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Pamper yourself with a Grand Canyon spa package

admin — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:59:26 +0000

Sedona's luxurious Amara Hotel, Restaurant and Spa has just unveiled an amazing Grand Canyon travel package - combining the relaxing beauty of Sedona with an exciting adventure to one of the Seven Wonders of the World that both excites the senses and soothes the body and mind.

Ontario’s Forest Festival concerts link nature, ecology and music

admin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:09:56 +0000

The Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve (no, not that Haliburton) has just announced the lineup of its 2009 Forest Festival concert schedule - a popular outdoor concert and events series set over a four-day weekend. The festival will run from Thursday, August 20 through Sunday, August 23, 2009 at the Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve, where audiences can gather to experience the work of fantastic local Canadian musical performers and artists against a stunning wilderness backdrop of tranquil lakes and unspoiled forest.

Going green means big money potential for the hotel business

Scott Parisi — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 14:33:31 +0000

Scott Parisi of EcoGreenHotel explains how free environmental audits can uncover major funding opportunities for U.S. hotels to go green.

Ontario resort builds a wetlands eco-boardwalk to heighten public support for conservation

admin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 14:22:27 +0000

The four-season Pine Vista Resort on Stoney Lake, Ontario, has unveiled a new, natural boardwalk through the property's extensive wetlands to let guests safely experience the natural wonders of the many resident creatures and plant life that make the wetland ecosystem their home without damaging the land's fragile ecosystem.

Teachers can win an eco-adventure to Antarctica

admin — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:56:20 +0000

Environmental leader and polar explorer Robert Swan has joined Broadway Books and NativeEnergy to launch the "ANTARCTICA 2041 Teachers' Contest," providing U.S. and Canadian teachers the opportunity to win a free trip to Antarctica and join Swan on his 2041 International Antarctic Treaty Expedition in November 2009. The trip brings together eighty teachers, students, corporate leaders, and environmental experts from around the world will come together to gain first hand knowledge of Antarctica's fragile ecosystems.

Green meetings company helps protect California shores

admin — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:40:29 +0000

A new eco-conscious event planning company EcoWithin will donate a large portion of its event profits throughout the remainder of 2009 to "Save Our Shores", a nonprofit dedicate to marine protection and conservation.

Tell the White House to save our coral reefs!

Kristen Geis — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:19:52 +0000

Spearheaded by conservation group the Coral Reef Alliance, a coalition of 44 marine conservation and stakeholder groups as well as 117 marine scientists have been rallied together to call upon the Obama administration and Congress to protect the our shore's coral habitats.

Thailand tourism hoping for a rebound

admin — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:03:09 +0000

The Royal Thai Government is extending its visa fee waiving for an entire year in order to help revive the country's travel and tourism industry in the wake of a number of global and local events that have led to a temporary decline in visitor arrivals.

Dubai tourism to reduce carbon emissions by 20% for 2011

admin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 04:46:59 +0000

The Dubai Department of Tourism is planning to reduce carbon emissions throughout its travel and lodging industries by 20% come 2011, focusing on the conservation of natural resources and sensible use of energy, water and gas. This marks the latest detail of Dubai's sustainable tourism agenda, which it is building upon with its plans for this year's Dubai Green Tourism Award to be presented on World Environment Day in December 2009.

New GPS-guided adventure-pedicab tours in America’s oldest city

admin — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 04:24:58 +0000

There is a new and innovative way to experience St. Augustine, Florida. GPS multimedia pedicab tour - "Shivers and Awe Ghost Ride" - enhance the haunted tourism experience of North America's oldest city in an environmentally friendly way.

Help protect our National Parks with a new video challenge

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:38:27 +0000

The new "Your Parks Video Challenge" campaign, sponsored by the National Park Foundation and Olympus (the camera people), wants you to submit a video at Yourparks.com for a chance to win an exclusive trip to the National Park of Your Choice, an Olympus PEN Camera Kit, and more.

Colorado’s Gateway Canyons Resort challenges women’s minds, bodies and spirits with a wellness retreat

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:17:29 +0000

Nestled within the breathtaking canyons of southwest Colorado, "soft adventure" destination Gateway Canyons Resort will host the second annual Women’s Wellness Weekend on July 24-26, 2009. Headlined by award-winning naturopathic physician, Dr. Penny Kendall-Reed, this weekend agenda may be just what the doctor ordered.

Bed and Breakfasts: fun, sustainable and romantic!

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:53:08 +0000

Leading B&B website iLoveInns.com has awarded 14 traveler-favorite romantic Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns just in time for the launch of its new iPhone App, "InnTouch". The new "Travelers' Choice for Romance" award is based on candid guest reviews guests on iLoveInns.com, lending new insight into the mysterious qualities that make an inspiring romantic getaway.

Clean, green beaches are always good for family fun

Kristen Geis — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:04:34 +0000

As families and beach-lovers around the country prepare to flock to the shored for the July 4th weekend, the Clean Beach Council has just released its annual list of clean and healthy beaches for "National Clean Beaches Week" - highlighting family-friendly beaches that are clean, healthy and above all environmentally well-managed.

Help protect the Belize Barrier Reef with the support of the United Nations

admin — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:36:58 +0000

The UN Foundation has officially listed the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System as "World Heritage in Danger" due to unsustainable tourism activity. The designation hopes to encourage responsible tourism that is crucial to the economic well-being of the region while highlighting the site's unique natural value.

London’s five-star Dorchester receives high honors for being green

admin — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:10:25 +0000

This year's inaugural Green500 and Better Buildings Partnership awards saw the city of London's greenest lodging and lifestyle brands receive commendation by London Mayor Boris Johnson. The awards were handed out to organizations ranging from travel, sports, arts, education, transport and more.

Sears Tower gets green with a new luxury hotel and makeover

admin — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:16:38 +0000

Though beyond impressive in scale, design and stature, the 110-story monolithic structure certainly has a long way to go in order to wow the environmental crowd. This is all about to change.

How are LEED standards getting more energy-serious?

admin — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:10:13 +0000

The newest version of LEED certification - Version 3 - takes advantage of new technologies and advancements in building science while prioritizing energy efficiency emissions, meaning a potential boom for businesses in the green lodging technology space.

What is Sheraton doing to go green in Seattle?

admin — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:05:08 +0000

Sheraton Seattle has recently been recognized by AH&LA for its environmental commitment with the 2009 Good Earthkeeping Stars of the Industry Award. From recycling to laundering, green teams and cleaning products, the property has become a model for green responsibility to both guests, employees and competition.

Fairmont’s new Green IT strategy: Evolving responsibly

admin — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:33:16 +0000

Fairmont Hotels and Resorts has made many headlines for its efforts in environmental lodging, and is well known in the industry for being environmentally progressive. Now, the company is taking its commitment to green responsibility even further with a new IT strategy to limit waste, purchase responsibly, conserve energy and reduce the company's overall carbon footprint.