Insights from Flight-Free Travellers

https://www.euronews.com/travel/2022/12/01/want-to-cut-down-on-flights-in-2023-we-asked-experts-how-to-do-it

The article delves into sustainable travel practices for 2023, spotlighting flight-free travelers who share their experiences and tips on minimizing air travel's environmental impact. With millions taking to the skies post-COVID, the emissions from air travel raise concerns for the planet. Flight avoidance emerges as a significant step to reduce individual carbon footprints, highlighted by seasoned travelers who've cut or minimized flights without compromising on fulfilling travel experiences. Personal stories, like a journey to the Canary Islands via train and ferry, shifting from frequent flying to occasional long-haul trips, a complete flight cessation, and a commitment to limiting flights to once a year, provide insights and advice. They advocate for reconsidering the necessity of trips, exploring closer destinations reachable by eco-friendly means, and leveraging resources like 'Stay Grounded,' 'No Fly Travel Club,' 'Flight Free UK,' and initiatives promoting low-carbon travel methods. Encouraging reductions in flight frequency, they emphasize that while going entirely flight-free might not suit everyone due to work or familial obligations, any cutback contributes positively to reducing environmental impact.