Americans More Interested in Eco Travel
Eco travel is becoming more popular among Americans as attitudes about the environment change. And eco travel is becoming more recognized as a fun and safe way to enjoy other cultures. From eco travel in Mexico, Africa and Asia to agritourism in the U.S., Americans are interested in having a good time, and taking care of the earth.
And, while full-out eco travel may not be possible for all of us, this interesting poll by Orbitz shows that many Americans want to be more eco friendly when they travel:
Conducted by MarketTool’s Zoomerang’s polling service, the Orbitz survey highlights that:
— More than half (65%) state it would somewhat impact their decision to
stay at a hotel if they knew the hotel was using solar or wind energy
to supplement the powering of the building.
— A strong majority (63%) state they would pay a little more to rent a
hybrid vehicle or stay at a “green” hotel.
— More than half (52%) of Americans state they would be willing to donate
a small portion of their vacation budget to help save the environment
when booking a trip.
So, as you are making your summer travel plans, you might consider eco travel as a way to better enjoy earth’s beautiful treasures without harming them.
You can find eco travel ideas at the Eco Tour Directory.
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