions are growing more slowly than our activities Discover the results and main lessons from our 2024 carbon footprint.
Sustainable Tourism 7 ideas to support biodiversity in your garden or on your balcony The facts are undeniable: biodiversity is declining at a rate never seen before. The pressure on biodiversity is significant, with 30%* of negative impacts being caused by the destruction and artificialization of natural environments.
Sustainable Tourism Our Tips for Zero-Waste Holidays Are you trying to adopt the most environmentally-friendly lifestyle possible in your daily routine? Then, even if vacations mean getting away and relaxing, there’s no reason to abandon your good habits!
Sustainable Tourism Traveling around Europe by train Dreaming of exploring Europe? Thanks to the continent’s highly-developed rail network, you can travel from one country to another in just a few hours. Imagine traveling from the French Mediterranean coast to the majestic Swiss mountains in the space of a few hours.
Sustainable Tourism How can tourism and animal welfare be reconciled? The worldwide growth of tourism and the democratization of travel have unfortunately accelerated tourism practices that can be detrimental to wildlife. However, a growing awareness is leading more and more travelers to look for ways to travel responsibly.
Sustainable Tourism How can tourist destinations combat overtourism? International tourism has continued to grow in recent years. While it can of course have a positive impact on the economic development of a region, it can also have harmful effects on the environment and local communities.
Sustainable Tourism Responsible Travel Days: an initiative that could change everything, but is still underutilized To optimize vacation travel time and make the most of your days off, many travelers choose to take the plane. But even if this mode of transport is often faster, we also know that it is, by far, the most polluting option.
CSR “Airplane Mode”: An Adventure Raising Awareness About Environmental Issues Today, we want to highlight an adventure close to our hearts: the journey of Benjamin and Loïc, who set off on foot from Annecy to China to raise awareness about environmental challenges.
Sustainable Tourism 10 questions about the night train Night train routes are expanding across Europe and are attracting more and more travelers. And for good reason, as night trains offer many advantages.
Sustainability Best Places to Visit in Italy Are you dreaming of a holiday in Italy? Whether you're looking for a little “dolce vita” in summer, or a dose of winter sun, Italy is the ideal destination for historic
Train Interrail: 10 tips to know before you start! Dreaming of the freedom to explore Europe by train? The Interrail Pass, which allows you to discover no less than 33 European countries, could be perfect for you! However, if it's your first Interrail trip - and with so much information to consider - organizing your journey might seem overwhelming.
Sustainability International Day of Persons with Disabilities: A Move Towards More Inclusive Tourism? At HomeExchange, inclusivity is one of our core values. Everyone should be able to go on vacation without difficulty. That’s why we are committed to making accessible accommodation available for people with
Sustainable Tourism 10 tips for saving water (and lowering your water bill) While periods of drought are occurring earlier and earlier each year and increasing in frequency, saving water has become a major issue that concerns us all. In many regions of the world, water is even becoming a rare resource.
Sustainability The benefits of local travel How can we be more responsible and respectful in our travels? It’s certain that there are plenty of advantages to traveling locally! Discover how HomeExchange works 1- Traveling close to home contributes
Sustainability Are Black Friday and responsible consumption incompatible? Overconsumption and questionable promotions? Black Friday 2023 kicks off tomorrow. Yet according to one study, only 2% of Black Friday promos are real... The rest? They're fake price reductions. The excitement
Sustainable Tourism Why home exchanging can be a more sustainable way to go on vacation Travel and carbon footprint: understanding our HomeExchange community’s travel emissions We know that tourism has an impact on the planet; it’s responsible for 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions*. But at
Sustainable Tourism Enjoy a Sustainable Vacation With These 6 Eco-Friendly Homes Here at HomeExchange, we're passionate about protecting our planet every day. To play our part in making the world a better place, check out these 6 eco-friendly homes.
Sustainable Tourism Choose the train to travel more responsibly To all the dreamers who like to escape the time of a journey, To all the impatient people who like to be in the heartbeat of a place as soon as they arrive,
Guide to home exchange Sustainable tourism: How home exchanging promotes eco-friendly travel What is sustainable tourism, and why does it matter? Learn how home exchanging means greener travel that is accessible to everyone.
Sustainability Christmas Gift Guide: 5 Ways to Consume Responsibly Discover our advice and tips for Christmas to consume responsibly and surprise your loved ones with original and authentic gifts!
Sustainability 5 Eco-Friendly Kitchen Gadgets to Add to Your Home Here are five things you can bring into your kitchen that will make it a more eco-friendly place. These tools can make a big difference in living a greener life.
Sustainable Tourism Eco-friendly home exchanges perfect for sustainable travelers These one-of-a-kind, eco-friendly home exchanges are perfect for travelers looking to live in a sustainable way on vacation.
Sustainable Tourism 10 Tips to be a Responsible Traveller We believe it's all the little things we do that can leave a significant impact, so we've made a list of things you can consider doing.
Sustainable Tourism What is responsible tourism? First of all, we’d like to wish everyone a great World Tourism Day! World Tourism Day was created thirty-nine years ago to celebrate the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, economic,