If you want to travel better and not just further, this guide helps you support local communities, protect the planet, and empower people all while still exploring stunning destinations in a respectful, responsible way.

Featured Destinations:

Let’s take a look at Bath, UK.

Why It’s Responsible: This is a UNESCO site which invests in local artisans and eco-schemes and was listed in 1987. You can stay at Parade Park Hotel  central with its heritage-rich culture and very accessible. Visit the Roman Baths (wheelchair access), Thermae Spa (lift-assisted access), and guided local walking tours. If you are looking for what to eat, the Green Rocket  veggie café with clear allergen info is a nice place. You can also Join “Green Volunteering” with Avon Wildlife Trust while you are there.

Ghent, Belgium is another place to visit.

Why It’s Responsible: Bans cars in city centre, promotes local makers, you can stay at Ecohostel Andromeda  floating, solar-powered, stairs-free rooms you can do guided ethical chocolate tasting, local art walks, boat trips and more. Eat at the Le Botaniste plant-based & allergy-aware for people who are allergic to certain foods, I must say I loved it when I visited a few years ago. While there you can support community run markets (Vrijdagmarkt).