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  • Hiking in the western Cairngorms
  • Taking the Twiliner Nightbus across Europe
  • Sustainable destination: Großes Walsertal
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The Cairngorms are a popular hiking area and I can The Cairngorms are a popular hiking area and I can see why!

🥾🚍 I visited the area in May and finally typed out my favourite routes — all of which can be reached by public transport. 

🎒🗺️ There are plenty of easier routes on well-marked trails. Most of them start near towns with shops and cafes for extra food.

#SustainableTravel #Cairngorms #Hiking #ResponsibleTravel #ScotlandHiking

If you enjoy wild swimming, this route is for you!

🌲🗻 Even if you prefer to stay on land, you’ll enjoy the beach at Glenmore that overlooks mountains, the clear blue-green water of “the Green Lake” and easygoing forest trails. 

A hill, a loch and a town: that’s this circular route in a nutshell.

🌾🐦‍⬛ The hike starts with a steep climb to the top of a hill, but the best viewpoint comes after as you descend towards the loch. A nice loop from Kingussie.

This route is for experienced hikers and takes you up 2 munro’s.

🫎❄️ An incredibly scenic walk that’s one of the best ones I’ve ever done. The snow, the wildlife (UK’s only free-roaming herd of reindeer!) and the total quietness make this one very special.

Find detailed route descriptions, more photos and additional walks on my website. I’ll happily send you the link via DM 😄
Would you try this overnight bus? 💜 Twiliner buse Would you try this overnight bus?

💜 Twiliner buses are designed for efficient & comfortable overnight travel. And they certainly live up to that! You can now read all the details on my blog ☺️

🚌 You not only get a fully reclining seat, but also a pillow and duvet. If you’re hungry, you’ll find a snack pantry downstairs, next to free hot drinks. There’s even a room to change into your PJs.

Route 1:🇨🇭Zürich -🇨🇭Basel - 🇱🇺 Luxembourg - 🇧🇪 Bruxelles - 🇳🇱 Rotterdam - 🇳🇱 Amsterdam 

Route 2:🇨🇭Zürich -🇨🇭Bern - 🇪🇸 Gerona - 🇪🇸 Barcelona

💜 Benefits of travelling with Twiliner include reliable WiFi, a clean toilet, friendly staff and of course a much smaller environmental impact compared to driving or flying! 

💜 In terms of safety, there is a bag for your lower legs that functions like a seat belt.

🚌 I took a Twiliner bus from Zürich to Bruxelles which was a really cool experience! The level of comfort honestly surpassed my expectations. The longer the journey, the better in this case, because it means you can sleep in. ;)

*Gifted experience
#SustainableTravel #Twiliner #TravelEurope #NightBus #FlightFreeTravel
Should you rely on buses in Tenerife? 🤔 Whether i Should you rely on buses in Tenerife?

🤔 Whether it’s a good idea to choose buses over a rental car in Tenerife depends on what you want to do and where you want to stay. 

☀️ I did a full loop of the island by bus, but did miss out on exploring some remote hiking areas and villages. Still, rental cars are definitely not the only option to get around.

🙌 I found the buses in Tenerife are frequent and reliable. Ticket prices depend on how far you travel, meaning that prices relative to the distance travelled.

👉 And as always: more info on the blog!

#SustainableTravel #FlightFree #BusTravel #Tenerife #IslasCanarias
What makes Großes Walsertal a sustainable destinat What makes Großes Walsertal a sustainable destination?

💚 Parts of the region are protected nature areas without human interference
💚 Local projects such as “Bergtee” (mountain tea) connect tourists and locals with the natural environment
💚 Free bus & train travel throughout Vorarlberg if you stay for 3 nights or more during summer

💻 Read my full blog about Großes Walsertal’s sustainability, activities, transport & more here: thesustainabletravelguide.com/großes-walsertal (link in bio)

Would you visit this region?

@grosses_walsertal @visitvorarlberg
#GrossesWalsertal #VisitVorarlberg #SustainableTravel #ResponsibleTourism #SustainableDestination
This may be controversial… but I don’t agree that This may be controversial…

but I don’t agree that sustainable travel is expensive by default! 🤑

💸 Are international high-speed trains expensive compared to budget airline flights? Sadly, yes.

😵‍💫 Does that need to change? Absolutely!

But in the meantime, there are plenty of affordable alternatives. 

I’d also like to point out that flying may seem cheap, but it often has lots of added costs. Adding luggage, choosing a (better) seat, transport costs to get to and from the airport, etc. ✈️

What are your thoughts on affordable sustainable travel? Do share below! 😄

#SustainableTravel #FlightFree #BudgetTravel #ResponsibleTravel #TravelMyth
I didn’t know… It was this easy to travel between I didn’t know…

It was this easy to travel between the Netherlands and Switzerland by train! 😮

🚅 I travelled from Arnhem to Zürich (which also stops in Basel) with just 1 change in Oberhausen. 

But if you’d like to save time by travelling overnight and stay on the same train/bus the entire time, that’s also possible 🙌

👩🏻‍💻 More route details are now live on my blog: https://www.thesustainabletravelguide.com

Which route would you choose?

#SustainableTravel #FlightFreeTravel #EuropeByTrain #EuroSummer #TrainTravel
There are 11 (!) ferry connections to Ireland And There are 11 (!) ferry connections to Ireland

And 1 of them is new 🙌

Which ferry to the Republic of Ireland would you take? Let me know ⛴️

You can find details on all 11 routes on my blog: https://www.thesustainabletravelguide.com/ferries-to-ireland/ or send me a DM so I can forward you the link 🙂

#SustainableTravel #VisitIreland #FerryTravel #FerryToIreland #FlightFreeEurope
5 tips for not overpaying on your Eurostar tickets 5 tips for not overpaying on your Eurostar tickets 👆

Is the Eurostar expensive? That depends on when and how you book. 

Let me know if you found these tips helpful 🤗
You won’t be able to change my mind on these 👉 Do You won’t be able to change my mind on these 👉

Do you agree with all of these statements? And what would you add? 😬

* For non-native English speakers: “I will die on this hill” is a saying meaning you will not change your opinion on something.

#SustainableTravel #HikingUK #PeakDistrict #SustainableLifestyle

I understand the reasons why people dump litter (or even throw it out of their car window — the worst!) but none of them are a valid excuse. Littering is just unnecessary in every way! 🚮

No wildlife experience is ethical if there is interaction between the animal and untrained tourists. Just watch from a safe distance and witness their natural behaviours. 👀

Your holiday does not have to start at the airport, it can start literally 15 minutes from hour house. Relaxation, holiday and travel are all mindsets, not destinations. It’s really fun to explore new places close to where you live — I cannot recommend it enough! 🗺️

Don’t let anyone tell you that what you’re doing isn’t making a difference! Making sustainble choices (however small) does have an impact, and you might influence others without even knowing it. 💚

The actual travel part of your trip is just as much part of the experience as the time at your destination. If you’re struggling to enjoy it, try slower modes of transport or stay closer to home. 🚆

Let’s put an end to generic travel bucket lists and “must-visit” destinations. Going to places that genuinely interest you will be much more fun than chasing a social media image that was probably photoshopped anyway. 📸

Aside from medical flights of course! Otherwise, just take a train, bus or car. Especially short distance business flights shoul be a thing of the past, because if your company can pay for you to take a 1-hour flight, they can also afford a train ticket. ✈️
Steal my @interraileu itinerary 👆 Find all the ro Steal my @interraileu itinerary 👆

Find all the route details on my blog (link in bio or comment BLOG). 

This was honestly one of my favourite trips, in a large part because I got to travel with my sister and a dear friend. 🥰

I’d definitely do a similar trip again, though I would have liked more time in most places! 🚇

Have you done a similar Interrail route before?

Note: I didn’t use an Interrail pass for all of the travel days. Some legs I travelled with @flixbus. This trip was also completely self-funded #NoSpon.

#SustainableTravel #Interrail #InterrailCentralEurope #TrainTravel
How many of these trains have you never heard of b How many of these trains have you never heard of before? 😬

International train connections are not a Europe-only thing, so make sure to save this post for future trips!

Aside from international trains, there are of course countless domestic long-distance trains, cross-border buses and ferry routes you can take as sustainable transport. 

If you’d like me to send you a list of ferries around the world, do give a shout! ⛴️

#SustainableTravel #FlightFreeTravel #SleeperTrain #InternationalTrains #TrainTravel
The best places to eat in Barcelona 👆 🌿 Together The best places to eat in Barcelona 👆

🌿 Together with @veganhaventravel I have compiled another vegan food A-Z. One vegan-friendly restaurant for every letter of the alphabet (plus a few bonus ones).

✨ Check out the full list on thesustainabletravelguide.com

📍Asante

This trendy brunch spot was recently crowned ‘best vegan restaurant in the world’ by HappyCow! It does an incredible vegan egg benedict and no-cheesecakes.

📍 BÖL

Perfect for refreshing acaï bowls, smoothies and vegan milkshakes. BÖL serves yummy food that’s healthy and you lots of energy.

📍 Cat Bar

A fun, fully vegan bar with a menu that consists of several burgers, tofu platters and other comfort food. It’s named after the owner’s daughter, so it’s not a cat café.

📍 Faire Brunch / Faire Tapas & Wine

Another fantastic brunch spot, which is vegetarian with great vegan options. Dishes are clearly labelled. Go here for breakfast or brunch and come back in the evening for tapas & drinks!

📍 Hanai Vegana

With 2 locations in Barcelona, this is a must-visit bakery. You can choose between fresh bakes or prepackaged snacks for on the road. Owned by a local couple, they also offer workshops.

📍 LA PAPA

Amazingly flavourful dishes at several locations. The few vegan options on the menu are 100% worth visiting for. You will definitely enjoy the unique interior and designer crockery.

📍 Teresa Carles

This vegetarian restaurant focuses on Catalan cuisine but with a healthy twist. Expect lots of vegetables prepared by a local chef.

👉 Head to the website to see the full list, including a map of where to find all the restaurants.

#VeganTravel #Barcelona #BarcelonaVegan #SustainableTravel #FoodieTravel
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