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Tiamo Eco Resort: an exclusive slice of paradise

June 18, 2011 · Filed under eco friendly resorts, enviromental hotels, green hotel options, Green Hotels, green travel, Green Travel Hints · Tagged , , , , ,

Tiamo Eco Resprt is an exclusive slice of paradise in the heart of the Caribbean.  Situated on South Andros Island in the Out Islands of the Bahamas, a visit to Tiamo is unlike most other experiences. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, and with a private beach and only 10 cottages in this resort, taking a vacation here really does enable you get away from it all. Indulge yourself in tropical surroundings: pristine white-sand beaches, lush green palm groves, and the clearest turquoise waters. Sail,  snorkel, or simply relax in private on one of the Caribbean’s best beaches; this  luxury eco-resort is an idyllic place for a truly amazing escape.

 

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3 Great Eco Resorts

June 18, 2011 · Filed under enviromental hotels, geotourism, green hotel options, Green Hotels, Green Resorts, green travel, GreenTravel Definitions · Tagged , , ,

1  Finca Rosa Blanca Country Inn, Costa Rica

Set your sights on  from your perched at  4,000 feet above sea level  this luxury eco-resort in Costa Rica’s Central Valley allows you to enjoy views of volcanoes, clouded forests, and coffee plantations  just to name a few great views.  This resort is situated among ten acres of fruit trees and tropical flora, Finca Rosa Blanca Country Inn offers fairytale ambiance and four-course meals!!  You can partricpate in guided tours to neighboring national parks, biological rain forest reserves, and botanical gardens are available in addition to the on-site horse stables and coffee farm.
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2 Jungle Bay Resort & Spa, Dominica

Midway down the chain of Caribbean islands near Guadeloupe and Martinique, you’ll discover a bird’s perspective from the elevated cottages under the jungle canopy of Dominica.  The 35 cottages on wooden posts are accessed via a network of interweaving trails and stairways. The world-class Spa du Soleil sits high on a seaside cliff.  There are so many great things to do and  inlcudes live entertainment and dancing, two yoga studios, a volcanic stone swimming pool, and the Zom Zom Hiking Trail.Worth a visit!
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3  Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte, Brazil
Just to the north of Salvador, Bahia, lies the tropical haven of Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte. One of the really nice features of this beautiful resort is that all rooms face the sea and both birds and wildlife abound amidst lush tropical forest you share.  This 5 star resort is pure luxury and effortlessly  blends into the scenery with its’ simple architecture and protection of nature.  Modern amenities provide comfort for the guests, who can also enjoy the treatments at the  SPA or relax among stunning gardens and natural pools.  There are 3 restaurants that cater for every taste and need. tivolihotels.com

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one of the Largest Hotel Groups to Commit to Green Globe Certification

November 14, 2010 · Filed under green hotel options, Green Hotels, Green Resorts, Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts · Tagged

Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts is to become one of the Largest Hotel Groups to Commit to Green Globe Certification for all Properties Worldwide. With the new Partnership the Swiss Hotel Company underpins its Ambition to set an Example for the Industry. The Strategy is Part of a Company-wide Programme to Establish a Common and Global Approach to Environmental, Employer and Social Sustainability.

Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts is aiming to set a new benchmark for sustainability by committing to a certification partnership with the internationally acclaimed Green Globe. The aim is inspiring: to certify 20 per cent of operating Moevenpick hotels, resorts and cruises by the end of 2011 as well as all properties of the company over the following 24 months. In cooperation with Green Globe, clear and measurable objectives for environmental sustainability are set.

Environmental awareness is nothing new to Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts. With Swiss heritage and values at its heart, the company celebrates practices that demonstrate environmental responsibility. So far, several properties of the hotel group have been awarded for their commitment to sustainability with local and global prizes.

“Now more than ever, we believe it is time to not only increase awareness with regards to sustainability in Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts and share best practice, but also to more effectively measure our progress towards a sustainable future”, declares Jean Gabriel Peres, President & CEO of Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts.

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About Green Globe

The origins of the Green Globe organisation can be traced back to the United Nations Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992, where 182 heads of state from around the world endorsed the Agenda 21 principles of sustainable development. Two years later, the Green Globe membership was established. The Green Globe brand represents the best in sustainable practice within the travel and tourism sector and provides certification, training and marketing services in 83 countries. For information visit http://www.greenglobe.com

About Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts, an upscale hotel management company with over 12,000 employees, is represented through over 90 hotels existing or under construction in 27 countries with a concentration on its core markets in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. The hotel group is owned by Moevenpick Holding (66.7%) and the Kingdom Group (33.3%).

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It is important that all eco friendly green hotels and resorts follow green policies and proceedures. Appropriate certification is also important. They also need to have environmentally responsible furniture, furniture  that is FSC certified,made from reclaimed, recycled and earth friendly materials.

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Philadelphia Hotels Go Green

August 22, 2010 · Filed under green hotel options, Green Hotels, Green Resorts · Tagged , , ,

The PhilaGreen Hospitality Association is promoting sustainability in hotels. The association recently held a seminar where they presented practical ways for Philadelphia’s green hotels to save on their water and electric bills. One seminar speaker from Villanova University discussed practical ways green hotels can lower the new storm water fees.

Marvin Dixon, director of engineering at the Four Seasons is one of the many ‘green shining stars’ in Philadelphia’s green lodging. He and the property’s green team are reducing energy cost at their luxury property by doing some innovative and exciting initiatives. Some of these are;

· maintaining a rooftop garden

· using micro turbines to create their own energy, and

· operating a heat recovery system that warms water for laundry and the swimming pool.

Another grand green hotel is the Palomar, a beautiful eco friendly boutique Kimpton property in the Center City area. With its energy efficient lighting, low flow fixtures and a long list of additional earth-friendly features the Palomar is one of the city’s most sustainable lodging choices for people wanting to stay at eco green hotels.

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It is important that all eco friendly green hotels and resorts follow green policies and proceedures. Appropriate certification is also important. They also need to have environmentally responsible furniture, furniture  that is FSC certified, made from reclaimed, recycled and earth friendly materials.

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TRAVELERS TURN OFF GREEN HABITS WHEN ON HOLIDAYS

July 1, 2010 · Filed under Uncategorized, Green Hotel Programs, green hotel options, environmental facts

The Travel Foundation has launched the first Make Holidays Greener week to remind people to be environmentally friendly when they are on holiday.

Did you know that almost 90% of people say that they regularly recycle bottles, cans and paper in their day-to-day life, but less than half keep up the good work when they go away?

There are some really simple things that we can all do when we’re on holiday, and if we do these things it can make a real difference to the environment and to local people in our destination.

Unfortunately, generally people forget their green habits when they arrive at their destination.

A survey conducted by The Travel Foundation states that their survey revealed that one in five holidaymakers admitted they switch off completely when on a beach break and don’t consider the environment.

A real problem is that holiday accommodation does not provide enough green facilities or advice. You come to a new hotel that you have never been to; so how do they communicate to you their green policies and practices and how you can participate, it just doesn’t happen.

Travel Foundation has launched the green week from 26 June to 3 July to encourage travelers to do three things on their summer break that will make a difference.

Here are a list of green tips and activities you can do while your on your holiday:

· have short showers instead of baths to save water;

· use alternatives to plastic bags to reduce the amount of harmful waste that goes into landfill,

· turn off the lights when you leave the room

· keep the air conditioning at a reasonable level

What other suggestions and recommendations do you have? Please feel free to add to this important discussion.

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Hostelworld.com’s top 10 ten European beach hostels.

October 16, 2009 · Filed under backpackers, eco friendly resorts, green hotel options, Green Travel Hints · Tagged

Hostels are no longer just the domain of city centre’s and with the evenings getting longer and thoughts beginning to turn to this year’s summer getaway, Hostelworld.com has released the top 10 European beach hostels. All of these beach hostels are located within easy reach of some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe and ensure that, despite the climate, this year’s summer holiday can remain firmly in the plans.

  • Kaixo Backpackers, San Sebastian , Spain
  • Darling Downsl, Spain, Malaga
  • Hostel Essaouira, Morocco, Essaouria
  • Goofys, Newquay, UK
  • Cascais Beach Hostel, Cascais, Portugal
  • Bundoran Surf Lodge, Bundoran, Donegal, Ireland
  • Jorplace Beach Hostel, The Hague, Netherlands
  • Hippo Hostel, Budva, Montenegro
  • Onda Road Hostel, Calabria, Italy
  • The Pink Palace, Corfu, Greece

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RockResorts creates new eco-friendly “Green Rooms” for guests

July 31, 2009 · Filed under Green Hotel Programs, Executive House Keepers, Green Hotels, green travel, green hotel options, geotourism · Tagged , , , , , ,

Vail Resorts brand “RockResorts” has just unveiled its new “Green Rooms” initiative to bring progressive environmental standards to every single guest room in order to not only enhance the existing environmental efforts of each resort but also help engage and encourage guests to take part in the resource conservation process.

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19 Novotel hotels & resorts gGreen Globe Sustainable Tourism Certificationain

June 22, 2009 · Filed under Green Hotel Programs, Green Hotels, eco friendly resorts, green hotel options

19 Novotel hotels and resorts throughout the Asia Pacific region have achieved Green Globe Sustainable Tourism Certification. An additional twelve Novotels in the region have attained the “benchmarked” status and are well underway towards certification. The Green Globe Sustainable Tourism Certification process heightens environmental consciousness at hotels, as the process interacts with all departments and employees at every level. As a result properties improve thier practices and reduced wastage and consumption of water and energy.

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Sustainable Seafood Choices at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts help to Conserve Precious Marine Species

June 19, 2009 · Filed under endangered fish, enviromental hotels, green hotel options · Tagged , , , , ,

Fairmont’s hotels and resorts worldwide maintains a comprehensive commitment to purchasing local, organic and sustainable food items and as part of their sustainable food policy, will remove threatened fish species like Chilean Sea Bass and Blue fin Tuna from their restaurant menus and will also align themselves locally with reputable seafood watch organizations, ensuring guests continue to be provided with a comprehensive selection of sustainable seafood choices. This commitment to ocean sustainability is all about working closely with reputable suppliers who purchase fish that are harvested in ways that limit damage to marine or aquatic habitats. Two seafood choices that are most at risk – and have been eliminated them from its food service operations are:

  • The ChileanSea Bass – also called Patagonia Tooth, this is a long-life fish, meaning it does not reproduce quickly. Due to worldwide popularity of this menu item, their numbers have been dwindling dramatically from aggressive and illegal fishing.
  • The Blue fin Tuna – heavily over-fished in international waters, the plight of this species is so serious that the World Conservation Union lists Southern Blue fin Tuna in its grouping of most threatened wildlife, with their numbers having declined by 97% over the last four decades.

Some of the Fairmont Hotels ocean sustainability initiatives are:

· Mexico’s Fairmont Mayakoba has partnered with local communities in a nearby biosphere to purchase lobster that is sustainably harvested.

· The Fairmont Orchid purchase locally sourced seafood and actively participates in regional moratoriums on any threatened fish stocks.

· The Fairmont Waterfront and The Fairmont Vancouver Airport have joined the Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program, which is a conservation platform created to educate and empower consumers about the issues surrounding sustainable seafood.

This Hotel group strives to minimize its impact on the planet through its Green Partnership program, which focuses on key areas such as waste reduction, energy management, water conservation, and innovative community outreach programs. For more information on this I recommend you visit: www.fairmont.com/environment.

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Eco-friendly Initiatives at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown

June 18, 2009 · Filed under Green Hotel Programs, green hotel options · Tagged , ,

The environmentally conscious, Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel has planted a 120-square foot seasonal garden on the fourth-floor deck of the 31-floor hotel growing chilies, okra, mint, peppers and a variety of herbs which will be incorporated into dishes served in the hotel; and is working with Philips Electronics to determine possible CFL or LED technology for custom lighting fixtures that currently only work with traditional incandescent bulbs.

Other eco-friendly initiatives from the Sheraton Phoenix include:

  • A comprehensive banquet recycling program;
  • The installation of a So Clear water filtration system to purify water and reduce waste;
  • The creation of an internal “Green Team” that regularly meets to proactively identify ways in which the hotel can be more sustainable as well as being responsible for identifying, implementing and training fellow associates on new sustainable practices, which included the roll-out of digital menus which are now available in all catering settings;
  • Has made a commitment to utilize the most energy efficient lighting possible by utilizing CFL or LED lighting wherever possible which yields a tremendous reduction on energy consumption (utilizing CFL light bulbs in all of the 1,000 guestrooms, the hotel uses just 24% of the electricity of a hotel that does not utilize CFL bulbs – a savings that would power approximately 31 U.S. households per year as well as reducing the quantity of light bulbs sent to the landfill by 800%);
  • Use a local grower for many of the additional produce items which also collects the compostable items for use as compost on the farm continuing a sustainable cycle.
  • Has developed a comprehensive recycling program that extends throughout the entire hotel. Guests can recycle in their rooms, associates can recycle in their offices and meeting planners can customize plans and amenities to reduce waste: and
  • The hotel also works closely with other community partners such as Waste Not to donate unused items rather than send them directly to a landfill.

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