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New adventure travel site launches to help “Book the Adventure of a Lifetime”

A new online booking site, AvidTrips.com, has just launched a public BETA in an effort to establish a “next generation online adventure travel marketplace.”

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Travel inspiration 2.0

Responsible globetrotter blog TheTravelWord.com (re)launches to inspire independent and socially-minded travelers on a global scale.

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KAYAK for iPad lets you search by map

The increasingly popular travel search engine has release a new version of its iPad app, complete with a new map-based search tool to give travelers a new way to find cool trip ideas.

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Travelers would rather go green when booking a hotel

Online travel reviews are showing higher-than-expected ratings for eco-friendly hotels as compared to mainstream properties.

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Find a green hotel in Asia-Pacific with Travelocity

The super-popular “roaming gnome” has now found its way to the Far East, while staying environmentally-conscious along the way. Is green travel going mainstream?

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Living a ‘Low Density Lifestyle’ – according to Ed Begley, Jr.

Actor, celebrity environmentalist and leading sustainable living expert Ed Begley, Jr. speaks out on green, healthy living, the environment and politics.

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Curious for adventure? Grab your gear and get going

A new online tool from outdoor retailer Eastern Mountain Sports is now making it easy for travelers to find their next great adventure, complete with full trip profiles, rich media, gear recommendations, and direct links to outfitters to book trips.

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Think outside the box to fund cultural tourism

Travel site ontheglobe.com has recently launched a corporate outreach program in an effort to support and promote cultural travel throughout the globe, with special attention to developing and post-conflict nations.

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Google to world: carbon cutting makes good business sense

Google – arguably the biggest business success story in internet history – has recently spoken out in support of setting a price tag on carbon in an effort to combat global warming. And who wants to argue with Google?

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Geotourism goes digital: National Geographic app brings Yosemite to the desktop

A new, online National Geographic Yosemite map application lets travelers plan their trip from the desktop, while offering a comprehensive insider’s look at the entire Sierra Nevada region.

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Stepping off the beaten path with TripAdvisor and GoNOMAD

A new partnership between travel review leader TripAdvisor.com and alternative travel guide GoNOMAD.com provides travelers with a unique take on their next trip, offering relevant and updated hotel reviews to “alternative” travelers.

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TripAdvisor gets mobile with its travel advice

An all-new TripAdvisor mobile site givers travelers access to a ton of travel advice while on the go – no computer necessary.

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Expedia to include green stats in hotel details

Leading online travel site Expedia.com has launched a new initiative to display properties’ “eco-friendliness” in hotel search results – giving mainstream online buyers more opportunity to travel green.

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Forget cars: Google Maps give urban cyclists and pedestrians a leg up

Google’s done it again, releasing a new feature that delivers turn-by-turn biking directions in 150 American cities this week, as it has previously for driving, public transportation and walking routes- equipping travelers to reduce emissions each day by hitting the streets by bike or foot.

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Building a Green Economy with a new online community

A new “Low Carbon World” website hopes to accelerate the transition to a greener, brighter economy by facilitating traditional “brown” business models toward new green growth strategies.

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How to save on travel this Spring Break

A new forecast by the popular Bing Travel search engine shows that while airfare has increased by 9% since last year, hotel rates are dropping. Here are a few helpful tips on how to save some green this travel season.

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How to find the perfect family vacation

NileGuide and Ciao Bambino have paired up to deliver ready-made and inspiring family-friendly travel guides to top destinations around the world.

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Find your hotel match with the new Gekko.com

Get hotel recommendations based on travel preference, style and taste while sharing your findings with friends.

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How to avoid crowded airports this holiday season

Regardless of your departure site and/or destination, here are some friendly and useful tips that just may make your holiday travel a little bit easier.

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Camping gaining popularity amongst travelers in the UK

A down economy, fun outdoor festivals and a yearning for nostalgic travel experiences is making some travelers across the pond take to the open air for their next sustainable travel adventure.

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