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Philippines gets world’s first non-profit luxury eco-resort

The Cacao Pearl is offering 100% of its operating profits to eco and socioeconomic development throughout the Philippines. Ouilt on a 124-acre private island in the Calamianes archipelago, the resort is to be surrounded by beautiful rainforest and bordered by over a mile of pristine beaches.

November 18th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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New Trump golf course upsets Scottish environmentalists

Local activists are outraged at the Scottish government’s acceptance of “The Donald’s” latest luxury-venture on a windswept stretch of the Aberdeenshire coastline. Environmentalist groups are currently drawing up proposals citing “vanadalism” of the natural habitat.

November 4th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Seven4one in Laguna Beach sets a new green standard in the O.C.

The boutique hotel boasts over 30 distinctly green enhancements in all of its daily operations, from bamboo-blend bath towels and green-certified mattresses to card-less door locks, a largely organic kitchen, lighting sensors, and Energy Star appliances.

October 28th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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The ‘Nines’ brings eco-luxury to Downtown Portland

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, brings “sophisticated surroundings and exceptional experiences” to downtown Portland, with world-class cuisine, indigenous artwork, a private library, modern steakhouse, 14,000 square feet of eco-friendly function space and an anticipated LEED Silver Certification.

October 24th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Condé Nast selects pioneering eco-retreat as a leader in social responsibility

Frégate Island Private has been selected by Condé Nast Traveler as a finalist in the popular magazine’s 2008 world savers awards; one of 38 companies worldwide selected as a leader in social responsibility.

October 17th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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LEED Salamander Resort & Spa in Virginia slated for a 2010 opening

Construction at the 168-room, LEED certified, “conservation-minded” Salamander Resort & Spa, the much-anticipated signature project from Sheila C. Johnson’s Salamander Hospitality company, aims to open to the public in Spring 2010.

October 8th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Forbes lists America’s greenest hotels for 2008

According to Forbes, sustainability “is an important criterion for eco-conscious travelers—and not just for visitors from San Francisco and Vermont, reaching far passed unwashed towels and unlikely flavors of organic toothpaste.”

September 25th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Dubai-based hotel chain looks toward green-luxury in Australia

Emirates Hotels & Resorts announces start of habitat regeneration at their first luxury Australian conservation resort, Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa.

August 23rd, 2008 | 2 comments | Read more
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Starwood to bring its new Element Hotels to the Middle East

Starwood Hotels & Resorts along with Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions have jointly announced the launch of a new Element hotel in Abu Dhabi - the first to be introduced in the Europe, Africa and Middle East division - a part of Abu Dhabi’s AED $2.3 billion Capital Center.

July 31st, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Growing Green Online, EcoLuxury Launches New Travel Website in Response to Rising Occupancy Rates

Citing 100% occupancy rates at their green vacation rentals and increased sales of green home products, EcoLuxury announced a new website with listings for green and hypo-allergenic vacation rental properties, green products guests often take home with them, and do-it-yourself guides for greening vacations and homes.

July 10th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa “Be Greener” Program underway in Arizona

Known for “Keeping the Essence of Arizona”, the resorts is honoring that essence and responsibility with several initiatives that protect and conserve the environment and reduce their carbon footprint.

July 3rd, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Travel green this summer at the Rennaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa

With tourists and business travelers feeling the pinch of higher gas prices, seeing the city of Los Angeles is a snap while staying at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa, with LA’s highly efficient public transportation system right outside.

June 24th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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