From BBQs to dazzling firework displays, the Fourth of July is one of the biggest holidays in the United States. However, did you know that the holiday is actually one of the dirtiest days of the year? Single-use plastics are at an all-time high, in addition to all the air pollution from fireworks and picnics. The effects on our planet …
6 Ways to be Eco-Friendly During Festivals
Festival season is approaching and I couldn’t be more excited! Eating, drinking, and dancing our way through the Palm Desert is a dream. Unfortunately, though, festivals tend to not consider sustainability or the size of their carbon footprint while they all attending. Many major festivals have recently announced new sustainability initiatives that help take responsibility for their impact on the …
Pledge the Zero Waste Challenge
This is a guest blog post by Hydaway ambassador Suzanne Hunt. Follow her on Instagram @shixie. I already consider myself a minimal-waste human on this planet, so I decided to take the Climate Generation zero-waste challenge, which is described as: “10 Days. March 11-20th. Keep track of your waste! Anything that cannot be recycled or composted is put in a …
How Teacher Your Kids Sustainability
Living “green” isn’t always easy and can feel even more challenging when you have kids. However, it doesn’t have to be! According to a February 2017 study, kids who play outside regularly are more likely to cherish and protect nature when they become young adults. This is why it is important to teach your children how and why to protect …
How to Live a Zero Waste Lifestyle
If you take a trip to your local grocery store, you’ll see colorful and vibrant packaging wrapped around easy-to-use plastic containers. When you pack a lunch, what do you put into it? Do you have string cheese with a plastic film? Do you pack your leftovers with plastic wrap? If you get takeout, what is the packaging made out of? …
Ways To Improve Your Morning Routine
If you’re not a morning person, getting out of bed can be a struggle. However, how your morning goes usually sets the tone for your whole day. In this blog, we will be sharing tips for improving your morning routine and making your mornings go more smoothly. Get a Good Night’s Sleep One of the reasons why waking up can …
HYDAWAY’s Guide to Ultra Low-Cost Airlines
Competition is fierce among airline carriers, and when you’re a travel pro with places to go and people to see, it’s hard not to notice a stellar deal. Recently, a new kind of player has joined the airspace game, and their style of flying caters to those frequent fliers who know how to travel efficiently and often. Ultra-low-cost airline carriers (known …
Ideas For Cheap Stocking Stuffers
We’re all guilty of it. You know, telling yourself you’re not going to wait until the last minute to finish up your holiday shopping. That is, until you find yourself scrambling for the perfect gifts just days before standard shipping deadlines begin to close. Well, that is why you’re reading this post, isn’t it? Not to worry, we aren’t here …
The Best Collapsible Water Bottle For Travel
The following content is a guest post written by author Jacob Hatch from the Hydration Anywhere blog. Dedicated to providing a comprehensive resource for everything relating to drinking water and hydration, the blog covers diverse topics include environment and conservation, health and fitness, water-related product reviews, and more.