TRANSPORTATION &TRAVEL WEB RESOURCES

 

Websites

 

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

www.mta.net

All you need to know about getting around in L.A.!  Timetables, maps, carpooling information, plus a very helpful tool that lets you plan your trip from start to finish – it will tell you exactly how to get where you want to go!

 

Santa Monica’s Big Blue Bus

http://bigbluebus.com

Also a great resource for transportation, serving mostly the Santa Monica area.

 

Southern California Rideshare

www.socalcommute.org

Great resource for alternative (no cars!) travel in Southern California.

 

Project Ecotourism

www.ecoprojects.org/ecotour.htm

Promotes ecotourism through education, outreach, and donations of supplies to organizations active in local conservation in developing countries.

 

United Nations Environmental Programme

www.uneptie.org

Provides an integrated, international response to environmental issues.

 

www.greenhotels.com/index.htm

A certified organization of environmentally responsible hotels.  Includes a national and international database of registered hotels.

 

Business Enterprise for Sustainable Travel

www.sustainabletravel.org

A leading source of knowledge on innovative travel industry practices that advance community, business, and travelers interests.

 

Conservation International

www.conservation.org

Applies innovations in science, economics, policy and community participation to protect the Earth’s richest regions of plant and animal diversity in the hotspots, major tropical wilderness areas and key marine ecosystems.

 

www.ccities.doe.gov

Program supports public-private partnerships that deploy alternative fuel vehicles and build supporting alternative fuel infrastructure. 

 

Union of Concerned Scientists

www.ucsusa.org/transportation/buy.green.cars.html

They have prepared a guide to help you buy a greener vehicle.  In purchasing a green vehicle, you have a variety of choices.  This site helps you understand what they are and what the benefits and drawbacks of particular models are.

 

www.hvsecoservices.com/ECOTEL.htm

Environmental certification for hotels, service providers, etc.

 

GlobalTribe

www.pbs.org/kcet/globaltribe\

GlobalTribe is a PBS series that combines the spirit of travel with a meaningful exploration of the global issues that affect us all.  On our journeys to remote corners of the world, we seek to understand in human terms the universal struggles of our planet.

 

Green Globe 21

www.greenglobe21.com

An organization which specializes in developing environmental management and awareness for the Travel and Tourism industry and provides practical means through which companies can improve their environmental prerformance.

 

The Veggie Van

www.veggievan.org

The Veggie Van runs on biodiesel and has traveled all around the U.S.

 

The International Ecotourism Society

www.ecotourism.org

An international membership organization dedicated to disseminating information about ecotourism.  Their comprehensive website provides research, travel and business information for eco-professionals.

 

www.isabelmori.homestead.com/tests.html

Personal website of Isabel Mori, a language enthusiast who speaks, reads and writes seven European languages. This site tests your knowledge on international hand gestures and appropriate ways to address people.

 

www.scaruffi.com/travel/manners.html

Brief overview of travel etiquette tips for Japan, South America, Europe, Buddhist countries, India, Arab countries, Slavic countries, Africa, and the USA.

 

Organizations

 

Better World Club

www.betterworldclub.com

Better World Club provides nationwide roadside assistance. We are the nation's only environmentally friendly auto club. Membership includes eco-travel services, discounts on hybrid cars, insurance services, free maps, auto maintenance discounts and bicycle roadside assistance. We donate 1% of annual revenues toward environmental cleanup and advocacy.

 

Alliance to Save Energy

www.ase.org

Working to achieve a healthier economy.  Educational programs are available to residential, federal, consumer, schools and much more.  Offers great tips on saving energy and money!

 

Car Sharing

www.carsharing.net

This site gives you statistics of the rewards of Car Sharing.  Includes a local and international listing of Car Sharing organizations.  This is a great way to save money on transportation.

 

Fuel Economy Guide

www.fueleconomy.gov

Provides information on how to be more economically efficient with our vehicles and gasoline use.  Includes answers to questions related to similar issues.

 

L.A. Bike Coalition

www.labikecoalition.org

Working to make L.A. area a safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable for transporting by bicycle.