If you aren’t familiar with Lonely Planet, you might be alone. Lonely Planet Publications are one of the largest travel guidebook publishers in the world. At first aimed at backpackers and low-cost travelers, they’ve continued to expand, and have published over 500 titles.
One of their newest titles is the release of Code Green: Experiences of a Lifetime. Like their other books and guides, Code Green contains a vivid look at other cultures, through tips, stories, and photographs. Code Green’s niche is in the 82 detailed journeys that have left a positive impact on the environment.
Code Green looks at eco-friendly travel, profiling destinations from all around the globe. Author Kerry Lorimer describes the examples in Code Green as a range from: “…basic budget backpacking through to the most sumptuous luxury. But every example adheres to the principles of responsible tourism: they are sensitive to environment and culture and ensure that a proportion of their revenue is directed into the host community.”
If you’ve read Lonely Planet’s other books, you’ll notice the same set-up that makes them so popular. Inspiring, and almost more like coffee-table books, they always include full-colour images and descriptive text that captures the viewer’s attention – regardless if you ever plan on visit there (but you’ll want to after reading it).
Code Green uses locations that can benefit from increased business, without becoming a so-called “tourist” destination. They focus on responsible travel, a combination of minimal impact of the environment, contributing to conservation, and has financial benefits to the host community. With it’s practical ideas and recommendations (complete with reference websites), it immerses the reader in culture while planning a stay where they will make a positive impact.
Lonely Planet’s Code Green: Experiences of a Lifetime is printed on 100% recycled paper with non-GMO soy-based inks – perhaps even more incentive to an eco-friendly purchase. $19.99US, lonelyplanet.com
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