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"You must be the change you wish to see in the world."
- Mahatma Ghandi
The concept of volunteer vacations or voluntourism has been growing steadily. Forrester Research estimates that 3.5 million Americans take volunteer vacations and a large majority of them are Baby Boomers. Travelocity’s forecast poll results indicate that 38% of travelers plan a volunteer component to a 2008 trip.
If you are one of them, you’ll be interested to read what two veteran voluntourists told us about their experiences. Read more about volunteer vacations.
All of us are aware these days of our planet’s limited resources. You can wear your passion for green consciousness literally on your sleeve with the increasing availability of stylish, high quality clothing produced with an eye to the environment. Read more about eco and fair trade clothing.
Eco tours is a category that is becoming increasingly important to businesses as well as consumers. One firm, Natural Habitat Adventures, has made sustainable travel the heart of its corporate philosophy. Read more about this eco tour company. 
Can a commitment to reducing food miles and energy consumption while promoting sustainability also produce excellent food? In Bordeaux Quay, the answer is a resounding yes. Read more about restaurants in Bristol.
Green consciousness is moving into some surprising spheres. Perhaps chauffered limousine and ecological awareness seem like oxymorons, but a growing firm aims to change that. Read more about a new way of eco travel.
