Press release: Women's Day
Green girls go global - female travellers choose ethical holiday options Over one third of those women (37%) booked to travel alone, highlighting a growing confidence and independence in either venturing solo or joining a small group of similarly minded travellers. A further 45% had booked their holiday for two, perhaps reflecting the fact that women are dominating in relationships when it comes to green holiday choices. One such 'GGG', Jane Burton, a physiotherapist from London, travelled solo to join a cycling trip in Cuba in November 2007, via www.responsibletravel.com. "I wanted to go away on my own but I didn't want to lie on a beach for a week and stay at an all-inclusive resort. I wanted to know that my holiday would benefit local people as much as possible and that in the process, I would learn about the real Cuba. "The cycling trip I took was terrific. We stayed two nights in casa particulares (homestays with local people) which offered a unique insight into Cuban lives. Also one of our guides was Cuban - he had some incredible stories to tell - and cycling everywhere meant we could visit places that were well off the beaten track. I never thought that going on holiday on your own could be so much fun. I met a brilliant bunch of people from all different walks of life and everyday was an adventure. I have such fond memories of my holiday." Justin Francis, co-founder of responsibletravel.com, explains the trend: "It's long been recognised that women wear the trousers when it comes to holiday decisions but this shows a real concern to choose ethical travel over mass tourism. All consumers should be encouraged to ask plenty of questions of their holiday provider when booking a holiday." See Jane's holiday here. See responsibletravel.com's women only holidays here. Please contact Krissy Pentland (see below) to request an interview with Jane Burton. - Ends -
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