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Travel responsibly

Find out how you can have a positive impact on your next adventure.

Make ethical and sustainable choices when you travel.

Travel has the power to not only be a transformative experience for you, but also for the communities and destinations that you visit. By making ethical choices, seeking meaningful experiences and minimizing your travel footprint, you can be part of this global force for good. 

Are you ready to make a difference when you travel? We want your trip to be safe as well as fun. Don't forget to consider World Nomads travel insurance.

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Make a difference

Learn how you can travel responsibly on your next trip.

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Be part of the movement. Change the world through travel.

Footprints program

Footprints program

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When you buy travel insurance with us, you can choose to give back. Join over one million other world nomads who have made micro-donations to global community development projects through our Footprints program.

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Latest articles on how to be a better traveler

Orphanage Tourism – Is It More Harmful Than Helpful?
Responsible Travel - People

Orphanage Tourism – Is It More Harmful Than Helpful?

Know the impact orphanage tourism has on communities and learn how to make a positive change when you travel.
10 Simple Ways You Can Be An Eco-Friendly Traveler
Responsible Travel - Planet

10 Simple Ways You Can Be An Eco-Friendly Traveler

It’s easier than ever to care for the planet when we travel, without having to sacrifice anything. Here's how.
Living With the Locals Through Community-Based Tourism
Responsible Travel - People

Living With the Locals Through Community-Based Tourism

Ever wanted to go deeper into a culture? See more than just the tourist hotspots? Then community tourism might be for you.

10 Ways You Can Become A More Sustainable Scuba Diver
Responsible Travel - Planet

10 Ways You Can Become A More Sustainable Scuba Diver

Here are some easy ways to minimise impact to the planet while diving; from choosing the right operator to not feeding the fish and watching your waste.
Cruel Wildlife Experiences to Avoid on Your Next Holiday
Responsible Travel - Planet

Cruel Wildlife Experiences to Avoid on Your Next Holiday

A bad wildlife experience may not always be easy to spot. As with any aspect of responsible travel, do your research.
11 Easy Ways To Avoid or Use Less Plastic When You Travel
Responsible Travel - Planet

11 Easy Ways To Avoid or Use Less Plastic When You Travel

From using bamboo toothbrushes to avoiding airline food, Conor Purcell examines how we can reduce the impact of single-use plastic when we travel.
What is Dark Tourism? And What Are the Pros and Cons?
Responsible Travel - Participation

What is Dark Tourism? And What Are the Pros and Cons?

Visiting sites of inhumanity isn’t for everyone, so make sure you are comfortable with where you are going and why.
How to Spot a Fake Cultural Experience When You Travel
Responsible Travel - People

How to Spot a Fake Cultural Experience When You Travel

How do you know when you're experiencing the real thing? Learn how to spot a manufactured cultural experience.
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