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| Republic of Green | It had been a while. Been years, in fact, since last we ventured as far south as you can go in these United States. To the the capital of the Conch Republic, Key West. And it is with no small measure of relief and pleasure that we can report the […]

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| Thai Eco Elegance| Surrounded by ancient temples and quaint streets in the Old City at the heart of Chiang Mai, in northern Thailand, is a boutique resort that takes its name from a 200-year-old tamarind tree that shelters it in a shady embrace. Tamarind Village Chiang Mai is a welcome relief from the scorching […]

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| Greening in Roma | They say Rome is an old city that never gets old. We never tire of it. Long ago we fell under the thrall of its simple classics of cuisine like cacio e pepi, an irresistible Roman dish that consists of only 3 ingredients. Of its piazzas, ostentatiously grand or all […]

| Big, Big Green | Resorts are the cruise ships that don’t budge an inch, and in places like Hawaii, these big guys still rule. It’s easy to see why… for families who want lots to do without leaving the property, for meetings and events and big fat weddings, and often because they simply have […]

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| Yeow! It’s Green | I’m in Nepal, almost into Tibet, in search of the perfect blend of eco-conscious adventure and relaxation. In the pristine mountainous region of Panglang, on a high cliff-top gorge above the wild Bhotekosi River, I find exactly what I’m looking for. The Last Resort. As a place to chill out […]

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| Green Travel News | The Ethisphere Institute lists three U.S.-based hoteliers and one Belgian company among its annual World’s Most Ethical Companies. Kimpton Hotels, Marriott International, Wyndham Worldwide and The Rezidor Hotel Group were the only honorees in the “Hotels, Travel and Hospitality” category. The New York City-based think tank designates 110 companies as […]

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With more sustainable wine-growing than anywhere else in the world, California is the perfect place to celebrate Earth Day (April 22nd) this year and throughout the month.  The state’s wineries are offering many special events showcasing eco-responsible wine-growing and winemaking. “Earth Day is a great time to think about how California’s wine industry has raised […]

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| Green Travel News | For the second year running, the group that manages and markets the Eurail Pass has been named the year’s best Sustainable Travel Provider. This prestigious label is awarded by the New European Economy Awards, which recognizes excellence, achievements and best practices in the international finance and commerce milieu. The Eurail […]

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| Mother India’s Mantra | We come to the sprawling Asian subcontinent for the sweep of its history, its spicy curry of culture and geography, its ancient pathways to spiritual discovery: to see how 1.2 billion Indians co-exist while living life at the extremes. Indian trip planning invariably includes precautionary advice. Against getting sick or […]

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| Green Travel News | In the dog-eat-dog world of major hotel chains, genuine commitment to environmental sustainability is a win-win. So says Ed Fuller, president and managing director of international lodging for Marriott. Going green, he says, “often results in cost savings with a relatively short return on investment.” And he continues: “I also […]

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