Traveling responsibly and consciously can transform your experience while having a positive impact on local communities. Here's how you can contribute to the local economy while enjoying your trip.
1. Choose local accommodations
By opting for independent accommodation such as hostels, guesthouses or small hotels run by locals, you directly support the local economy. These establishments typically invest in the community and provide jobs for residents.
2. Savor the local cuisine
Choose restaurants, cafes and street food stalls run by locals. By tasting local dishes, you support farmers, fishermen and food artisans. It’s also a wonderful way to experience the region’s culinary culture.
✅Easily find restaurants recommended by locals by downloading our mobile applications by destination!
3. Participate in activities offered by locals
Choose tours and activities led by local guides. From cultural tours to cooking classes to guided hikes, these experiences enrich your trip and support local businesses.
✅You can find authentic activities by choosing from our themes: Gastronomy? Nature and Sport? With family ? Well-being ? And many others !
4. Buy local souvenirs
When buying souvenirs, opt for locally made artisanal products. Artisan markets are great places to find unique items while supporting local artisans.
5. Use local transportation
Choose public transport, local taxis or rent bicycles. Not only does this reduce your carbon footprint, but it also supports local transportation services.
✅ Use apps like Rome2Rio to plan your trips using local transportation.
6. Respect the environment
Eco-friendly tourism is essential to preserve natural destinations. Avoid activities harmful to fauna and flora, and minimize your use of plastic by traveling with a reusable water bottle and reusable bags.
✅ For practical advice, visit sites like Zero Waste Travel .
7. Get involved in volunteering
Are you ready !
Traveling responsibly by supporting the local economy enriches your experience while providing lasting benefits to the communities you visit. By making conscious choices, you can turn every trip into an opportunity to create a positive impact.
🌴To prepare a more responsible vacation, use our Your Local Eye platform to book your experiences and stays.
📱To have all the information with you everywhere, download the app for your destination to have all the good local deals.
