Archive for 'Destinations'

With the economy in the tank right now, the idea of flying the coop might prove therapeutic. What sounds so alluring about Playa Viva is that it’s conceived as not only a comfortable, eco minded resort, but also a sustainable residence community. The eco-minded developers are creating an idyllic property that will respect its natural [...]

The next time you travel to San Francisco, you might want to try the Triton Hotel.  Part of the Kimpton family, this green hotel makes it a priority not to compromise the environment for luxury. The way they see it, you can have both!

Their commitment to sustainable practices is widely acclaimed.  In addition to following [...]

A secret fantasy of mine is to live in the Pacific Northwest, perhaps in the San Juan Islands area.  So when I stumbled upon Balance Architects’ prefabs built with sustainable practices by Method Homes, I had to take note.

As of right now, any of their 3 models of prefabricated vacation cabins can be delivered to [...]

Though the energy crunch is getting everyone down, I presume there are still some intrepid travelers looking for eco-friendly, green vacation destinations.  Eco Hotels of the World has developed a five-star rating system for hotels and destinations that rates properties on their eco-friendly quotient.  The free on-line guide is a new, easy to use guide [...]

Some thrill-seekers yearn to walk upon the peaks of Earth’s highest points. Jim Malusa, however, is not like most thrill-seekers. Equipped with a bicycle, sleeping bag and occasionally well-insulated beer, he chronicles his adventures as he rides to the lowest geographical point of each continent.

His tales appear in “Into Thick Air,” published by Sierra [...]

Two great Santa Fe inns, Hacienda Nicholas and The Madeleine Inn, have a mission to “Go Green All the Way.” “We are already the greenest lodging in Santa Fe, and by the time the new eco-friendly Convention Center opens, just four blocks away, we will be that much closer to our ultimate goal of having [...]

This year, three in every four Americans have resolved to lead greener lifestyles, a commitment that branches into several (if not all) facets of everyday living. While recycling at home and biking to work are top of mind, not everyone is eco-focused when it comes to travel.
Luckily, more and more tourism operators are making the [...]

Ireland’s Greenbox is a great ecotourism destination surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, as well as the Shannon Erne Waterway and Lough Erne. The Greenbox has unspoiled, natural landscapes, unique ecosystems, learning centers, and off shore islands.
Among many other things, the Greenbox promotes environmental sustainability in order to minimize the impact on the environment, as [...]

One of the best ways to take some time off from work, school, or just life is to relax at an eco resort, especially if you love nature and would like to visit one of the world’s vastly diverse ecosystems. Part of relaxing comfortably is knowing that biological diversity is being conserved, and [...]

Whether you’re looking for an escape for an anniversary, honeymoon, or vacation, The Post Ranch Inn at Big Sur, California, has many amenities to accommodate you. The eco resort is located right next to the Pacific Beach and provides beautiful views of the mountains. Offering massages, spa treatments, daily yoga classes, daily telescope viewing, [...]

For cowgirl and cowboy wannabees — at the heart of the 26,000-acre Sun Ranch sustainable ranching operation, this rustic, secluded lodge — which caters to a only 16 guests at maximum capacity—offers a guest ranch experience that’s far from “dude.” Enjoy heavenly views of the glorious Madison Valley and chef-prepared gourmet meals made [...]

Our green hero, John Muir, helped found the first one in Yellowstone, 1872, followed by Yosemite in 1890. Today there are 58 national parks across the United States, and what precious landmarks they are! I grew up just a short car ride from Lassen Volcanic National Park, where I had adventures on the [...]