{"id":9875,"date":"2022-11-28T09:41:44","date_gmt":"2022-11-28T09:41:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.staysitu.com\/blog\/?p=9875"},"modified":"2024-01-16T13:59:08","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T13:59:08","slug":"want-to-travel-lightly-and-sustainably-here-are-our-top-travel-packing-hacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.staysitu.com\/blog\/want-to-travel-lightly-and-sustainably-here-are-our-top-travel-packing-hacks\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel Light and Sustainable: 6 Packing Hacks for Travel Sustainably"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you looking to travel lightly and sustainably? Everyday activities impact the environment around us, and of course, this includes travelling – it can have a significant impact no matter where you’re going. We all know it’s best to reduce travelling by air, do fewer car journeys if possible etc, but sometimes duty calls and travel is required – our transport options are limited. However, there are many easy changes we all can do for the environment. Let’s look at what our top travel packing hacks are here at Situ<\/em><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. The lighter, the better!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We’ve all done it. Packed for a trip including everything but the kitchen sink, but never get through all the clothes in the suitcase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is at the top of our travel packing hacks. Consider the trip you’re about to make: do you need that chunky, heavy jumper? How about swapping it out for lighter items that can be layered? Or do you really need to bring a towel? Check with your accommodation if they provide it before your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only will a lighter suitcase be easier to carry, but the heavier the suitcase, the more fuel will be needed when travelling by train, plane, or car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this case, sustainable swaps really make sense!<\/p>\n\n\n

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2. Easy travel packing hack? Bye bye plastics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that it can take up to 20 years for a plastic bag to decompose in a landfill site?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Switching from single-use plastics like bags, takeaway coffee cups, water bottles, and straws to reusable alternatives is one of the easiest changes to make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only will using sustainable materials in terms of reusable bags, coffee cups, and water bottles reduce waste going to landfill; but there can also be financial benefits too. Many coffee companies now offer a discount when you bring your own mug.<\/p>\n\n\n

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3. Save your energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have a think about the number of electronic devices we take with us on our travels \u2013 laptops, mobile phones, tablets, smartwatches \u2013 to name just a few. These items all need charging, which requires electricity. As a traveller, you’ll have no control over how this energy is produced, but you can still do your bit to contribute to energy sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even little changes make a difference. Only charge your device until the battery is full rather than leaving it plugged in overnight. Shut down your laptop at the end of the day rather than closing the lid. Both these changes will help save energy. Also, don\u2019t forget to turn the lights off in rooms that you aren\u2019t using \u2013 it all helps!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Try toiletries with less packaging!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the modern world, we\u2019ve all heard about the new bamboo trend, however, bamboo may not be for everyone! But there are still some great options if you rather try other sustainable toiletries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few examples worth looking into!<\/p>\n\n\n\n