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Höfn, meaning 'harbour' in Icelandic, is an idyllic fishing village in southeastern Iceland, with stunning views of Vatnajökull—the largest ice cap in the country. Though just over two thousand people live there, many more visit throughout the year while travelling the famous Ring Road.

When school teacher Rossano Ercolini and zero-waste expert Dr. Paul Connett rallied residents to prevent the construction of an incinerator in this Tuscan town, they knew the only alternative was waste reduction. Ercolini launched a pilot door-to-door collection program and, in 2007, convinced Capannori to become the first in Europe to declare a zero-waste strategy. The town pledged to divert one hundred percent from landfills by 2020 and inspired others to do the same. Today, more than 275 municipalities in Italy—over six million inhabitants—are working toward zero-waste.

Tourists fill St. Mark's Square in Venice. One of the easiest ways to help protect popular sites and alleviate the pressure of overtourism is to abandon the beaten path and opt for alternative destinations.

HOTEL LUNGARNO, FLORENCE Ever popular Florence attracts scores of visitors. This newly reopened property on the Arno River lives up to every Florentine dream—and provides a quiet respite within the bustling city. If you’re traveling with kids, book one of the new family rooms, and enjoy an alfresco breakfast overlooking the river before heading out to see Michelangelo’s “David” and search for the city’s best gelato. Owned by the Ferragamo fashion family, the hotel itself houses an incredible art collection. The more than 400 pieces include works by Pablo Picasso, Jean Cocteau, and Mario Sironi.