The regular diary of life and times within Bristol based Brilliant Weekends.

Friday, 7 September 2007

Ego - tripping

So these days the latest trends about where to go on holiday depend on how it makes you look - ego tripping. Holidays have always been a status symbol with destinations and resorts coming and going more than ever; this years top destinations are last years most dangerous! Social networking including trip advisor and facebook allow people to document their holidays to audiences wider than just immediate friends; increasing the 'destination' pressure more than ever! It has become easier than ever to travel the world with new destination demands being met.

Eco-trips are at the forefront of everyone’s lips; once only associated with eccentrics. Green is now cool and doesn’t mean second class. In fact as far as ego-tripping goes, green holidays often leave travellers more culture and better stories to tell!

Off-setting carbon emissions can be a daunting and complicated issue as we are trying to become more environmentally aware. There is a huge focus on flying and as the world is becoming more accessible, travellers are often left feeling frustrated. Visit websites like co2balance.uk.com for advice and remember there are plenty of ways to reduce carbon emissions without sacrificing your holiday!

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