Johor Bahru Johor, Malaysia Travel Guide
When visiting these areas, support their conservation. Stick to designated boardwalks, do not disturb wildlife, and refrain from littering. Your actions directly impact the preservation of these natural treasures.
Waste management and recycling practices developing. Reduce personal waste, minimize single-use plastics. Carry a reusable water bottle. Water conservation by taking shorter showers.
For long-haul flights, consider carbon offset options for your transportation. Reputable carbon offset programs allow support for projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Support environmentally conscious tourism.
When visiting protected areas, support their conservation. Stick to designated boardwalks, do not disturb wildlife, refrain from littering. Your actions directly impact preservation.
Reduce personal waste by minimizing single-use plastics. Carry a reusable water bottle and refill often. Recycling bins available in some places, not widespread. Conscious water use.
Look for hotels and tour operators demonstrating eco-friendly practices or environmental certifications. Properties that use energy-efficient systems, minimize water consumption, implement waste reduction programs.
Support businesses offering sustainable goods. Choose products created with recycled materials or ethically sourced. Patronize brands committed to environmental protection.
Carry a reusable water bottle. This reduces plastic waste and supports environmental work in Johor Bahru city. Refill often.
Get reusable itemsConsider offsetting your flight's carbon footprint. Many online tools are available.
Offset your travelCarry a reusable water bottle. This helps reduce plastic waste and supports environmental efforts in Johor Bahru city. Opt for eco-friendly accommodation, like those found on Ecobnb.
Engage respectfully and support local communities.
Support cultural preservation efforts. Maintain heritage buildings in the old town area (Jalan Tan Hiok Nee). Patronize businesses contributing to upkeep of heritage sites.
Be polite and patient. Dress modestly at religious sites. Women cover heads in mosques. Remove shoes before entering mosques and some temples.
Prioritize buying directly from local artisans and small businesses. Money benefits creators and families directly. Look for local craft shops in heritage areas or evening markets.
Directly purchase from local artisans for fair trade. Support their livelihoods.
Eat at hawker stalls, patronize independent shops. Direct spending sustains local livelihoods.
Consider ethical tour operators. G Adventures offers responsible options.
Patronize local establishments by eating at hawker stalls and shopping at independent stores. This directly benefits the community. For carbon offsetting, check Terrapass. Conservation through The Rainforest Site.
