Are you going on vacation ? Are you a zero waste enthusiast or are you about to become one? Of course, you want to continue your approach at your place of relaxation . Between the toiletry bag and the shopping , it's sometimes easy to get lost. Discover everything you need to know to travel zero waste .
Prepare a zero-waste toiletry bag
No need to take the entire bathroom with you. Put only the bare essentials in your toiletry bag :
- A solid shampoo bar : convenient, it'll follow you everywhere you travel. Its solid format makes it easy to carry. Whether you're on foot with your backpack or on a plane, there's no risk of it spilling.
- A solid soap : nothing is more economical than your solid soap. Forget shower gels that empty quickly. For those who enjoy camping and washing outdoors, this is the natural cleanser to use. You won't pollute rivers or streams. Use a pouch to store it neatly.
- A toothbrush : take care of your teeth, even on vacation. Choose a rechargeable or bamboo toothbrush, the alternative to plastic ones. Pleasant, compostable, and therefore natural, it's your perfect asset to pack in its case .
- A solid deodorant : stick, balm, or roll-on, choose the one that will go with you everywhere. Forget conventional spray for air travel. Choose the solid version to slip into your carry-on luggage.
- A washable cotton swab : no more waste thanks to the zero-waste alternative. Replace your polluting conventional cotton swab with its eco-friendly counterpart. Economical and practical, it will become the new beauty accessory in your minimalist toiletry bag.
👉 Hotels offer samples. They're convenient, but not natural.
Bring something to cook or have a zero-waste picnic
When traveling, take some reusable kitchen utensils:
- A reusable cutlery set : Stop throwing away your plastic cutlery. It blooms in trash cans every summer. Instead, help protect our environment.
- Stainless steel straws: we love them for their infinitely reusable nature. A practical feature that allows you to take them anywhere. Stop using those plastic straws that flood the beaches.
- Solid dish soap : Protect your hands even on vacation when cleaning your pots and pans. A cube of soap is ideal and replaces the usual foaming liquid. It's just as economical as its liquid version, which contains harmful chemicals.
- Water or applesauce bottles: These are essential for your child during your excursions. Lightweight and unbreakable, they'll follow you everywhere. Made of stainless steel, this will be a great way to introduce your toddler to the zero-waste approach .
📌 Zero waste enthusiasts, continue your attitude even at your relaxation spot. At the campsite, for example, don't forget your eco-friendly laundry detergent for your laundry.
Taking care of your electronic devices
Protect your electronics or whatever trendy item you have with our pouches. Made of quilted fabric, they're guaranteed to be safe and secure, and won't break or scratch.
- the cell phone ;
- the book or the e-reader ;
- the computer ;
- the tablet .
Make a simple homemade clutch. Tutorials are everywhere. Use a few scraps of fabric and give it a try. Bring out your femininity with a pretty pouch that matches your handbag while traveling or between planes.
Sewing not your thing? Don't panic, make your own no-sew clutch. All you need is a piece of felt, two buttons, and an envelope that will be your pattern. Here's how to get started:
- Properly undo the envelope which will serve as your pattern.
- Spread it out on the felt and cut all around to get your pencil case template.
- Reshape the envelope and fold the flaps of your felt.
- Sew on the buttons, making sure the closures hold the bottom and side flap.
- Make small slits so you can slide the button onto the top flap.
And there you have it! You will make a splash if, above all, you dress eco-responsibly .
👉 Also, don't forget a sewing kit to fix some small jobs.
Favor local businesses
If you avoid large industrial stores at home, do the same on vacation. As a zero-waste enthusiast, you should be equipped with the minimum necessary to complete your shopping:
- Bulk bags : the essential tool for your retail shopping. Peanuts for appetizers, pasta, rice—everything goes.
- Reusable baguette bags : your best friend for everyday trips to the bakery. You'll make a splash at your vacation spot with a new accessory.
- The reusable bread bag : larger than the baguette bag, it will also be suitable for anything else.
- Your pretty wicker basket that you only take out in the summer: it will quickly fill up with your market-bought provisions made with good local produce. Don't go back to the plastic bag that all the vacationers around you will have at arm's length.
- An egg box to avoid bringing back unnecessary waste.
- Bags and pouches to store everything you can find.
- Freezer bags are essential for mobile homes. Ban all disposable containers, even on vacation. It'll be one less chore to do at the campsite that we can happily skip: taking out the trash!
- Bowl covers to protect your food. Less paper in the trash. No aluminum foil or plastic wrap on your shopping list.
Now you're ready to travel with zero waste. With your zero-waste gear, you'll be able to travel to your destination with peace of mind. Limit waste at home, just as you do anywhere else in France and around the world. Continue your eco-responsible approach. Take care of your body, your wallet, and the planet.
Where possible, limit transportation that causes significant pollution. For example, for a trip to France, you can prioritize the train over the plane. Have a great vacation and a good trip!
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