7/22/11

If you plan on visiting a destination for a long period of time, consider becoming a temporary member of the public library in the city you're visiting. Instead of buying new books and bringing them with you, consider visiting a local library at the start of your trip. That way you can check out the books and then return them before you leave as both an eco-friendly and free way to catch up on your reading and lighten your load when you travel.

7/21/11

One of the perks of traveling and eating at a seaside destination is the wide variety of fresh, tasty seafood. Visit local restaurants when you eat out and ask about locally caught seafood before ordering. While many restaurants have a wide variety to meet customers' demands, it's the local stuff that is the freshest and has traveled the least, which means it has the smallest carbon footprint.

7/20/11

Over-packing for a vacation may seem like a safe way to make sure you have everything you could possibly need, but it also takes a toll on the fuel efficiency of cars and planes. The heavier your stuff, the more fuel your mode of transportation needs to get it to and from your destination. Pack light and always remember this one simple rule: If you forgot something, it's not hard to get it wherever your vacation takes you.