Traveling Green

Whether you’re going on a short business trip a few hours away, or finally taking your dream cruise around the world, here are a few simple green travel tips to make any trip a little easier on the planet -- and on your wallet. Bon voyage!

Life with no car sounds un-American, but the auto-free lifestyle can be very liberating. The Union of Concerned Scientists announced there are three main ways your life can benefit the environment: drive less, eat less meat, and live in a smaller, well-insulated house. Start now by looking at these 8 great reasons to live without a car.

What gives your car better gas mileage: driving with your car's air conditioning on and the windows rolled up, or rolling the windows down and leaving the AC off? Look at what the experts say and learn how to improve your car's MPG on hot summer days.

Ecotourism, sustainable travel and adventure tours are the fastest growing segment of the travel industry. But what is ecotourism all about, and what can you expect to find on a sustainable resort, lodge or green hotel? Travelers are finding more options, more fun and more luxury than ever before on sustainable trips.

If you're casting about for green travel destinations, these 10 gorgeous spots consistently rank highest on ecotourism lists.

If the hybrid fairy forgets to leave you a new Prius, here are some tips for making your current vehicle a greener ride.

Looking to wash the car without dirtying the planet? Here are tips for turning old Bessie into a clean, green machine.

If you're considering a hybrid or alt-fuel vehicle, learn to separate the hype from the reality.

Consider implementing a program that allows employees to reap the tax benefits of purchasing a transit pass on a pre-tax basis.

Sustainable tourism is a great way to minimize the environmental impact of tourism, but where can green travel fans go? Consider these sustainable tourism destinations and ecotourism hotspots.