More and more often we hear about sustainability, green travel, and low-impact activities. But what are they? And how can you take part in these trips to do good for the planet? In this article on sustainable travel in 2024 we will focus exactly on this, giving you tips on the beautiful things to see in Italy, using responsible transport and avoiding polluting the planet.
A Sustainable Trip Starts with Choosing the Right Transport
To ensure that a trip has the minimum impact on the surrounding environment, you need to choose transport that helps protect the environment. But what are these eco-friendly means? And where can you find them? The best means to travel and cover long distances sustainably are trains and ferries. These have a very low greenhouse gas impact and are a much more sustainable solution compared to planes and cars, which are the most polluting means and, unfortunately, also the most chosen.
. There is, however, one last means by which you can cover long or short distances that is the cheapest of all, keeps you fit, and has no impact on the environment. Your feet are the best “vehicle” to undertake sustainable trips in 2024 or any other year. On this note, we invite you to check out our walks and activities where feet come first.
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Sustainable Travel 2024: The Best Destinations
Once you have chosen the green means of transport, all that remains is to find the right destination to reach and set off! Here are some destinations to fully experience the beauties of our country, stay fit, meet new friends and have no impact on the environment.
Molise Exists and Has a Vintage Train
It’s time to debunk the saying “Molise doesn’t exist.” In recent years, the region has found ways to greatly enhance itself from a tourism perspective, with unique initiatives aimed at discovering the beautiful Molise landscape. From 2024, for example, you can visit the region aboard the Molise Express, a vintage train that crosses beaches, mountains, and charming villages like Casacalenda and Larino. The train, with wooden interiors dating back to the 1920s, costs only 24 euros and also passes through the splendid Biferno Valley.
If you enjoy traveling on characteristic trains, this is definitely an experience to try, especially if you have already been on the red Bernina train. Bernina.
Sardinia, Europe’s First Sustainable Destination
Recognized already in 2016 as the “first sustainable destination in Europe” by the European Commission, Sardinia is a unique island waiting to be discovered. If you love bike trips, a ride between Chia and Costa Rei is something you shouldn’t miss, but that’s not all. Sardinia is a perfect region for a unique trip, taking a seaside tour among some of the world’s most unique beaches, like the one at Cabras , or setting off on a regional flavor tour. And if you can’t reach Sardinia, here you’ll find our tasting proposals divided by region to tempt every palate., or by setting off on a flavor tour through the region. And if you can’t make it to Sardinia, here you’ll find our tasting suggestions sorted by region, sure to delight every palate.
Emilia-Romagna is another magical place to relax among flavors and
nature . The region is also renowned for itseco-beaches and ecolabel hotels compatible with protected areas and nature reserves. The regional structures in Emilia have also joined Woof (World-Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms). This is a worldwide movement in the area. An initiative so extensive it also includes local fishermen who clean the sea of plastic to offer beaches where a holiday is a true pleasure. There is also an area dedicated to bike enthusiasts. The
Tyrrhenian cycle path offers a vacation fully respectful of the environment. The Parks of Trentino
For those who love the
mountains and want to take an eco-friendly trip to Trentino, the Adamello Brenta Natural Park is one of the first areas you should discover. Here you’ll find facilities with dual environmental sustainability certification. If you prefer areas rich in waterways, perhaps for sports like canyoning, then the and one of the areas you should discover first. Here you’ll find facilities with dual environmental sustainability certification. If instead you prefer areas rich in waterways, perhaps where you can enjoy sports like canyoning, then the is definitely the most suitable area. The eco-friendly valleys of Trentino are numerous, and if your goal is a vacation in unspoiled nature, you really won’t find a better region to travel in. If you enjoyed our tips on sustainable travel for 2024, stay connected with our community and discover our many events scattered across every region of Italy and beyond!
If you enjoyed our sustainable travel tips for 2024, stay connected with our community and discover our many events scattered across every region of Italy and beyond!