POSITIVE TRAVEL
Travel with Purpose
Positively Impacting Destinations and Communities
Being a responsible operator is more than just providing great travel experiences — it’s about positively impacting the territory, especially rural villages. It’s about creating unforgettable memories for our customers while also preserving the beauty of the destinations we visit. It’s about connecting with local communities and supporting their livelihoods, and it’s about promoting responsible travel that respects the environment and cultural heritage. Responsible operators have the power to inspire change and create a better world through the transformative power of tourism.
We strongly believe that when your journey has positive impacts on others, it enriches your experience as well. Our trips are designed to contribute to local communities and protect the environment, creating a closer connection for you with both. Our goal is to maximize the positive effects of tourism while minimizing its harmful consequences for people and the planet. We thoroughly assess all our trips for their commitment to responsible tourism.
Sustainable Practices for Authentic Experiences
Our local partners, such as rural hotels, villas, and restaurants, are locally owned. We believe that small-scale tourism keeps local employment and the income goes straight to them without intermediaries. We believe travel can help communities thrive and biodiversity flourish. We specialize in offering quality, glamorous characteristic accommodation. Therefore, we prioritize efficient and eco-friendly accommodations nestled in nature that reflect Portuguese authenticity. Our restaurants are 100% local, renowned for Portuguese gastronomy, offering typical dishes that use local agri-food products and best represent local cuisine.
Our tours are antidotes to over-tourism; we want you to slow down, discover new places in Portugal, recharge, and reconnect while discovering Portuguese nature and cultural heritage. To ensure that our sustainability initiatives are making an impact, we are part of the action, supporting community development projects, mainly in reforestation and wildlife preservation. This is only possible because we have people like you choosing to travel with us.
CARBON FOOTPRINT
Since 2023, we have been implementing an ambitious carbon mitigation plan. This initiative is fueled by our commitment to create a lasting positive environmental impact. Our goal this year is to achieve an impressive 100% offset of our trip’s carbon footprint.
Our Carbon Footprint Impact Scorecard serves as a transparent and measurable representation of our commitment. We continuously strive to:
- Minimize transportation emissions through the use of eco-friendly vehicles and sustainable travel options.
- Collaborate with accommodations and partners that share our commitment to environmental responsibility.
- Implement waste reduction and recycling initiatives in all aspects of our operations.
- Engage in local conservation projects and initiatives that contribute to offsetting our carbon footprint.
- Embark on a journey with iTravelPortugal, where each adventure not only leaves you with unforgettable memories but also leaves a positive footprint on the landscapes and communities of Portugal.
Carbon Footprint Calculation for Offsetting Kilometers Traveled
1. **Determine the Total Kilometers Traveled:**
2. **Calculate Fuel Consumption:**
3. **Convert Kilometers to Liters of Fuel:**
4. **Calculate CO2 Emissions:**
– Determine the CO2 emissions factor for the fuel type. For petrol (gasoline), it’s approximately 2.31 kg of CO2 per liter. For diesel, it’s about 2.68 kg of CO2 per liter.
5. **Offset the Emissions:**
– Offset in regenerative tourism providers and rewilding associations
By following these steps, we can accurately calculate and offset the carbon footprint of the kilometers traveled, contributing to more sustainable travel practices.
