Even if you've never been to Greece, you've probably heard of Mykonos. Or more than likely, you've seen it pop up on your instagram feed. Picturesque cobbled streets, charming whitewashed buildings, those beautiful old windmills at sunset - these are all things that make the island so beloved. Of course, its popularity among tourists also makes it one of the most expensive islands in Greece. So is Mykonos worth visiting, or should you choose another Greek island for your holiday?

I started travelling on my own when I was 18; not by choice so much as by necessity. I just didn't have any friends who wanted to take a year off and travel Europe with me. Crazy, right? So I decided I would go alone, and I set off for my first ever solo trip. What started as one of the hardest things I have ever done turned into the best thing I ever did. But travelling alone so young was not easy, and if I could go back in time and tell myself some advice, this is what I would say.

It is everyone’s responsibility to consider how our holidays and personal choices may negatively impact the environment. That doesn’t mean we have to stop travelling altogether, but that we should reconsider how we travel. Here are ten ways to reduce your carbon footprint for your next trip.