Traveling the Green Way

Fancy an unusual Australian eco-adventure?  On the eve of the release of the epic film Australia, responsibletravel.com is showcasing some of its best trips and accommodations there.
Based in Brighton, England, responsibletravel.com is a leading online ethical travel company, selling 3,000+ holidays from over 270+ specialist operators and 550 accommodations.
All the company’s holidays meet specific responsible tourism guidelines. Their aim is to create better places for people to live and to visit.   The website is for “travelers who want more real and authentic holidays that also benefit the environment and local people”.
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ScienceDaily reports Time Running Out On Coral Reefs As Climate Change Becomes Increasing Threat
Planet Green writes a Green City Guide: Munich
Western Telegraph writes Caerfai Campsite shortlisted as one of Britain’s best green spaces
Just the Flight reports Emirates lays claim to world’s longest green flight
Antigua Sun writes Environment ministers to hold meeting tomorrow
TravelMole writes ‘Green’ hotel aims to cut energy use by 80%

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The Boston Globe writes about The greenest of them all
The Monterey County Herald writes Hotels, eateries go green to make green
Times Online reports on Green Spaces: Nkwichi Lodge, Mozambique
The Sydney Morning Herald writes Free buses get green light
The Herald Eastern Cape reports Shamwari gets green feather in its cap at industry ‘Oscars”

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The West Australian reports Wilderness camp wins tourism award
Middle East North Africa Financial Network writes Dubai hotels to reduce carbon emissions
GreenerBuildings reports Green Globe Int’l to Boost Eco-Friendly Travel Services with New Partnerships
IPP Media writes 300 nature conservationists to discuss sustainable tourism
Southwest Journal writes Grow your green vocabulary

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Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa in Australia was named one the 50 Top Ecolodges in the recent November issue of National Geographic Adventure Magazine.
Fancy a green Christmas gift from Daintree?  The eco lodge & spa has launched Daintree Essentials, a natural rainforest skincare line.

These facial, body and lifestyle products are derived from natural ingredients, some sourced from the rainforest and free from impurities and preservatives.
“With healing properties, until now known only to the local Aboriginal tribe, ” says the eco lodge,  “Daintree Essentials aims to balance the five elements of earth, water, fire, air and ether providing a unique experience …read more

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The Age writes Green Light for eco scheme
TIME reports Travel News: A Green Hotel Made Just for Do-Gooders
Globe and Mail writes Call it Costa Rica South
Oregon Environment News writes about Green highways — in a RV
Green Eco Services reports on Eco Tourism and Volunteerism Banos, Ecuador

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The Gainesville Sun writes Eco-tourism: It’s the wheel thing
Chicago Tribune writes Eco-certified hotel a natural for organic San Francisco
Stuff.co.nz reports Tourism urged to lift game
Bangkok Post writes Thailand’s service industry needs to become more green
Courier Mail reports Not just rockstars rock out green events

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Human Events discovers The RIGHT Places: Save Green and Be Green
NEWS.com.au writes that Climate Change to cut back tourism
Stuff.co.nz writes about NZ ‘clear leader’ in green tourism
MSNBC reports on Ecotourism in Belize

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With it’s abundance of urban green spaces, a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere, and an enthusiasm for nature and outdoor living, there are plenty of ways to ‘travel green’ in Sydney, Australia. Here’s just a few…
Sleep with the lions – Sydney has some of the world’s finest wildlife parks, making it easy to get up close and personal with the cute Koalas at the Koala Park Sanctuary and the fearsome Crocs at the Australian Reptile Park. But for something total different, check out Toranga Zoo’s Roar and Snore, a program that let’s you camp out overnight at the zoo and immerse yourself in …read more

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Big, bold, and beautiful is probably the best way to describe Australia’s largest and oldest city.  Well known for it’s sandy beaches and it’s Opera House, Sydney offers the best of all worlds. It’s vibrant and alive, but also laidback and relaxed.
There’s plenty to see and do in this city. Sun lovers hit the beaches, the gardens,and cafes. Shoppers love the malls and the markets. Art and music lovers head for the Opera House, Art Galleries, and Museums. History buffs head for The Rocks.
Sydney is also a city working hard on being ‘green’. It’s Sustainable Sydney 2030 plan offers a vision for a Green, Global, Connected City.

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