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Network on LinkedInDisney Parks’ “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day” campaign has officially reached the ambitious goal of 1 Million People Inspired to Volunteer in 2010.
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Kristen Geis
Building a Green Economy with a new online community
Posted March 4th, 2010
A new “Low Carbon World” website hopes to accelerate the transition to a greener, brighter economy by facilitating traditional “brown” business models toward new green growth strategies.
Keep ReadingEco tours for educators on a budget: Teachers can experience Costa Rica
Posted February 25th, 2010
From beaches and turtles, to highlands and volcanoes and many adventures in-between, eco-adenture tour provider EcoTeach has designed a special itinerary for budget-minded teachers to let them get shoulder-to-shoulder with local community members dedicated to protecting their environment.
Keep ReadingFind harmony in Bali with a sustainable, spiritual life concept
Posted February 16th, 2010
Thanks to a life concept taken from the Baliness community, 5 Accor hotels have received recognition of the prestigious Tri Hita Karana Tourism Awards.
Keep ReadingWho are this year’s Tourism for Tomorrow Award finalists?
Posted February 9th, 2010
The World Travel & Tourism Council has officially announced its 12 finalists for the 2010 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards – one of the most prestigious awards in the sustainable travel industry.
Keep ReadingGreen lodging and eating in England
Posted January 22nd, 2010
The upcoming 60-room Burgess Hill Premier Inn in West Sussex represents the latest evolution in environmentally-friendly budget hotels.
Keep ReadingDominican Republic sees no problems with tourism after Haiti quake
Posted January 22nd, 2010
Despite last week’s horrific quake that crippled its neighbor of Haiti, The Dominican Republic is still receiving tourists as usual while lending a helping hand to its neighbor.
Keep ReadingTravel industry can deliver clean water to Haiti
Posted January 21st, 2010
As emergency relief agencies attempt to get the essential supplies through that are needed in the immediate aftermath of the earthquake, Just a Drop is calling for donations from the travel industry to provide ongoing support for villages and communities.
Keep ReadingMexico tourism joins the ‘Green Globe’
Posted January 20th, 2010
Green Globe Mexico has officially launched to service the tourism industry of its home country as well as other Latin American neighbors. Supported by leading environmental organizations, it will provide sustainability certification and related services under the Green Globe brand.
Keep ReadingFlorida’s Green Lodging Program still going strong, despite cutbacks
Posted January 15th, 2010
Despite last summer’s cutbacks in funding, the trailblazing green lodging organization has just hit its 600 member mark.
Keep ReadingAbu Dhabi: getting bigger and greener for 2010
Posted January 12th, 2010
In line with hosting the upcoming World Green Tourism Conference in December 2010, Abu Dhabi has officially announced its commitment to a 10% energy reduction, as well as a 20% cut in both water usage and waste-to-landfill.
Keep ReadingTwo eco “tiger” lodges in India win high rankings for sustainability
Posted January 12th, 2010
Out of more than 50 eco lodges audited by international organization Travel Operators for Tigers (TOFT), 2 lodges stand out above the rest; earning the organization’s highest ranking of “Outstanding” for their commitment to sustainability and environmental footprint.
Keep ReadingEco-luxury certification gains ground with The Hay-Adams Hotel
Posted December 30th, 2009
Eight months after its launch, the new Luxury Certification Standard has been awarded to Washington D.C.’s Hay-Adams Hotel for its efforts toward a framework of sustainabilty.
Keep ReadingCaribbean Hotels get help from around the “Green Globe”
Posted December 29th, 2009
Green Globe International will be helping to educate and motivate the Caribbean hotel industry to sustainably and responsibly run their businesses.
Keep ReadingEcotourism finds funding in African nation of Namibia
Posted December 2nd, 2009
Namibia has been chosen as the first US-based Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) client to receive a $70 million ecotourism grant in an effort to establish the nation as one of Africa’s leading tourism economies within ten years.
Keep ReadingOne example of how political pressure can hurt ecotourism
Posted November 12th, 2009
A future nature preserve in Puerto Rico was taken off the agenda by the commonwealth’s governor – sparking fears in many that the land will be used for hotel resorts and other detrimental human activity.
Keep ReadingStarwood’s Element Hotels have a ‘Vision’
Posted October 28th, 2009
The popular “green” hotel brand has officially been named as a Travel + Leisure Global Vision Award Winner for its efforts in environmental conservation.
Keep ReadingIs a “green plane” on the horizon from Southwest Airlines?
Posted October 27th, 2009
Southwest Airlines has officially unveiled a prototype model for a “green plane” that combines fuel efficiency, environmentally responsible products, customer comfort, and reduced waste and weight.
Keep ReadingVolunteer travel organization in Africa gains new accolades in Responsible Tourism
Posted October 26th, 2009
African Impact, a family-run African voluntourism organization, has been nominated for the prestigious Imvelo Responsible Tourism Award; the Imvelo Awards have had a huge impact on tourism in South Africa, creating significant awareness of environmental management issues.
Keep ReadingThe Bodhi Tree Foundation launches to protect the world through travel
Posted October 23rd, 2009
Founded by travel industry veteran Jena Gardner, The Bodhi Tree Foundation aims to unite travelers to protect places, help people, and preserve cultures.
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