Blog 9/2/2019
Sustainability: The green traveller
In an ever-changing world, it is no wonder that the way in which we travel is also changing. Recent trends show that the behaviours and tastes of holiday-makers are evolving – a desire for more adventure has increased the demand for experience-based getaways; while the need to escape the stresses of the digital world has prompted the creation of mindfulness retreats in exotic and off-the-beaten-track destinations. One increasingly popular trend, however, is that of sustainable travelling and ecotourism.
Many hotels and resorts have already taken positive steps towards becoming more environmentally friendly – we’re sure many of you have stayed in a room which requires your key card to turn the lights on in a measure to save energy or spotted a notice in their bathroom encouraging guests to hang up their towels if they wish to reuse them, in hopes of saving water. Where green is at the forefront of most people’s minds, some hotels and resorts have taken sustainable and ecotourism even further. Now, some properties conserve and protect the environment in which they operate including the ecosystem, flora and fauna and wildlife as well as maintaining the cultural integrity and wellbeing of local communities. As more and more top destinations are hopping on board, it’s a win-win for the traveller who wants to stay green without compromising on luxury. Below we explore the various ways in which these hotels and resorts are making a difference.