6 TIPS FOR SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL IN THE GREEK ISLANDS
Rather than hopping from one place or city to another every 1 to 3 days, spend as long as possible in a place. Spending more time in a place enables tourists to better connect with the destinations they visit. Staying longer means you can get to know the culture and people better. The remote work trend has made also slow tourism more popular than ever, with Greece offering the perfect location to mix work and pleasure.
Walk, cycle, and use public transit
Renting bikes, walking, and taking public transport when you’re traveling does more than just reduce your carbon footprint. It’s a great way to see a new place and Greece is famous for its narrow winding cobblestone streets full of wonder.
Stay on the path
If you’re going on a hike then stay on the proper paths. Straying away from the designated route can cause damage to delicate plants and if you get lost the local emergency services have to be deployed which costs the local economy money and resources.
Carry a reusable water bottle
Kos, Rhodes, Crete and Santorini and all the other islands in Greece have plenty of places where you can fill your water bottle for free. The truth is that there’s no need to buy so many plastic bottles which are often not recycled.
Support small art galleries and museums
Small galleries need to take advantage of their strengths since they are nimbler and more adept at mounting complex projects on tight budgets than the mega-galleries in the big cities. So support them during your visit in the Greek islands as well as the lesser-known museums where you can discover new interpretations of Greek traditions.
Always buy local
Always buy souvenirs or food from local people. Choose a locally owned cafe or restaurant because this way you’re supporting the local economy and reducing the carbon footprint of any items you buy.