13 of the Best Eco-Friendly Gifts for Travellers monkeysandmountains.com /eco-friendly-gifts-travellers

These eco-friendly gifts are perfect for the environmentally-minded traveller.They’re gifts that not only give to the recipient but give back to the planet.

Eco-Luggage

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The Heys America EcoOrbis 26″ Upright Luggage contains 100% ABS plastic. According to the Guardian, onetruckload of plastic is dumped into the ocean every minute. By 2050, the weight of plastic is expected to outweighfish. Anything we can do to reduce, or to reuse plastic has a positive impact on the environment. Not only does thisluggage make for an eco-friendly gift, but it’s also practical too. It’s easy to manoeuvre, has a sturdy hardtop andlightweight.

Eagle Creek Compression Packing Cubes

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Eagle Creek has an excellent reputation in the travel industry for their environment initiatives. They produceproducts that are long lasting so that they don’t end up in a landfill and they source materials that have the leastenvironmental impact. They’re also incredibly practical. Not only do they keep your clothes organized, but they alsoallow you to pack more in a small space. The less luggage you carry, the lower your environmental impact will bewhen travelling. Plus, it’s more convenient to travel with less luggage.

Eco Crossbody Handbag

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I’m a huge fan of crossbody bags for keeping your belongings safe. I’m convinced if I had been wearing one, Iwouldn’t have gotten robbed while taking the metro in Athens, Greece. Now I always wear one when travelling. Notonly is this one good for keeping your belongings safe, but it’s also stylish. Constructed entirely of cycle pet, adurable polyester fabric made from post-consumer beverage bottles, it saved over 17 bottles from ending up in alandfill or the ocean.

Envirosax Reusable Bags

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I love this set of 5 reusable bags and always carry one in my purse, both when I’m at home in Munich, Germany andwhen I’m travelling. As mentioned above, plastic is one of the biggest polluters on the planet, and reusing bags is aneasy way to reduce your environmental impact. Also, it can save you money, since many stores, particularly inEurope, will charge you if you need a plastic bag.

Eco Passport Holder

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I received a passport holder a few years ago as a Christmas gift from my brother, and it’s one of the most practicalgifts I’ve ever received. Several years later and my passport still looks almost brand new. That’s important whendealing with immigration. Before I had a holder and carried my passport loosely in my purse, my passport hadgotten wet. When I went to renew it, the Canadian government made me get (and pay) for written consent from alawyer saying that it wasn’t a forged passport. For the record, it wasn’t. After an extra step of bureaucracy, and anadditional $80, I vowed to carry my passport in a holder, and I have ever since. Besides being practical, this one isalmost made from post-consumer beverage bottles and saved two bottles from ending up in a landfill or the ocean.

Biodegradable Bamboo Toothbrush

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These toothbrushes are made from bamboo, a fast-growing renewable resource. They’re 100% recyclable so thatthey won’t end up in a landfill. The company also donates a portion of the profits to the Earthjustice charity. Theymake for a great stocking stuffer for the eco-minded person in your life. I’ve asked for a set for Christmas. The littlechanges we make in our life do add up. As Kermit the Frog says, it’s easy being green!

Collapsible Coffee Mug

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The United States alone throws away 25 billion styrofoam coffee cups each year. Even worse is that styrofoam isn’tcompletely recyclable. It’s likely that you’ll find remnants of your coffee cup 500 years later! If you have one cup ofcoffee or tea a day, you’ll contribute 23 lbs of waste each year! While paper cups are better than styrofoam, eachcup still creates .24 pounds of CO2 emissions. Source: Carry Your Cup. Fortunately, there’s an easy solution. Carrya reusable coffee mug. I love this one because it’s collapsible and doesn’t take up much room when it’s not in use.This reusable coffee cup makes a great eco-friendly gift. It can be utilized both at home and when on the road.

If you’re brewing coffee at home, purchase organic shade grown coffee. Coffee bushes are planted under nativetree species. This increases the biodiversity of the coffee plantation and has a very positive impact on birds. It alsohas a positive impact on the long-term sustainability of the land for agriculture. Coffee lovers will also be interested inthese 20 Fascinating Facts About Coffee .

Collapsible Travel Water Bottle

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Every year 50 billion water bottles are thrown away – 50 billion! While I love the idea of a reusable water bottle, Idon’t like how bulky it is when not filled with water. That’s why I love this collapsible water bottle. It hardly takes upany room when not filled. You can also purchase the travel case for the bottle which makes it even smaller.

Lifestraw Go Water Bottle

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In some countries, it’s not safe to drink tap water. Travel tip: See which countries in Europe you can safely drinkwater. That’s where the Lifestraw microbiological water filtration system comes in. It filters out over 99.9% ofwaterborne parasites and waterborne protozoa. It’s also great if you’re in nature as you can use it to filter water froma stream or a pond.

Fast-Drying Travel Towel

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Fast-drying towels are a lifesaver when you’re travelling or doing a hike like the Tour du Mont Blanc. There’s nothingworse than carrying a large wet towel with you. That’s why I like this compact one with antibacterial microfiber. Youcan reuse it multiple times without washing it and it won’t smell. Not only is that convenient when travelling but doingless washing is also good for the planet.

Burt’s Bees Travel Sized Products

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I’ve been a huge fan of Burt’s Bees products for years, especially the Lip shimmer which gives you an amazingpeppermint tingle. Burt’s Bees products contain natural ingredients that feel fantastic on your skin. I’m also a fan oftheir philosophy. They measure the triple bottom line; people, profits and the planet, eliminate excess packaging andinclude post-consumer recycled content in their packaging. They’re also transparent about their use of palm oil,which is destroying orangutan habitat and are a member fo the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil. They’re doingmore for the environment than most other skincare and cosmetic companies are, and they make exceptional naturalproducts. Burt’s Bees products make for a great eco-friendly gift that will be appreciated both at home and on theroad.

Portable Solar Cooker

While I haven’t used a solar cooker, I’m obsessed with the idea. It can cook in as little as 20 minutes with full sunreaching temperatures of up to 550°F (220°C). You can also use it when there are light clouds. I think it would beparticularly helpful on a road trip or when camping in sunny areas. Plus, it looks like fun to use.

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Activity Holidays

Instead of driving on your vacation, why not reduce your environmental impact by cycling or hiking for part of it?Cycling and hiking holidays are something I do multiple times each year. Not only are they good for the environment,but they also support local communities.

Plus, adventure holidays do wonders for your soul. Even after hiking or cycling for hours each day and waking upearly, I come back much more refreshed than I would had I been lying on a beach. I usually have some sort ofepiphany afterwards too. A hiking or cycling holiday is one that stays with you long after it’s over. I offer a smallselection of hand-picked adventure tours that I think you’ll enjoy as much as I have. If you need help in choosing theright one for you, just email me at [email protected], and I’m happy to help.

Finally, before your travel ask yourself how responsible of a traveller you are? I wassurprised by the results and have a feeling that you might be too.

Let me know in the comments below which of these eco-friendly gifts you’d mostlike to receive.

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