TIPS FOR
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
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our next beach vacation that will make a big impact.
While Clearwater is already
the No. 1 beach in America,
locals aim to bring the title
No. 1 ocean-friendly beach
in America to the area. With
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hotels, attractions and
visitors, Clearwater can do
its part to make the beaches
cleaner and more safe for
both humans and wildlife.
In 2005, a community came
together to help a dolphin
overcome an injury after
becoming trapped in a crab
trap line. Winter the dolphin,
the movie star from Dolphin
Tale, was brought to the
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
where she was rehabilitated
for her injuries. She was
given a prosthetic tail and
learned to swim again with
the help of the aquarium.
Plan your travel during
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According to Lonely Planet, “overtourism
is straining infrastructure and pricing
locals out of communities. Beaches in
Thailand and the Philippines have been
destroyed, and natural wonders in the US,
Iceland and Japan are being degraded,
prompting restrictions.” To help prevent
overcrowding of Clearwater’s pristine
beaches, consider booking your travel
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times. Not only will your travel plans cost
you less, but you will be helping out the
environment and the business owners
who appreciate this business during
traditionally slower travel periods.
Dine, shop, and stay with
Ocean Friendly businesses
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When visiting a coastal destination,
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recommendation, “Look for a system of
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if a business is simply greenwashing, or
has met standards set by sustainability
councils.” In Clearwater, you can seek
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as Ocean Friendly by Ocean Allies. Being
ocean-friendly means these restaurants,
hotels, resorts, spas and other businesses
have met all accreditation criteria
that include: no styrofoam, recycling
programs, reusable tableware, non-plastic
bags, and paper straws to name a few.