Whatever type of break you're planning, greener travel choices can be more exciting, less stressful and lead to destinations you didn't know existed.
Activity weekends: for action and excitement, forget flying - there are more convenient and accessible options close to home. If you love mountain biking, sailing, or rock-climbing, cut your journey time and enjoy some of Britain's beautiful countryside.
City breaks: with high-speed rail networks spreading across Europe, the delights of cities like Prague, Paris and Amsterdam are easily accessible by train. For old-style romance and excitement, grab a sleeper service.
Beach holidays: for those two weeks in the sun, choosing Spain over Thailand will cut the impact of your flights by 80 per cent, and mean you won't suffer from jetlag. For an even greener option, take the train: get the Eurostar to Paris and change to a sleeper service that will get you to the Mediterranean coast.
Visiting family and friends: if your loved ones live overseas, try and see them all in one longer stay instead of several rushed visits. It cuts down on your flights and also means you spend less time travelling and more time with the people that matter.

Holiday inspiration: where to look
For tips and timetables of trains across the whole world, ask The Man in Seat 61
Use the WWF travel helper tool to check out CO2 emissions by journey for planes, trains and cars.
Find hand-picked eco-friendly holidays at Responsible Travel website
From sailing in the Med to riding the Trans-Siberian Railway, visit noflights.com for plane-free holiday ideas
Brush up your green travel knowledge and find great holiday ideas at GreenTraveller
For UK holiday ideas, go to VisitBritain.