Lets drive in a friendlier way

"In the first six months of 2007, over 23,000 environmentally friendly cars were sold in the European country, translating into a rise of 25% over the same period last year. The growth indicates that low-emission automobiles made up for around 15% of all new registered cars."

eco cars from raven scarborough on Vimeo.

For those who do not have an eco-friendly car there are other ways that can help the economy. Reducing the amount of driving can really help make the world a more "green" environment. So if you can't or don't have access to a hybrid try and use a train because it will really help.

Bombardier-The Climate is Right for Trains from BombardierVideo on Vimeo.

green luggage on a green vacation!

When you are going on and eco-friendly trip you need to have eco-friendly luggage to top it all off. At Sherpani Eco-Friendly Luggage they have found a way to start something different for women. With their introduction of the new eco-friendly luggage collection they managed to make their new baggage out of 67% recycled materials. The Sherpani company's newest series of luggage has focused on another quality of their bags which is equally as important. They made these bags so that women could go out for an adventurous day in the woods and then go to dinner at a very fancy restaurant. There idea was to make it look good but tough at the same time.

Hip To Be Hemp

"Hemp is the favorite fabric choice for many ultra greens because of it’s the awe-inspiring qualities. Fine fawn hemp is unbleached, keeping it soft. Herringbone hemp is thicker and stronger. The natural durability of hemp makes it an excellent, green choice for constructing bags and suitcases.

Hemp can also be combined with cotton to create a stronger, blended fabric that is even more durable. Hemp/cotton duffle bags, suitcases, wallets, and other travel accessories are widely available online and in natural stores."

A Better Travel Bag from Terri Bennett on Vimeo.

eating in a green way

Water House is a new eco-friendly restaurant located in Shoreditch, East London. This was developed to try and eat a new way and the head of this restaurant wanted to "eat green." 48% of all the profits from this restaurant will go back into the environment and help improve the area. Not to many places other then London can you dine at this level and actually help out the community and climate at the same time as eating but it is time that everyone starts changing to help. The Water House restaurant uses climate water temperatures from the canals to provide its cooling and heating system. They use solar panels to provide hot water and renewable electricity; there are hydro-carbon fridges; water is filtered and bottled on site; a wormery digests raw food; a hot composter manages the garden's waste; an experimental system transforms cooking oil into a compostable substance; and the kitchen runs on hydroelectricity.

green hotels

There are hotels all around the world that are trying to make a huge effort on making their energy and water usage lower. They are installing energy efficient lighting, low flow showers and toilets, participating in recycling programs. This is also contributing to the local communities. The one good thing about these green hotels is that no matter your budget there will be a green option for you to find.

"If you can't find a green hotel in your city, you can always take these steps to green-up your stay, and feel good about where you're going.
• Encourage the hotel you choose to go green! Speak with or write a letter to the management, let them know that green options are important to you.
• Let housekeeping know that you don't need them to replace your sheets and towels every day; this will reduce energy AND water usage.
• Turn off the lights, air conditioner or heater, and the electronics in your room while you're out.
• Turn off the water when you brush your teeth, and take a shorter showers.
• Bring your own toiletries, or if you use what the hotel provides make sure to take what's leftover home with you."

(www.rezhub.com)

Here is a site that has a list of many different green hotels around the would.

Things to see in Europe from Dan Wolotsky on Vimeo.

Things to do or see

Ireland-

Dublin- The optimism will get you tipsy as the pints among the city's old Georgian architecture, literary gosta, and Guinness and mad craic. This is a "hot spot" for younger people. The population here for people under 25 is 41%. Dublin has historic museums, top-class attractions, Georgian architecture, humour and warmth of the people, and the legendary kindness and relaxed feel.

Blarney Stone- The Blarney Stone is five miles north west of the small city of Cork is the village of Blarney. It is standing almost 90 feet in height is the castle of Blarney with its world-famous Blarney Stone. More than 300,000 people come to kiss the Blarney Stone each year, in the hopes of gaining more eloquent speech. This was constructed in 1446. The history of the place goes back two centuries before that time. The story begins with a magical stone, its origins shrouded in mystery. One legend says it was the rock that Moses struck with his staff to produce water for the Israelites during their exodus from Egypt. Another legend relates that it had once been Jacob’s Pillow and that the prophet Jeremiah had brought it to Ireland. According to this telling it became the Lia Fail, or ‘Fatal Stone’ and was used as an oracular throne of the Irish kings.






France-

Paris- Many cities struggle to match the beautiful, and elegant sites of Paris. It's home to shaded boulevard cafes and exceptional museums such as the Louvre, the Musee d' Orsay and the Pompidou center.Paris is the romantic capital that is full of famous sights, including the Eiffel Tower, the Notre Dame Cathedral on Ile de la Cité, the Arc de Triomphe leading to Champs Elysées,

the nightlife- In major cities such as Paris, Lyon or Marseille, there are lively nightclubs that are sometimes free of charge, although drinks are likely to be more expensive. Alternatively, the entrance price sometimes includes a consommation of one drink. Nightclubs are everywhere and in even the remotest corners of France. Their style and music vary widely from one place to another.





Italy-

Napels- Naples, Napoli in Italian, is the third most-populated city in Italy and the biggest city in Southern Italy. Its name comes from the Greek Neapolis meaning new city. Its close proximity to many interesting sites, such as Pompeii and the Bay of Naples, makes it a good base for exploring the area. Naples is a lively and vibrant city, full of wonderful historical and artistic treasures and narrow, winding streets with small shops, making it worth at least a few days visit.




Spain-


Take to the water - swimming, waterskiing and windsurfing facilities can be found at nearly all seaside resorts. Spain's premier windsurfing resort is Tarifa, where the world championships are held. Spain is also great for sailing, with plenty of harbours and sailing clubs.

Green traveling

Since there is so much global warming going on in today's society you wonder why and how people are still traveling to many places. No matter how you travel, other then walking, you are contributing to global affects, but this will not stop people from going places they want to go. The next time you want to travel, think of a way to help make it more Eco-friendly.