A great holiday could mean so many things to different people. But one thing is for sure – it is more fulfilling when you know you’ve done something good for the environment. In order to do this, one must prepare before going on a vacation. Below is a guide on how to be a responsible tourist.
- Research your destination – It is a must to know your destination before going there. While the internet makes a good starting point for your research, it is still best to ask friends who have been to the place you intend to visit for some tips. Try to learn a few words or greetings in the local dialect. It sure will make a good ice-breaker especially when you’re in a foreign land! In case you need some help while at The District Boracay, feel free to ask our staff for an instant Tagalog lessons!
- Watch what you bring – Minimize your waste through responsible packing. Use refillable containers for your toiletries or invest in a fashionable eco-bag which you can reuse from time to time. The District Boracay’s rooms are packed with amenities that are eco-friendly. We try to eliminate the use of non-recyclable materials by using laundry baskets (instead of plastics) and refillable glass water containers (instead of disposable bottles) in the room.
- Be careful with your surroundings – Leave the flowers, plants, sea shells and the sand in their natural environment. Keep your small trashes in your pocket if there are no garbage cans around. If you have time to spare, you can even join activities for the environment – like The District Boracay’s Coastal Clean-Up activity on the white beach every September.
- Look for green establishments and support it – The District Boracay is a strong advocate of responsible tourism. Aside from using eco-friendly room amenities, the resort uses solar power as clean alternative to fossil fuels. By patronizing eco-friendly hotels, you are also reducing your carbon footprint.
Since its opening, The District Boracay ensures to create a positive impact to the environment and be one with the local government’s “We Love Boracay” campaign. Signages about ways on how to care for the island may be found inside the rooms and at the beach area to remind guests of the do’s and dont’s. If you wish to know more about the resort’s eco efforts, please visit www.thedistrictboracay.com