The ‘Ultimate’ guide for living & Travel ethically & responsibly as a nomad

[ Part 2 ]

The situation created by the Corona-19 virus could give the best premise to finally start travelling in a more conscious way and towards a happier planet and a better being mindful of how we affect the world around us.

Dan Shechtman is the Philip Tobias Professor of Materials Science at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, an Associate of the US Department of Energy’s Ames Laboratory, and Professor of Materials Science at Iowa State University. He states it nicely.

Sustainable development requires human ingenuity. People are the most important resource.

How do you practically apply all of these ‘sustainable principles’ into reality?

Here the first few points which could help you, the planet, and have a positive impact on local communities, from now on while your travelling think of how you can make small effects toward being more responsible traveller;

7. Less is more!

One mistake we made early on was to travel too fast. Take the time to Travel slowly. Less is more. Pack as little as possible and don’t carry clothes or items you will replace and how out, but good quality clothing that lasts and you can use for a number of things. Invest in good quality, sustainable, lasting products. Remember it’s all about the people and the experience not collecting stuff.

8. Cut Plastics and disposables

As much as you can be mindful to use reuseable equipment, water bottle, mugs utensils and shopping bags. Litter as little as you can, ‘aim to leave a place better than you found it. Be mindful not to leave these reusable items behind while exploring.

9. Use Technology wisely

Instead of printing out tickets, guides etc opt for USB chargeable items. Remember less is more! It is getting harder and harder to travel with less when you need all the gear for just your office but, every time you move make sure you get rid of anything that you are not using.

10. Stay with Locals

At Nomad Stays we offer medium /extended stay options in hand-picked digital nomad ready stays, in small and large guest houses and apart-hotels. They understand the digital nomad market.

11. Community

Find ways to help your local community.

12. Share

Share these points with people around you as you travel. Spread the word! But also share your tips once on the road; do it consciously and responsibly. Being mindful of the images you post on the Internet. The information you share and the message you are sending out there. Be humble. Be respectful and use your ‘privilege’ as a visitor in a wise constructive way for people at home and most importantly the people you are visiting.

Join the community

As always remember to come over and join the community and share your unscripted adventures with other nomads.

Remember it’s never too late to start. Thanks for joining us in the journey of responsible travellers. Also, remember to come over and Try Us! Become a member today and let’s go!