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Around the world, the human population has seen a huge rise in the popularity of the vegan diet. A vegan diet is one that relies exclusively on plant-based foods and omits any products that come from animals. For example, a vegan does not eat eggs, dairy, meat, or fish.

There are several reasons why people choose to be vegan. For some, it is part of a centuries-old cultural and religious tradition. For others, going vegan can be the right dietary choice to help inspire better eating habits. There are also those who become vegan due to moral or ethical objections to the way farm animals are raised for food in certain parts of the world.

While we know how important it is to spend time with loved ones, it’s also crucial that we consider the environmental impact of our activities, to ensure a brighter future for our planet.

Whether soaking up the scenery of Scotland or indulging in a coastal break in Cornwall, there are so many different ways that we can look after our environment whilst exploring the wonderful world around us on an eco-friendly holiday.

Sykes Holiday Cottages are here to offer their 5 top tips on how to be more sustainable on your staycation.

It isn't an overstatement to suggest that we are using too much single-use plastic. Only 3 million tons of plastic were recovered in 2018, while 27 million tons were dumped in landfills, according to the EPA. Additionally, this does not take into consideration the staggering amounts of unprocessed plastic waste that is dumped on land and in our waterways and seas.