Sustainable Mission Statement - Apulia Bike Tours
At Apulia Bike Tours (Bike & Hike), we believe that traveling and discovering new destinations should not only be an exciting experience but also a responsible one. Recognizing the imperfections in the tourism industry, including environmental challenges and cultural impacts, motivates us to lead by example in promoting sustainable tourism.
Our commitment extends beyond minimizing negative environmental impacts to actively supporting local economies, preserving cultural heritage, and fostering cultural awareness in the beautiful landscapes of Puglia. By educating and empowering our clients and partners, we aim to cultivate a collective effort towards preserving these treasures for future generations to enjoy.
Through practical steps we strive to integrate sustainability into every aspect of our operations and enhance the authenticity and sustainability of the experiences we offer.
Here's a closer look at our practical measures:
1. Acquisition and Utilization of Resources:
2. Sustainable Supply Chain Management:
3. Customer, Suppliers and Employees Information:
4. Fair business and best practices:
- Minimize paper usage by avoiding prints of maps and paper road books, providing an application for clients to download on their mobile phones; sending documents such as hotel vouchers and luggage insurance digitally; printing using both sides of a sheet.
- Implement a waste reduction program in our office by encouraging recycling and minimizing single-use plastics, by using for example glass or ceramic cups for beverages and steel cutlery for meals.
- Install photovoltaic panels to utilise renewable energy sources.
- Reduce energy consumption by minimizing air conditioning usage and ensuring lights are turned off when not in use.
- Use energy-saving light bulbs and set computers to power-saving mode.
- Purchase housekeeping products, like cleaning supplies, that are environmentally friendly.
2. Sustainable Supply Chain Management:
- Select accommodations with sustainability certifications or those implementing sustainable practices like energy efficiency and waste reduction.
- Promote restaurants and bakeries that use locally sourced, zero-kilometer products.
- Partner with shops that highlight local products or use recycled materials.
- Work closely with local farmhouses and companies offering activities such as oil tasting, wine tasting, and mozzarella making and ensure these collaborations benefit the local economy and respect cultural traditions.
- Choose tour leaders and guides with excellent knowledge of the area and a focus on sustainability. We believe tour guides can help reduce their environmental footprint and raise tourists' awareness by sharing local knowledge, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural resources.
3. Customer, Suppliers and Employees Information:
- Make sure that all staff members have a clear understanding of sustainability by involving them in activities and sending them regular updates.
- Ensure that all employees at Bike & Hike take into account sustainability issues when advising clients and suppliers. Inform them about the steps we've implemented and educate them to adopt more responsible practices.
- Promote sustainable transport for employees and customers. For example, suggest customers take the train to and from hotels or airports. Trains, especially, offer an efficient and environmentally friendly means of traveling between cities.
4. Fair business and best practices:
- Ensure transparent pricing and contracts with our partners and suppliers, promoting fairness and honesty in all business dealings
- Ensure that all employees, including seasonal staff, have access to fair working conditions and opportunities for professional development.
- Keep up with the latest trends and innovations in sustainability.
- Regularly evaluate and update our tour itineraries and equipment review company operations to identify areas for improvement.
- Support environmental conservation by donating to organisations dedicated to preserving Puglia's natural resources, such as olive tree preservation and waste management initiatives.
Join us in exploring Puglia responsibly!
Together, we can make a positive impact and create meaningful memories that respect the environment.
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Apulia Bike Tours
Bike & Hike Srl Via Annibale De Leo, 19 San Vito dei Normanni (BR) 72019 P. Iva: IT 02475020745 Licenza Regionale 06.11.2006 no. 873 Fondo di Garanzia IL SALVAGENTE Pol. n 2022/1-0571 - Garanzia Assicurativa R.C. Unipol Sai Pol. 1/72076/319/189831229 |
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