While traveling is one of the most wonderful gifts to humankind, the increased volume of flights and trips that we all take has taken a sever toll on Mother Nature. Luckily there are now some choices you can make that can help reduce the negative impact on nature. These hotels have made it their mission to help promote practices that are more environmentally friendly than traditional hotel options, so consider booking one for your next trip.
The Brando
This gorgeous resort in French Polynesia is named after none other than Marlon Brando. The hotel has committed to bringing environmental consciousness to all of the luxury. The resort is LEED-platinum certified and is carbon neutral by incorporating a seawater system, solar panels, and coconut oil. They even collect rainwater to use for laundry and plumbing.
The Brando
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
Even though it’s located in one of the biggest and busiest cities in the world, 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge has taken the time to innovate in a way that benefits both its guests and the environment as well. The hotel’s furniture has been made with recycled and local materials. Showers in the rooms are equipped with hour glass timers in order to try to encourage shower length reduction. Hemp-blend mattresses are fitted with organic cotton sheets.
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
Song Saa, Cambodia
While Song Saa is quite an expensive resort, as it is a private island comprised of overwater bungalows and villas, the cost of staying there goes towards the Song Saa Foundation as well. The philanthropic project strives to aid in social and community developments in the area as well as leading efforts to protect the land. The founders also started the first government recognized marine reserve called the Song Saa Reserve.
Song Saa, Cambodia
Amankila, Bali
Amankila in Bali features villas situated on a three tiered infinity pool overlooking the Lombok Strait. The resort has committed to protect the Bali starling, which is the country’s national bird. It also contributes to the ROLE Foundation’s “Waste to Wonder” project which uses energy saving and energy recycling programs around the local communities.
Amankila, Bali
