And if you can manage it, using public transport is the ultimate in responsible travelling. As delays are often inevitable when relying on public transport, Colette recommends sitting down with coffee and cake in the train/ bus station or nearby cafe. Being dependent on public transport has its drawbacks, of course, such as a reliance on lifts to get from destination towns out to the countryside or the sea. But on the plus side, public transport is kinder to the planet. If you have small children or a lot of luggage, using public transport can have added complications.

Source: Irish Examiner March 09, 2024 21:51 UTC