Sustainable Souvenirs to Buy in Southeast Asia – No, Not Elephant Pants

Sustainable Souvenirs to Buy in Southeast Asia and Market Shopping Tips. Luang Prabang Puppet Souvenirs. Copyright © 2022 Terence Carter / Grantourismo.

Sustainable souvenirs to buy in Southeast Asia include anything that’s handmade and handcrafted, fair trade and ethically-produced rather than factory-made, and locally created rather than imported. Traditional crafts, art and artisanal wares, along with eco-friendly, pre-loved, recycled, and up-cycled things are all good sustainable choices. Elephant pants are not. There’s a reason I’m singling out … Read more

Ramadan Around The World – Our Guide to Travelling During Ramadan

Ramadan Around The World – Our Guide to Travelling During Ramadan. Ramadan shopping in Borneo, Malaysia. Copyright © 2022 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

Ramadan, the Islamic holy month, will begin on Monday or Tuesday when the new crescent moon is first sighted, so we thought we’d update our little guide to Ramadan and the experience of Ramadan around the world, especially for those of you travelling in Islamic countries during Ramadan. Ramadan around the world is observed in … Read more

How to Book Accommodation Ethically So You’re Not Staying for Free

How to Book Accommodation Ethically

How to book accommodation ethically from booking direct with lodgings to booking on accommodation sites that transfer your payments for stays promptly, we’ve got lots of tips for you. Whether you’re booking hotels, holiday houses, villas, apartment rentals, or bed and breakfasts, give a thought to the owners and operators struggling to get paid: ask … Read more