If you're the type of person concerned about the carbon footprint you are leaving on the world then it can be a little tough to travel. At least when you're at your cottage you know what you can do to reduce your carbon footprint. When you're traveling and away from the comfort of your home it can be hard to do your part to make the environment a better place to live in. Whether you're going to be staying at mountain top cabins or hotels in New York as part of your vacation you should look into ways you can continue to reduce your carbon footprint while traveling.

If you have to find lodgings then research potential places to stay online to see which ones consider themselves "green" hotels. There are many vacation rentals that do their part to minimize their carbon footprint and the carbon footprints of their guests.

In the travel and tourism industry there is also something known as eco-tourism. If you're not sure what eco-tourism is then let us provide you with a definition for it form the Merriam-Webster dictionary: "the practice of touring natural habitats in a manner meant to minimize ecological impact." That definition most certainly makes eco-tourism an appealing option for travelers wanting to make sure they reduce their carbon footprints while away from their homes. Eco-tourism involves traveling to natural destinations, helps to build environmental awareness, leaves monetary benefits for conservation, helps empower local residents, brings respect and awareness to the local culture and supports human rights. When looking at Caribbean travel packages or spa getaways you will be able to immediately detect whether or not they can be considered a part of the eco-tourism movement.