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Top resorts to celebrate Earth Day in sustainable style
The grass is always greener on the eco-friendly side of paradise! We’re big fans of the tropics (really, who isn’t?) and we want them to stay as lush and vibrant as possible for future getaway goers. In honour of Earth Day, we’re r-eco-mmending – see what we did there? – some of our favourite resorts where you can enjoy everything you love about all inclusive vacations while still protecting the natural beauty around them. Hold on to your sustainably sourced hats, this is a good one.
A haven for families and Mother Nature
Families can keep it green without compromising on luxury on Cancun’s stunning shores at Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort and Spa! As part of our Smile Resorts™ collection, parents can look forward to great perks plus added bonuses when they book a Family Section suite, including a private restaurant and exclusive beach area with wait service! What we love most is that the resort is part of the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative, tackling plastic pollution by reducing its use of single use plastics. It also keeps a close eye on the condition of the surrounding flora and fauna with the help of external specialists, including monitoring the health of sea grass off the coast which provides habitat for many marine species and food for sea turtles.
Meet a couple of shell-ebrities on your getaway
The natural beauty of Cuba’s sunshine coast is on full display at Starfish Cayo Largo, with clear blue waters and pristine beaches that are nesting grounds for sea turtles. In fact, guests staying between April and September can visit the Sea Turtle Rescue Center just a few minutes away via the (eco-friendly) tourist train, and learn all about the efforts being made to protect these incredible creatures before interacting with them. There’s even a sea turtle release program the resort’s proud to be a part of. Hop back on the train and head to the stunning shores of Paraiso Beach and Sirena Beach, typical of Cayo Largo, where you’ll see some of the best snorkelling and diving conditions in the Caribbean with shipwrecks and reefs to explore!
Nacho average eco-friendly vacation
Just minutes from the sights and sounds of Playa del Carmen, Viva Wyndham Maya is the perfect place for travellers to experience the peaks of Mexico without worrying about their carbon footprint. That in mind, the resort is packed with amenities for guests of all ages, including bike rentals for getting around and non-motorized water sports to explore the sparkling Caribbean Sea. It was also awarded Wyndham Green Certification, given to properties that have addressed and met best practices for energy and water conservation, waste diversion, reforestation and operational efficiency. Make sure to pack your reusable water bottle (or margarita bottle, it is a vacation after all) so you can stay refreshed on the beach that is cleaned daily!
Make your friends green with envy
The stylish Hideaway at Royalton Negril An Autograph Collection All Inclusive Resort Adults Only isn’t only an oasis for grown-up getaways in Negril, it was awarded Travelife Gold Certification for Accommodation Sustainability in 2022. The luxury is not lacking here with an exclusive pool and beach area with a dedicated bar and convenient wait service, gourmet dining experiences and more. But for all the bells and whistles, they never lose sight of what’s important, Mother Nature! Hideaway, and the wider Royalton property guests have access to, met the standard set by Travelife through an established a conservation program that includes energy efficient lighting, proper water and waste management, animal welfare and ecosystem conservation, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions – the list goes on!
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Earth-conscious but make it stylish
Grenada is an island paradise filled with lush mountain landscapes, breathtaking waterfalls and wild rainforests, and True Blue Bay Boutique Resort and Villas is looking to keep it that way! Vacationing here for a minimum of seven nights, it’s easy to explore the beauty that surrounds you with discounts and other added perks, including kayaking, rum and chocolate tasting (thank youuu Grenada) and more. While the resort makes sure you have everything you need for a perfect getaway at your fingertips, it also places importance on protecting the environment with energy-efficient air conditioning, water-saving faucets and toilets, solar water heaters and eco-friendly bathroom amenities. Oh, and all that stunning décor? It was created using ethically sourced wood. Wood ya believe it?