Since 1962, the Dominican Republic (DR) has led the Caribbean in preserving sensitive inland and coastal eco-systems through partnerships with leaders like the Nature Conservancy, the United Nations, the Smithsonian and more to establish powerful environmental protections. The DR's preserves and sanctuaries, like the Sanctuary for the Marine Mammals of the DR, the first whale sanctuary in the world located along the coast of Samana, are a vital tourism draw to the DR's fabled lush green surroundings. The government's constant dedication to reserving the island's environment make eco- and adventure tourism in the country so remarkable and exciting.
Natural Retreats, is a Manchester based company which is developing luxury eco-dwellings in the various National Parks of the UK. The company at present has developed four of these dwellings and by 2011 plans to establish these dwellings at all of the UK's fourteen National Parks.
With more and more travelers becoming environmentally aware, area hotels are beginning to create eco-friendly Halifax accommodations to please both consumer and Mother Earth. The Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel has taken an array of steps to reduce their carbon footprint on the globe, while still staying ultra-stylish - stylishly green, that is!
Planning a family reunion? Make your gathering more eco-friendly with these simple tips, developed by the family vacation experts at the Antlers at Vail hotel:
Sustainable, luxury beachfront living is no longer just a dream – new Caribbean properties like Oceano Village combine environmentally-friendly development with exotic locations and the latest eco innovations for sustainable living at its finest. From careful planning of land usage to future sustainability, these luxury Caribbean properties bring an entirely new perspective to green living.
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