My "Green" Credentials
Exciting News!
Exciting News for Highland Journeys!
I am absolutely thrilled to share the ongoing story of my sustainability journey with Highland Journeys. I have always been a deeply "green" person at heart, and as a tour guide who spends every day exploring the pristine beauty of the Scottish Highlands, protecting this landscape is incredibly important to me. Now, I am so proud to officially promote Highland Journeys as a sustainable, responsible tourism business.
Education and the Green Tourism Scheme My journey really accelerated when I undertook and passed a Postgraduate Short Course on Sustainable Tourism at Napier University in Edinburgh, where I was delighted to graduate with Distinction.
Shortly after, I was selected to work alongside Visit Aberdeenshire and the Green Tourism Award Scheme. When I began this process, my goal was to achieve my Bronze Award. However, through hard work, a commitment to eco-friendly practices, and a deep love for our environment, I am incredibly proud to say that Highland Journeys is now a Green Tourism Gold Award winner!
What Does This Mean For Your Tour? Achieving this Gold Award isn't just a badge on the website; it directly impacts the quality and ethos of the private tours I offer. When you book a bespoke Scottish vacation or day trip with me, you can rest assured that:
We Support Local: We prioritize stopping at independent, ethically run local cafes and restaurants to support the Highland economy.
We Protect the Landscape: We follow strict "leave no trace" principles, ensuring our beautiful glens, coastlines, and wildlife habitats remain undisturbed for future generations.
We Reduce Our Footprint: From optimizing our driving routes to actively reducing waste, every tour is designed to be as eco-conscious as possible.
I am fully committed to a green future for my business, and I absolutely cannot wait to share my knowledge, passion, and this beautiful country with you.
If you would like to learn more about our environmental commitments, you can read our full Sustainability Policy here. Or, if you are ready to book an eco-friendly Highland adventure, Get in touch today!
