Many families love to take advantage of their kids’ holiday breaks from school by taking a vacation. After finding your green destination and planning your itinerary of touring, dining, and relaxing (perhaps by the beach!), follow these green tips to ensure your big trip has as little impact on the planet as possible:

• Reduce, reuse, recycle. Try your best to follow this mantra whenever possible!
• Use public transportation like bus, train, or subway instead of taxicabs. If possible, rent bicycles—or just walk!
• Lodge at an eco-friendly hotel that’s dedicated to sustainability, and be sure to re-use your hotel linens and towels.
• Opt for a digital camera instead of a disposable one.
• Before leaving home, unplug your electrical appliances, turn your water heater down, and change your thermostat setting.
• Pack lightly.

–Brittany, KIWI marketing manager