Ideal Bite

Is nature calling?

Submitted by tmeronek on Wed, 05/23/2007 - 1:01am.

The Bite:

Then answer. Go on an eco-adventure, a trip that will enrich your vacation memories, the environment and especially the local people. Plus, you'll have a good excuse to get a little wild.

The Benefits:

Makes extra-good use of your tourism dough. Have a great experience while supporting sustainability and local economies.
Getting off the beaten path. Most eco-tours are designed for small groups, which helps if you wanna get down with the locals.
Not just for campers. With many eco-tours, you have the option of staying at boutique green hotels or even in local homes.

Personally Speaking:

Jen's not exactly what you'd call a Disney World devotee; she prefers trips like her Costa Rican eco-adventure. Check out the online photo album from her trip at the Ideal Bite blog.

Wanna Try:

EcoTour Directory - lists over 65 eco-holiday providers.
G.A.P. Adventures - offers tours for groups of 12 or fewer and encourages carbon offsetting.
Sierra Club Outings - tour the world with other eco-conscious travelers.
Sustainable Travel International - a non-profit that helps you book all sorts of eco-adventures, from archaeological digs to yoga tours.
Relief Riders International - guided horseback rides that let you help the Red Cross and distribute books to kids along the way.
Responsible Travel - awesome trip packages geared toward UK Biters.

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Bang For The Bite

If 10,000 Biter families of 4 spend their average domestic vacation dollars on eco-tours, each 2-week vacation we'll put $36,540,000 toward more sustainable travel.