Daily Green Travel News (16 December 2008)
Yorkshire Post writes Green travel plans for fire staff
OnTheSnow.com writes about Going Green in Northeast Ski Country
Daily Express reports Fish spa is still new in M’sia
Seattle Sustainable Travel Examiner writes Planting Empowerment Partners with Tour Operators for Carbon Offsets
Marin Independent Journal reports New ferry is a welcome sign of green progress
The Scotsman writes about Glasgow to London by train in 4 1/2 hours
Daily Green Travel News (2 December 2008)
CNN writes about Making your family trips greener
San Jose Mercury News reports Jordan lures eco-tourists with waterfalls, canyons
Planet Green writes about 3 Scenic North American Train Routes That You Should Know
MeetingNews reports on The Green Continent
Daily Journal of Commerce writes Bathrooms go green at Heathman Hotel
Green Christmas gift: Daintree organic rainforest skincare
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
Green Christmas ski holiday in U.S., anyone?
Are you planning a green Christmas ski holiday in the United States? Ski resorts are increasingly going greener like Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort which is stepping up its efforts to preserve and protect the environment.
It was the first California ski area to partner with the Bonneville Environmental Foundation which offered guests mini-green tags to purchase and offset their carbon footprint with renewable energy. Now, the resort is expanding its ‘green’ initiatives with new programs including a Habitat Management Plan for the entire 8,000 acres of resort property. Other initiatives include LEED certified development and a Rideshare program to transport guests around …read more
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Daily Green Travel News (27 November 2008)
Daily Green Travel News (26 November 2008)
The Huffington Post writes Less Holiday Travel Makes for a Greener Thanksgiving
San Francisco Chronicle reports Bay Area ferry fleet welcomes new green boat
Hotel & Managements writes Carlson Hotels Worldwide launches Green Guide tool to help properties in sustainability efforts
TravelDailyNews reports Family budget resort in Thailand honoured in Responsible Tourism Awards
The Green Life writes about Green Clubbin’
Green Travels reports Historic Santa Monica Hotel Re-Opens with Green Features
Daily Green Travel News (25 November 2008)
CNNMoney.com reports Green Globe International, Inc. Announces Agreement With Sustainable Travel International for Licensing and Co-Branding Relationship for Sustainability and Carbon Neutrality Products
Hotel Interactive writes about The Great ‘Green’ North
MeetingNews writes Green Your Golf
LAist writes about Going to Santa Barbara Car Free
Daily Herald reports Sundance scores high for going green
PeterGreenberg.com highlights Five Great Green Hotels in North America
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Green Christmas holiday getaways worldwide
Seeking a Christmas or New Year getaway that’s good for you, your destination and your wallet? UK ethical travel company responsibletravel.com still has green holidays worldwide available. They range from venturing to Egypt for a spiritual yoga retreat, partying in Rio on a dance holiday to volunteering with children in Sri Lanka.
Here are several Christmas or New Year getaways from responsibletravel.com :
Dordogne self catering cabin for two – special festive package – £650 for Christmas week
“This cosy, off-grid cabin is the ideal romantic retreat for those wanting to spend a traditional Christmas away from the commercialism. Enjoy …read more
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