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    The amazing holidays you can have that put the planet first

    by Sarah Marshall Apr 24, 2024 3 minutes
    Source: Forestis

    Travelling is one of the best ways to discover the value of our world’s wild spaces. Yet increasingly the tourism industry has been criticised for contributing to environmental degradation – from carbon-generating plane travel to overcrowding fragile ecosystems.

    Determined to make holidays as eco-friendly as possible, hoteliers and tour operators have worked hard to create sustainable options for travellers, minimising carbon emissions and contributing to environmental protection.

    Here are a few getaways designed to put our planet first – without sacrificing any of the fun.

    Georgia by train

    You can find your way to the capital of Georgia by rail (Getty/iStock)

    It may be 2,265 miles from , but it’s still by train. The Georgian capital, renowned for its arts, culture, nightlife and cheap prices, is the starting point for a holiday blending an ancient past with a forward-thinking future. Travel through Belgium, Germany, Austria, Romania and to finally reach the mountainous country at the intersection or and .

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