Travel sustainably

How to Travel Environmentally Friendly

Sustainable travel is becoming increasingly important as many people want to minimize the ecological footprint of their trips. From transportation to accommodation to the choice of luggage, there are many ways to travel in an environmentally conscious manner. In this blog post, we show you how to integrate sustainable travel into your everyday life and introduce you to sustainable brands for suitcases, backpacks, and bags from our shop that make your journey more eco-friendly.

1. Sustainable Travel Planning

The first step to an environmentally friendly vacation starts with the planning. Ideally, choose destinations that you can reach by public transport such as trains or buses. Flying can also be made more sustainable by preferring direct flights and choosing airlines that offer CO2 compensation programs.

Tips for Travel Planning:

• Train Travel: It is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to travel, as trains cause less CO2 emissions compared to planes and cars.
• Slow Travel: Longer stays in one place reduce the ecological footprint by minimizing the number of transportation modes and resource use.

2. Environmentally Friendly Accommodations

The choice of accommodation has a great impact on the sustainability of your trip. There are now many eco-friendly hotels and guesthouses that rely on renewable energy, use local products, and promote recycling.

What to Look Out For:

• Certificates: Look for certifications such as the EU Ecolabel or Green Globe that indicate sustainable practices in accommodations.
• Local Accommodations: Small, family-run guesthouses or ecological inns not only support the local economy but are often more sustainable than large hotel chains.

3. Sustainable Luggage Brands

Your luggage can also contribute to sustainable travel. More and more brands rely on environmentally friendly materials such as recycled fabrics, sustainable production processes, and durable designs that reduce the ecological footprint.

Sustainable Suitcase Brands:

• Samsonite Eco: This collection uses recycled materials such as PET bottles. Samsonite is known for durable products that reduce resource consumption.
• IMPACKT: The brand's suitcases are designed for maximum lifespan, made from recycled materials, and are repairable. 
• Horizn Studios : The manufacturer's motto is "Repair, Never Replace." With the Circle One series, which is still in development, the brand will revolutionize travel once again and fully commit its design philosophy to circularity: The result is a material innovation that is plant-based and made in Europe.

Sustainable Backpack Brands:

• Vaude: The German brand Vaude is a pioneer in sustainable outdoor equipment. They use recycled materials and focus on fair working conditions as well as environmentally friendly production.
• Fjällräven: Known for the iconic Kånken backpack, Fjällräven produces durable backpacks with an emphasis on sustainability and environmental compatibility. Many of their products are made from recycled polyester.
• Got Bag: The stylish rolltops from Got Bag are the world's first backpacks made from Ocean Impact Plastic. Thus, the manufacturer's products not only symbolically stand for clean oceans and a responsible use of plastic.
• deuter: The manufacturer focuses on extending the lifespan of its products and offers repair services so that the favorite item can be used as long as possible. Increasingly, recycled materials are used in production. Additionally, Deuter is a member of the Fair Wear Foundation, ensuring fair working conditions.

Sustainable Bag Brands:

• Picard: The family business Picard has set high sustainability goals for the production of its bags, backpacks, and small leather goods and wants to invest in the future and the next generations. Already, ninety percent of the manufacturer's leather suppliers are certified by the Leather Working Group (LWG), and by 2025, it aims to be one hundred percent.
• Eagle Creek: The main materials of Eagle Creek bags are recycled, Bluesign®-certified, and PVC-free. Furthermore, fluorocarbons are eliminated from the products during manufacturing to avoid carcinogenic coatings. To maximize the product lifespan, the company offers a lifetime warranty on all products with its No-Matter-What Guarantee.

4. Environmentally Friendly Travel Rituals

Besides choosing transportation, accommodations, and luggage, there are many small habits that can help you travel more sustainably. Avoiding single-use plastic, preferring local restaurants, and using water and energy responsibly are just a few possibilities.

Sustainable Habits While Traveling

Reusable Water Bottles: Avoid plastic waste by bringing your own water bottle. You can find numerous models here in our shop. Many airports and train stations now offer refill stations.

• Local Products: Support the local economy by dining in regional restaurants and buying products from local producers.
• Digital Instead of Paper: Avoid unnecessary paperwork by storing your travel information digitally.