Sustainable travel is defined as “finding a way that tourism can be maintained long-term without harming natural and cultural environments. Sustainable travel should minimize the negative impacts of tourism and ideally be beneficial to the area in which it takes place.”
We emphasize that on our European Vegan Cruises, our guests apply sustainability into their travel lifestyle. Practicing veganism isn’t limited to eating plant-based food; it’s also about having respect for the environment around you and minimizing your carbon footprint.
Cruise ships exert influences on the environment in various ways. From air pollution from diesel engines, but also have ballast water and wastewater. The complex logistics, maintenance, and upkeep of a cruise ship require high standards of compatibility with the environment, which we take to heart when choosing a partner vessel.
Avoid Single-Use Plastic
As tempting as it may be to buy a water bottle from the nearest convenience store that we see, it’s actually much more convenient to BYOB, or bring your own bottle. Before you go on your tour excursion, have the staff refill your bottle. This not only saves you time but also effort. Plus, your small gesture of packing your own water has a significant impact on the environment.
Shop locally
Avoid shopping for trinkets and souvenirs at gift shops because the items were mass-produced in another country and shipped to where you are now. This defeats the purpose of growing the local economy. Instead, go to the local street vendors or buy things like art off the sidewalk. You’re sure to get the authentic quality you’re looking for.
Eat at restaurants with locally sourced goods
Europe is filled with farm to table establishments, and there are plenty of vegan options everywhere, especially in the countryside. When you find restaurants that source their produce locally, you can ensure that the quality of food will always be fresh and healthy.
Let your feet do the walking
Whenever you can walk, walk. It’s hard to appreciate a different country when you’re stuck in a cab going from one destination to another. Allow yourself to get lost in the city and explore the town with your feet. Tourists are one of the biggest contributors to a large carbon footprint, do your part and walk when you can.
A culinary cruise like VCC is your best option when it comes to sustainable travel. For more information on our tour dates, feel free to leave us a message.
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