Is it possible to visit Indonesia without the negative consequences often associated with tourism? One quick answer can make a world of a difference—sustainable travel. If travelers take responsibility for how they affect not only the physical environment but also the people and culture, they can leave behind as small a footprint as possible.

By avoiding large hotel chains and all-inclusive resorts, any money tourists put into the economy stays local. As if that’s not enough, it also provides a great opportunity to learn about the culture,languages, Indonesia local living and daily life in Indonesia.