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August 23, 2012 by DontFlyGo
Carbon Guzzling Countries to Avoid on Your Travels
It is almost depressing to think that almost all countries in the world are consuming huge quantities of fossil fuel on a daily basis. Because of modernization and industrialization, motor vehicles and other modes of transport emit harmful carbon dioxide that has contributed to global warming. Some countries have taken measures to control harmful emissions. […]
August 23, 2012 by DontFlyGo
Why You Should Take the Indian Pacific
The Indian Pacific is the second longest train journey in the world, spanning Australia from East to West and back again – Sydney to Perth. The journey crosses 2 times zones, takes almost 70 hours and costs around $300 for a place in a reclining chair. By way of comparison, the average flight costs around […]
August 22, 2012 by DontFlyGo
Eco-Friendly Vienna Activity Guide
Slap bang in the northeastern region of Austria, Vienna is a popular destination for millions across the globe. Unfortunately for many travelers however, enjoying the city is usually done expensively. All those tour buses and subways rides? Add up. If you look around the city though you’ll see that there’s much more to this urban […]
August 21, 2012 by DontFlyGo
How to Be a Green Machine in Portugal
The shorter the trip, the more harmful it can be to the environment. When you’re on a holiday or a mini backpacking adventure you usually want to keep moving; stay in one place too long and you feel like you’re not making the most of your small trip window. But lots of moving means lots […]
August 20, 2012 by DontFlyGo