While the majority of Australians see the benefits of sustainable travel , the general consensus is that it's a lot easier said than done. According to new Booking.com research, it is important to 77 per cent of Aussie travellers, but insights show a sense of weariness could be emerging.
Though we want to do our bit for the earth , it feels as though it's all a bit out of our own hands. READ MORE: It's not too late to check out the spectacular autumn foliage in Canberra - here are the best places In fact, 40 per cent of surveyed Aussies believe that it's up to travel service providers to ensure that the options they provide are sustainable. So.
.. what can we do? One-third of those surveyed by Booking.
com said they're tired of hearing about climate change all the time, while half said that yes, sustainable travel is important, it's not their main priority. Unless you're a billionaire with nothing but time to plan the perfect sustainable holiday, it's near-impossible to travel without leaving your mark. READ MORE: Every Australian should see Uluru at least once - here's the best way to do it So instead of getting caught up in the buzzwords and trends, it's better to just focus on the small changes you can make.
Whether you're booking a hotel, holiday home, rental car, flight or attraction on Booking.com, you can filter listings by third-party sustainability certification. This way, you'll only see providers that are certified as sustainable, without having.
