Sustainable Beach Trips

What is happening? Beaches are the front line for climate issues. Even Florida will acknowledge climate issues when it comes to tourism. No more beaches means no more tourism.

Why is this important? How can a person make beach travel more sustainable?

• sleep away from the beach (hotels on the beach contribute to erosion
• avoid or limit flights which contribute greatly to your vacations carbon footprint
• support businesses that plant local trees (coconut palms are not local to say Miami Beach and do little to prevent erosion with their shallow roots)
• identify resorts that empower locals
• avoid overdeveloped areas

How will this be important? Embrace sustainable tourism

National Geographic | 6 tips to make your next beach trip more sustainable