To accommodate a traveler’s desire to vacation in luxury without abandoning their environmental beliefs, eco-resorts are springing up all over the world. Situated on 85 unforgettable tropical acres in the Caribbean Seas, you will soon have a chance to book an eco-friendly getaway at the Emerald Monkey EcoLuxe Resort on Shepherd Island – an extension
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Agoda, online hotel reservations site and part of Priceline, has recently published their top ten picks in eco-friendly Asian resorts. On the very top of that list was the beautiful Tongsai Bay Resort, located on the island of Ko Samui, Thailand.
Tongsai Bay’s Beginning
Tongsai Bay was designed in 1985 by Akorn Hoontrakul, and was created
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On a recent trip, I had the great privilege to go to Australia, where I stayed on the eco-conscious and luxurious Heron Island. Located 72km off the coast of the Australian mainland, Heron Island is surrounded by part of the Great Barrier Reef. Virtually untouched by society, the only human presence on this
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High above the fragile beauty of the Waikapu Preserve in Maui, an exhilarating, adrenaline-pumping sightseeing opportunity awaits – but this eco tour is not for the faint of heart. Flyin’ Hawaiian is a 5-hour rush of spine tingling, high speed views featuring the natural beauty of Maui. The tour boasts 8 unique zipline courses, including the
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With breathtaking views of crystal clear waters and an unforgettable palette of blues and greens, Fregate Island Private offers travelers, honeymooners, and adventurous families a getaway that greatly respects the environment. One of the main goals of the coveted hideaway is to preserve and protect the unique species of plants and animals on the island.
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As the weather grows cooler, it’s increasingly tempting to daydream about escaping to warmer climates. If you’re interested in such an escape, any one of the Singita Game Reserves, located South Africa, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe, would certainly make an appealing destination.
The lodges vary in terms of specific accommodations and amenities. For example, some are
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Looking for a different type of luxury on your next vacation? Feather Down Farms, a chain of rural retreats in the United States and Europe, might be just the thing.
Feather Down Farm locations are geographically and environmentally diverse, but they share certain convenient and ecological amenities. In any region, you will be able to tour
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There’s a green business on the block making waves and depending on the guest(s), the establishment promises a fun-filled family excursion or relaxing vacation getaway. Wilderness at the Smokies (located in Sevierville, Tennessee) offers a mixture of upscale amenities and rustic mountain charm nestled in a luxurious setting. As travelers come from near and wide
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We recently featured several options for eco-friendly hotels and accommodations; we’ve also spotlighted a number of green vacation destinations, including the Yelverton Brook Eco-Spa, the Gaia Napa Valley Hotel, breathtaking eco-island Melody Key, Fiji Island Resort, and LEED-certified Hotel Terra. Next year, the AAA TourBook will add an eco feature to make it easy to find the
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Summer is slowly slipping away, so if you haven’t planned your vacation getaway yet – the eco-friendly hotels and other lodging listed below may help you take a step in the right direction. Doesn’t a bamboo hut situated in a tropical setting sound heavenly? What about staying in a hotel dedicated to a favorite late-night
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