Will you be taking a break soon? To a campsite, cottage, hotel or flat? Then this is a great time to relax and do something good for the environment. With a few smart choices, you can also reduce waste at your holiday destination.
Waste travels with you
What many people forget is that their waste often travels with them unconsciously. Disposable wipes, loose packaging, half shampoo bottles and plastic cutlery seem handy, but on holiday they mostly cause hassle. Not only in the bag, but also at the holiday address.
Waste is generated quickly, is difficult to get rid of - especially on busy campsites or in holiday homes without clear separation of waste - and regularly causes overflowing bins. That is why it is smart to think in advance about what you will and will not take with you.
What can you do?
Opt for less clutter on the go. Leave unnecessary packaging at home and think about what you really need.
Going shopping before departure?
Check what you still have in the house first. This way, you avoid wasting food and avoiding overflowing bins on holiday.
Leave unnecessary packaging at home
It saves space in your luggage, and you avoid having to throw something away every time you travel. A refillable bottle, a lunch box, some containers for leftovers: it makes a big difference.
With children on holiday
Going with children? Make waste separation or tidying fun. Give them their own water bottle or invent a scavenger hunt: who will be the first to find a can, a piece of paper and a plastic cap?
This is already a hit in some regions - litter picking as a holiday activity. Good for the neighbourhood as well as raising awareness.
Separating waste on holiday
Many campsites and holiday parks allow you to separate waste. Check this on arrival. Are there no separate bins? Then use a few bags or containers for paper, organic waste and plastic yourself. Throw it away separately en route or take it home with you. Small effort, big difference.
Every little step helps. So: what will you leave at home this summer? Perhaps exactly what you didn't really need on the road anyway.
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