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Daytrips with 
An Eco-flair
2010-00-28 


This time of year, there are no better sidewalks for holiday sights than New York’s. So, while holiday day-tripping, whether to shop or see a show, adopt a green state of mind.

How to Go:
Avoid gridlock—take public transportation. 
Along with lowering car emissions, you might also nab a
good deal on a ride and a show. The LIRR offers package
rates to museums, Broadway shows and more.
Follow advice at right to find deals.

While You’re Out: Ask for paper shopping bags instead of plastic. Bring along good-as-new shopping bags to reuse and instead of taking separate bags from every store you shop in, consolidate the day’s loot as you go in as few bags as possible. Or carry a trendy cloth
bag from Garden City-based www.dorasbags.com.

Where to Go:
Some venues make you greener just by being there because of their eco-friendly practices. Atlantis Marine World in Riverhead, the Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center at Jones Beach and Danford’s Inn in Port Jefferson all run on clean energy technology. In NYC, you can green your grub at places like Blue Water Grill, Le Monde, O’Neals or dozens of other green-certified eateries go to www.dinegreen.com.

Reduce auto emissions by staying
local and discovering area attractions and upcoming events listed at
 www.discoverlongisland.com

Get combo deals on your day-trip
to New York City online at
 www.greenstreetli.com/LIRR.php

One Simple Thing:

Green your Black Friday
The first 100 neighbors who stop at our GreenStreet LI
kiosk on Black Friday in one of the LI SIMON Malls
will get the perfect green shopping bag, or choice of eco-friendly gifts. 100% Free


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