Santiago De Compostela Galicia, Spain Travel Guide
Galicia features natural parks like Fragas do Eume and Corrubedo Dunes, and marine reserves. Responsible tourism supports their preservation.
Spain has well-established system for recyclings. Use color-coded bins for plastics/cans (yellow), glass (green), and paper/cardboard (blue).
Though rainy, practice water conservation. Take shorter showers, turn off taps, and be mindful of consumption in your accommodation.
Support sustainable travel practices.
Look for hotels with environmental certifications or those visibly promoting sustainable practices.
Choose operators that emphasize low-impact tourism and respect for nature.
Minimize single-use-use plastics and packaging.
Your travel choices can aid in conservation.
Purchase from local artisans and markets. This backs fair pay and sustainable production methods.
Look for certified fair trade products. Your purchases back ethical supply chains.
Your actions make a difference in conserving Galicia's natural beauty. Travel mindfully.
Interacting respectfully with local culture.
Support local artisans and businesses. Those entities actively preserve traditional Galician crafts, language, and cultural practices.
Your interactions elevate cultural exchange.
Mindful photography respects individual privacy.
Photograph public spaces freely. Be mindful of privacy, particularly in neighborhoods or during religious ceremonies.
Always get consent before taking pictures of people, specifically children. Avoid photographing individuals without their consent.
At places of worship, avoid flash photography or photography during services.
Dress modestly when visiting churches and the Cathedral, covering shoulders and knees. Be hushed and respectful inside, particularly during religious services. Don't disturb prayers or ceremonies, and adhere to any posted rules regarding photography or movement.
Your choices as a traveler directly influence the local economy.
