Planning an eco-holiday is a great way to travel responsibly while minimising your environmental impact. Here are some key tips:

🌱 Choose eco-friendly accommodations – Look for hotels, lodges, or homestays that are certified for sustainability, use renewable energy, and promote responsible tourism.

🚆 Opt for greener transportation – Reduce your carbon footprint by travelling via train, bus, or carpooling instead of flying. If flying is necessary, consider direct flights to minimise emissions.

🍃 Pack sustainably – Bring reusable water bottles, eco-friendly toiletries and cloth bags instead of plastic. Avoid single-use items whenever possible.

🌎 Support local and ethical businesses – Choose locally sourced food, sustainable souvenirs, and tour operators that prioritise conservation and fair wages.

🐾 Respect nature and wildlife – Stick to marked trails, avoid disturbing local wildlife, and never purchase products made from endangered species.

🗑 Leave no trace – Dispose of waste responsibly, recycle when possible, and aim to leave places cleaner than you found them.

The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it."

God of creation, thank you for the beauty and diversity of the Pacific Islands. God of mercy, forgive us for all the damage we do to the natural world. God of compassion, continue to inspire action on behalf of those whose homes are threatened by rising ocean levels, and whose food supplies are contaminated by pollution. God of justice, give wisdom and strength to all who raise their voices to protest about climate change. God of all people, help us never to think that damage to the environment is someone else’s problem, but to be informed about what we can do, and do it.