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Travel Planning
If you want advice about where to go, what to see, how to get there, how long it will take, where to stay and what to do when you get there - we can help you. Our services range from the provision of general travel advice through to the preparation of detailed daily itineraries tailored to meet your travel needs and budget. Contact us for more information : ngrudgfield@mtatravel.com.au
Responsible Travel
Basically we ask all our travellers to respect local rules and values. This means different things in different countries so be as informed as possible about the country you visit before you arrive - try to learn some of the local language and read about the religion and culture. This will improve your travelling experience. With a little effort on your part you will find yourself coming away with a greater sense of understanding of other cultures and feeling pleased to have left a positive mark on the country you visited. Please read our travel guidelines and feel free to ask any questions you may have either before or during your tour. MORE INFO >>>
Green Travel
Pollution and waste management is a huge problem throughout the world. In some countries, particularly in Asia, disposal systems are inadequate and recycling of plastics is limited. Try and avoid plastic packaging where possible. Plastic bags will be offered for everything but don't be shy in suggesting that it isn't needed. Bottled water is for sale cheaply and readily throught Asia, but unfortunately there are few facilities for recycling of the bottles. Please try and minimise the waste of plastic water bottles. There is little education on environmental awareness in some countries, so many locals are unaware of the implications of polluting the environment. We are actively working with some of the organisations we support to minimise pollution - talk to your tour leader about these projects and how you might help.
Carbon Offsets
When you fly CO2 green house gases are released, these emissions add to climate change. You can now neutralise or balance these emissions by offsetting your flights CO2 with Climate Care who will fund sustainable energy projects on your behalf. http://www.climatecare.org/
Health & General Advice
Australian Government Travel Advisory Warnings: Australian Smart Traveller
Australian Goverment health and safety tips for travellers: Australian Government Travel Tips
Other Handy Tools
If you want advice about where to go, what to see, how to get there, how long it will take, where to stay and what to do when you get there - we can help you. Our services range from the provision of general travel advice through to the preparation of detailed daily itineraries tailored to meet your travel needs and budget. Contact us for more information : ngrudgfield@mtatravel.com.au
Responsible Travel
Basically we ask all our travellers to respect local rules and values. This means different things in different countries so be as informed as possible about the country you visit before you arrive - try to learn some of the local language and read about the religion and culture. This will improve your travelling experience. With a little effort on your part you will find yourself coming away with a greater sense of understanding of other cultures and feeling pleased to have left a positive mark on the country you visited. Please read our travel guidelines and feel free to ask any questions you may have either before or during your tour. MORE INFO >>>
Green Travel
Pollution and waste management is a huge problem throughout the world. In some countries, particularly in Asia, disposal systems are inadequate and recycling of plastics is limited. Try and avoid plastic packaging where possible. Plastic bags will be offered for everything but don't be shy in suggesting that it isn't needed. Bottled water is for sale cheaply and readily throught Asia, but unfortunately there are few facilities for recycling of the bottles. Please try and minimise the waste of plastic water bottles. There is little education on environmental awareness in some countries, so many locals are unaware of the implications of polluting the environment. We are actively working with some of the organisations we support to minimise pollution - talk to your tour leader about these projects and how you might help.
Carbon Offsets
When you fly CO2 green house gases are released, these emissions add to climate change. You can now neutralise or balance these emissions by offsetting your flights CO2 with Climate Care who will fund sustainable energy projects on your behalf. http://www.climatecare.org/
Health & General Advice
Australian Government Travel Advisory Warnings: Australian Smart Traveller
Australian Goverment health and safety tips for travellers: Australian Government Travel Tips
Other Handy Tools