New York City’s most iconic and luxurious hotels have signed a pledge to reduce their emissions as part of a citywide plan that aims to remove the equivalent of 100,000 cars off the roads. Together, […]
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Greening cities … Green hotels, too?
Urban ecotourism: greening cities 😉 Nature can be found where it is least expected. Cities, among the world’s most popular tourist destinations for decades, are increasingly emphasizing their green, natural areas to enhance their appeal […]
Bardessono, a luxurious Napa Valley green hotel
Gorgeous woods used throughout the Bardessono hotel are milled from salvaged trees. Non-toxic, non-allergenic materials were used in construction. Organic linens and cleaning supplies and recycling and composting programs are standard. Products in the restaurant […]
Turn your hotel (or home) into green
Starter suggestions for greening your accommodation: Instituting sustainable practices improve outcomes and help to protect the local environment. Many guests are attracted to eco-friendly hotel practices and many of the practices can save money and make […]
Las Vegas hotels are as green as lights
One of the best-kept secrets in the Wild West is that Sin City is really Green City CityCenter, located in Las Vegas, is an ultra modern, urban environmental construction. Inside the complex we find several […]
Where do all these plastic go?
The plastic brings convenience, but create numerous hazards to environment, animal life, and human health. Each year, the world produces 100 billion kilograms of plastic, about 10 percent ends up in the ocean. Seventy […]
Jordan rich in history poor in resources
Jordan is a country rich in archaeology, culture, history and food. Travelers will experience this unique country with its busy city of Amman, the primeval desert of Wadi Rum, the stark but beautiful Dead Sea, […]
Denmark adopt bicycle culture early
Children are motivated to learn to ride a bike, especially in families where the adults use bicycles in their daily life. Personal transport habits are deeply-rooted from childhood. Every morning in Copenhagen, men in business suit, women in […]
A luxury eco-resort in Thailand
Soneva Kiri by Six Senses, an eco-resort located in Thailand, is one of the best examples of sustainable tourism businesses. The hotel is constructed with locally sourced wood and bamboo with thatched roofs and canvas canopies […]
Roussillon, an impressive French village
IT’S ABOUT FOOD, AIR, ART, ARCHITECTURE, AND THE WAY OF LIVING ! France is the most popular tourist destination in the world. It is visited by more than 80 millions international tourists per year. For most […]
Eco-village in Jamaica made of earthbags
In the south east of Jamaica, there’s a mini eco-village called The Source. With the assistance of the professional expertise to contribute through healthcare, education and permaculture, the villagers are happy and proud to live […]
Let’s dance in Japan this summer !
There are many activities in summer. Gujo Odori festival in Japan was started over 400 years ago. It was an attempt to encourage all the town’s citizen to get together, regardless of social level or position. The […]
