Mindful Summer Travel: Tips for Lower-Impact Adventures

Mindful Summer Travel: Tips for Lower-Impact Adventures

Mindful Summer Travel: Tips for Lower-Impact Adventures
Summer wanderlust is real, and there’s nothing better than escaping the routines for new adventures. But while you’re planning those getaways, it’s worth thinking about how you can explore the world without leaving a heavy footprint behind. Mindful travel isn’t just about sustainability– it’s about making meaningful memories while respecting the places you visit. Here are 5 simple ways to make your summer vacation more enjoyable and more eco-friendly.  

Consider Closer Destinations

While international travel is exciting, sometimes a road trip or a nearby nature retreat can offer just as much relaxation and adventure, with a little less hassle. Whether it’s a forest hike, a lakeside morning, or a cozy cabin stay, exploring closer to home can be a great way to recharge while reducing travel stress. 

Pack Light & Thoughtfully

Bringing only what you need not only makes travel easier, but it can also reduce unnecessary waste. Try packing refillable toiletry bottles, reef-safe sunscreen, and versatile essentials like coconut oil, which can double as a moisturizer, hair treatment, and even makeup remover.

Stay Hydrated, Sustainably

A reusable water bottle can be a lifesaver, helping you stay refreshed without relying on single-use plastics. Many destinations offer water refill stations, making it easy to stay hydrated while reducing waste.  

Support Local Communities

One of the best parts of traveling is experiencing local culture. Eating at family-owned restaurants, shopping for handmade goods, and staying with eco-conscious hosts can enhance your trip while directly supporting the places you visit. 

Respect the Environment

Small actions like picking up litter, staying on designated trails, and being mindful of wildlife help keep nature beautiful for everyone. Whether you're in the mountains, at the beach, or in the city, leaving places as you found them—or even better—makes a lasting impact.

At the end of the day, travel is about experiencing the world in a way that feels meaningful to you. Whether you're exploring new horizons or rediscovering familiar places, being thoughtful about how you travel can create richer experiences for both you and the destinations you visit. Wherever you're headed this summer, enjoy the journey! 
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Ivy, the in house chef at Copra Coconuts' kitchen.

Ivy is a recipe developer and media producer based in Bangkok, Thailand. She uses the local cuisine, tropical ingredients and all year around gorgeous weather as inspiration to create the most vibrant, delicious and healthy dishes.

Because Ivy cares deeply about sustainability, she tries her best to keep all recipes plant-based, low waste and seasonal.

Some of Ivy’s favorite activities in the city of Angels are weekend bike riding at Bang Krachao island, visiting speakeasy bars and cafes around Yanwarat Road and watching the sunset by the Chao Praya River.

If you would like to find out more about Ivy’s food and cultural adventures around Thailand go to @copra_coconuts.

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