Veggies Abroad, a vegan travel company focused on responsible, community-led tourism, announced the release of its first Impact Report, marking a major milestone in the company’s mission to use travel as a force for good.
The 2025 Impact Report offers a transparent look at how Veggies Abroad’s travel experiences impact local communities, animals, and the planet — tracking measurable outcomes while openly acknowledging the challenges of operating responsibly in a complex global industry.
“From the beginning, I knew I didn’t want to build a travel business that asked me to compromise my values,” said Rebecca Gade-Sawicki, Founder of Veggies Abroad. “This report is our way of being honest about where we are, what we’ve accomplished, and how we’re holding ourselves accountable as we grow.”
Key Highlights from the 2025 Impact Report Include:
- Supported 80 travelers across 15 countries, with 13% repeat bookings, reflecting growing trust in ethical travel.
- Over 26 tons of CO₂ offset from the land-based portion of group tours
- More than half of suppliers are Certified B Corps
- 100% cruelty-free group tours, wildlife-friendly guidelines developed in partnership with World Animal Protection
- Support for three core charity partners, including Fund Isaan, APOPO, and the Amazon Conservation Team
- 16 trees planted and two sanctuary visits incorporated into itineraries
In many developing countries, tourism brings visitors but little lasting economic benefit due to “tourism leakage,” where money spent by travelers often flows to foreign-owned airlines, hotels, operators, or imported goods. On average, only $5 of every $100 spent stays in the destination. Veggies Abroad addresses this imbalance by intentionally keeping tourism dollars in destination communities —supporting local livelihoods and strengthening local economies.
Beyond the economic impact, the report highlights Veggies Abroad’s broader commitment to community-led travel. In 2025, the company supported three charitable partners connected to the places its travelers visited:
- Fund Isaan, which improves access to education for children in Thailand’s Isaan region;
- Amazon Conservation Team, which partners with Indigenous communities to protect tropical forests and cultural heritage;
- APOPO, known for training HeroRATs to detect landmines, tuberculosis, and wildlife trafficking.
The report also outlines future commitments as part of its long-term strategy, including increased transparency around supplier selection, expanded travel planning services, and increased charitable giving. In 2026, every booking will directly support The Farm Sanctuary, and Veggies Abroad is committing 5% of its profits to charity as part of its long-term impact strategy.
“Creating this report wasn’t easy,” Gade-Sawicki said. “As a small business, it can be daunting to measure impact in an industry dominated by large players. However, doing nothing isn’t an option. We believe accountability should start from day one.”
The full 2025 Impact Report is now available here.
