Let’s be more responsible and make travel greener
When we talk about the environment, airlines are the first to be criticised but they are not the only culprits, as consumers we have a responsibility too. I have started to see company’s concentrate on eco and green initiatives but the environment is low down on most consumers’ requirements. Donating to local projects According to a new startup called ekoVenture they will donate 10% of their profit to help support the local people…
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$62,000 movie download a result of poor travel planning
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Airlines could save $10 billion a year with GPS
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