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Sustainability and being environmentally-friendly are hot topics right now, and there’s always a strong focus on holidays and the travel industry.
Sustainable travel means finding a way that tourism can be maintained for the long term, without harming natural and cultural environments. This is particularly important for ski holidays, where a huge part of the enjoyment comes from spending time outside in beautiful mountains!
It’s much easier than you might think to be more sustainable when you ski. Many resorts, chalets and hotels are making the effort to improve their green credentials. But there are lots of simple changes you can make to be a little bit greener on your holiday that will only make the experience more positive. If everyone just made one small change, we can protect our stunning European mountains for generations to come.
1. Pick up your litter
It goes without saying that litter is damaging to the environment. When you’re out and about on the slopes, don’t leave any rubbish behind from your snacks and packed lunches. Also, try to pick up any rubbish you see. Nothing ruins a mountain view like an old crisp packet.
2. Do not disturb wildlife
Be careful when off-piste skiing, some areas in resorts like St Anton are marked out as animal conservation areas. The ski industry can have a big impact on local wildlife, so it’s important to leave areas where they can live and hibernate without being disturbed. Avoid skiing in these marked areas, and try not to drop things from chairlifts that will need to be retrieved.
3. Eat local produce
When in resort, try to eat local produce. Reducing food air miles is one of the main ways everyone can easily be more eco-friendly, and besides, local food often tastes amazing! You could also consider choosing a vegetarian meal some nights, as reducing your meat intake is another fantastic way to help the planet.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]