Travel expert on responsible vacationing – new video uploaded to AP Video Hub

In the video, he explains the importance of taking a vacation after pandemic lockdowns and how travelers can do so responsibly while supporting local communities. All videos in the Campus Insights series are free for download and use by all AP members and can be found at apvideohub.ap.org or by doing a general search on the Associated Press site. AP members may use the video or to pull quotes for print article or for broadcast or podcast.

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As the world moves through the COVID-19 pandemic, Day says that there has never been a more important time to plan a vacation. Taking a break can help rejuvenate mental health, create connections with family and lead to happy memories that last a lifetime.

Day says that Purdue is leading a project called the Travel Care Code, which focuses on informing people on how to travel more responsibly. He recommends that people travel with a concern for the environment, be respectful of the places that they visit and spend money on local experiences that benefit these communities. Day says that some of the most sustainable things that people can do are actually some of the best experiences they can have.