Responsible Travel
We believe that all travel, as far as possible, should be undertaken mindfully, with respect for people, the environment, nature, culture & local economy.
Our Responsible Travel Guidelines
We encourage all of our readers to travel mindfully and responsibly.
Please respect the natural & historical environment
All our trips follow the principles of Leave No Trace. Anything you take in should be taken out and disposed of responsibly. Please don't take flowers, shells, stones etc. or damage habitats or cause erosion by building stone towers. Wildlife should be exactly that - wild. Admire wild animals giving them plenty of space without disturbing them. Go to the toilet responsibly. When visiting historical sites, take care not to damage or climb on ancient constructions.
Avoid disposables
A simple way to avoid consuming vast amounts of single use plastics while travelling is to pack a refillable water bottle. Tap water is safe to drink and you can ask almost anywhere for a refill. A reusable coffee cup is a great way to cut down on the plastic waste from all those takeaway coffee cups.
Before heading out, check:
- Do I have the right GEAR?
– Do I know what the WEATHER will be like?
– Am I confident I have the KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS for the day?
Travel quietly
We prefer to avoid the busiest places where possible, especially those areas that are particularly environmentally sensitive or those without enough infrastructure to cope. If somewhere looks too busy, it probably is, so we will consider moving on to avoid adding to overcrowding. We always have some alternative locations up our sleeve, and wherever possible, plan our visits to avoid peak times.
Try local food
Wales produces some truly delicious cuisine, we’re happy to make recommendations for sustainable choices.
Talk to the locals
Generally speaking, Wales is a friendly place that welcomes travellers open-heartedly - you can help to keep it that way! Smiling is infectious and pleases and thank yous are very important in local culture. You’ll notice we always say hello as we pass someone in the countryside. Learn a few words of Welsh and don’t be afraid to use them, though understand that not everyone in Wales can speak Welsh themselves. Ask your guide for help to pronounce welsh place names! If you arrive with an open mind and avoid typifying, you’ll have a much better chance of connecting with Wales beyond the cliches.
Choose local
We are proud to be able to recommend locally-run accommodation options, and to champion independent local restaurants and shops. This helps keep the local communities vibrant and thriving and is generally better for the environment.
Respect fellow travellers
Visitors to Wales come from all over the world, with diverse backgrounds, religions, races and political beliefs. Respect your fellow visitors and embrace the differences and commonalities in our global community whilst travelling.
Stay a little longer
When you're short on time a flying visit is often all you can manage. However if you can, why not stay a little longer? You'll get to know the country better & support the local economy.