Flyin’ Hawaiian Zipline: Eco Tourism for Thrill Seekers

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 longest line in Hawaii – an amazing 3,600 feet of flying! In addition to the breathtaking scenery and fast-paced action, Flyin’ [...]

Fregate Island Private – Eco-Luxe Getaway

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. With no more than 40 guests occupying the island at any one time, enjoying a chance to experience this award-winning 5-star resort is truly an [...]

Singita Game Reserves

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 permanent architectural sites, while others are luxury tent villages. However, all Singita lodges share a commitment to luxury and excellence that’s apparent down to the [...]

Feather Down Farmstays

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 and experience a working farm (including friendly animals), and at night you will “camp” in a charming, moderately rustic luxury tent. Accommodations [...]

Eco-Friendly Resort – Wilderness at the Smokies

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 to visit the resort, I’m wondering just how many people know about the waterland’s commitment to preserving the environment and providing a more earth-friendly experience.

The [...]

Eco-Friendly Vacationing Gets Easier with AAA TourBook

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 best green vacation opportunities when you travel.

The AAA TourBook is a convenient travel companion – listing resturants, lodging, and attractions [...]

8 Eco-Friendly Summer Vacation Getaways

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 indulgence?

Orchard Garden Hotel (San Francisco, California)

When planning a trip to photograph the Golden Gate Bridge or enjoy a natural boost of energy at Golden Gate [...]

WWF Eco Tours

Although the World Wildlife Federation (WWF) is better known for direct work with conservation programs, I learned today that it also offers a variety of very exciting eco-tours!

On WWF trips, you can travel with a group of fellow nature and wildlife enthusiasts to one of many destinations in the United States or abroad. The trips are led by expert naturalist guides, assisted by WWF staff and local guides in some places. Tours center around exploring interesting bioregions, or in some [...]

Gaia Napa Valley Hotel and Spa: This Summer’s Eco-Travel Favorite

As the weather gets warmer, school lets out, and families plan their summer vacations, many of them will consider the environment before choosing a hotel.

It’s difficult to tell which hotels are truly doing their part for our planet and which ones are simply using green-washing techniques to boost their business.

For individuals traveling to California, the Gaia Napa Valley Hotel and Spa is a great place to kick off your shoes and rest your head – but that’s not all you [...]

Recycled Hotel Rooms Create Adventure in 2009 European Capital of Culture

2009 is a year of cultural celebration in Linz, Austria. From art and film festivals to music and theater, the 2009 European Capital of Culture will showcase the city’s cultural flair all year with an assortment of special activities. Tourists can completely immerse themselves in the culture of Linz at the Pixel Hotel – a collection of luxurious accommodations scattered throughout the city, each taking advantage of unused properties throughout the town.

Abandoned industrial warehouses, art galleries, and shopping centers now [...]