Now these resorts are just a few of my favourites …they’re worth a look

Eco-Beach Resort, Broome, Western Australia

Located an hour south of Broome, you will be greeted by the eco-friendly safari style tents and villas. This resort is on the Dampier Peninsula, land that has been occupied by aboriginal people for over 27,000 years.   The traditional owners of this land are the Yawuru people.  

Your days will be spent exploring this amazing coastline with its stunning natural beauty of red rock set again white sands and beautiful blue waters. Sit and watch the sunset from the infinity pool or in a hammock on the beach. Have a look at their website here

Daintree Ecolodge

Tucked away in the far north of Queensland is a unique boutique resort hidden amongst the rain forest. This resort has been eco-certified by advanced ecotourism and will provide you with the sustainable getaway you have been wanting. The main restaurant overlooks a lagoon and provides all food and drinks that are organic and sustainably sourced. I would recommend putting this at the top of your list to visit as it is truly a special place. Visit their page here.

Soneva Jani

If you’re looking to take your travels to the next level, this is the place for you. This amazing place is in the Maldives with villas on the water creating a bespoke experience for any guest that arrives. Working hand in hand with the environment, the people at Soneva are conscious to ensure they leave a positive impact on the world. This place has to be seen to be believed, have a look at the place in full here.

Arrivals of international tourists has increased by 6% in 2018 as reported by UNWTO with 1.4 billion tourists staying overnight. The impact of increased tourists can have a positive impact on the economy of a countries however there is also an environmental and social impact on a destination that needs to be considered.

Sustainable tourism is the combination of economic, social and environmental issues to create a positive outcome for a community or culture. For sustainability to be achieved there needs to be strong policies and principles in place by both the government and industry to ensure all stakeholders work together towards a sustainable outcome.

When searching for a sustainable designation there are some areas you can look at to make sure you’re making the right choice;

Look for local companies who employ local workers, this will show they’re serious about helping their community and keeping their economy strong.

Ensure to always look for a company’s sustainability when going on a cruise, tour or even a resort. Many resorts or tour operators will proudly advertise their sustainability goals and how they’re achieved, you will just need to do your research. A recent article by Financial Times  has reported on Carnival, the largest cruise operator globally that has just received a $20 million dollar fine for violation environmental standards. Read the full article here.

Travelling over the years I have found that there are so many products that can last for a long time in the environment, long after you have left a place.   The following products may not work for everyone, but I have found these are some simple ways to lower your footprint.

1. Eco Friendly Toiletries

Purchase organic shampoos, conditioners, deodorants and sunscreens. Ethique is a great brand that is focused on zero waste, plastic and cruelty free, with its  goal of preventing 10 million plastic bottles from entering the environment

• Bamboo Toothbrush

It never really occurred to me about a toothbrush having a big impact but making the simple swap to a bamboo toothbrush ensures that you can safely know it won’t be adding to the pile of plastic already abounding across the world.

• Reusable cutlery

Instead of taking the disposable cutlery or straws when ordering your food, pack your own reusable cutlery. Metal straws are very popular and also pack your own fork and knife, take it out of your bag and it’s ready to use.

• Keep Cup & Water Bottle

Coffee and Water are essentials when travelling. There are so many coffee cups and drink bottles that can be purchased these days to avoid using plastic. I have been using an insulated water bottle that you can buy from Kmart and minimum cost. It will keep your water cold for up to 12hrs. My favourite reusable coffee cup is a frank green cup, they’re fully sealed and can be thrown in your bag without spilling everywhere….they also have an insulated cup to keep your coffee hot for longer.