Extremadura cycling vacation, Spain

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CARBON REDUCTION
As cycling is low impact, this vacation is naturally low carbon. Clients are encouraged to take the train instead of flying. Food is mostly locally sourced and vegetarian food is available at most locations. Traveling via the cycle paths instead of driving on the main roads is one of the ways this vacation reduces its carbon emissions. Exploring Extremadura by pedal power helps reduce both noise and air pollution in a tranquil and rural region.

We encourage all our staff to cycle when they can and are part of the Cycle to Work scheme. We also like to take part in charity bike rides together each year.

ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE
Whilst cycling in Extremadura, we provide all cyclists with a refillable water bottle and share some top tips on how to support the local environment. Our clients are told how best to respect the local region, including tips on how to reduce waste, especially in hotels. By sticking to well marked cycle paths, our cyclists avoid any unnecessary damage to the local Spanish environments. By respecting the places we love to visit, we ensure they're left for future generations to enjoy and respect. On this tour, you'll visit the Monfrague National Park, where there are many rare birds. By respecting the local area, you can help ensure this park is still a refuge for these endangered species.

At our head office in the UK we recycle paper, card, plastic and metal cans and we always try to avoid using physical travel documents. The office runs on renewable energy, much like many of our chosen hotels. Our paper marketing communications also utilise recycled materials, to help reduce our impact on the earth.

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EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY
Our previous, older bikes are donated each year, so that they can be reused and not wasted. We also work very closely with World Bicycle Relief, who provide life-changing Buffalo Bikes to those in developing countries. These bikes provide freedom of movement to many in remote areas.

LOCAL ECONOMY
Extremadura is well known for its artisan products, and by shopping locally, you help benefit the local economy, as well as promoting the authentic culture. By helping the local economy, our tours can help be a force for good in the region.

Our cycle experts and destination managers will also advise our clients to respect local cultures and traditions when visiting the area and its historic or religious sites, including appropriate dress. They will also discuss other ways you can consider your impact on the community such as asking for permission before taking someone’s photograph and learning a few words in the local language – often hello, goodbye and thanks is a good place to start.