Why We Support Take 3 for the Sea

At Swae, travel is more than just moving from one place to another – it’s about experiencing the world in a way that’s thoughtful, sustainable, and connected. The way we pack, move, and consume shapes the world we leave behind, and our goal is to make every journey an act of sustainable travel that helps protect the places we all love to explore.

That’s why we’ve chosen to support Take 3 for the Sea by donating 1% of every sale to their mission of reducing plastic pollution and protecting our oceans.

Why the Ocean Matters to Us

Swae products are designed for people who love to move – to hop on planes, explore cities, experience new things, and discover new corners of the world. 

But every adventure is connected to the same blue planet we all share.

The ocean covers more than 70% of Earth’s surface. It regulates our climate and provides food and livelihoods for millions. Yet every minute, a garbage truck full of plastic enters the sea, and it's predicted that plastic may outweigh fish by weight by the year 2050 (Ellen MacArthur Foundation: Plastics and the circular economy – deep dive).

As a travel brand, we promote an industry that's inherently connected with moving around the world. We feel a responsibility to help protect the natural world and so for us, creating backpacks isn’t only about function. It’s about ensuring that travel doesn’t cost the ecosystems we depend on. 

Why Support Take 3 for the Sea

Take 3 for the Sea’s purpose is to build a movement of people connected and committed to the health of our oceans and planet. Their mantra captures it perfectly:

• Take 3 pieces of rubbish when you leave the beach, waterway… or anywhere.
• Take 3 actions to reduce your plastic footprint.
• Take 3 people on the journey with you.

This call to action resonated with us immediately. Just as we encourage travellers to carry less and move more freely, Take 3 for the Sea proves that everyday choices add up to real change. Their philosophy aligns with our vision of sustainable travel and thoughtful movement, as well as our belief that everyone can make a different by taking small yet smart steps.

What This Means at Swae

From the beginning, sustainability has been central to Swae. Our Flow 40L Travel Backpack and accessories are made from recycled materials sourced from ocean-bound plastic. Supporting Take 3 for the Sea extends this commitment beyond products and strengthens our role in promoting sustainable travel.

Every purchase now contributes directly to Take 3 for the Sea’s mission. This means that when you choose Swae, you’re helping keep plastic out of the ocean while also making travel more sustainable.

Just as Take 3 for the Sea encourages people to start with three small actions, we see Swae as part of that same ripple effect. We believe that change doesn’t always have to come from grand gestures. Often, it’s the consistent, small decisions – how we pack, what we carry, and the values we choose to support – that create the biggest difference over time.

Join Us in Redefining Sustainable Travel

Supporting Take 3 for the Sea is just the beginning. As we grow, our goal is to increase contributions and explore more ways to make travel lighter on the planet.

For us, it’s not just about donating 1% of sales. It’s about using our platform to inspire more people to think differently about how they travel. That means encouraging travellers to embrace carry-on journeys, to pack smarter, and to choose gear designed to last. We want to empower people to see that less can truly be more – less weight, less waste, and less impact on the world.

We also know that sustainable travel isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress. Every time a traveller chooses a recycled backpack, carries less plastic, or supports a cause like Take 3 for the Sea, they’re proving that small actions add up. By choosing Swae, you become part of a community of travellers who care not only about where they’re going, but also about the planet that makes those journeys possible.

If you’d like to learn more about the incredible work Take 3 for the Sea is doing, visit their website here.

Together, we can protect the oceans that connect us all – one journey (and one backpack) at a time.