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Southwest Airlines Debuts Prototype Green Airplane

Beth Graddon-Hodgson — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 18:25:08 +0000

On October 21st, which is Southwest Airlines annual media day, they announced the launch of a green prototype airplane which will be used to test more eco-conscious materials and products in their travel environment. Southwest hopes that through the establishment of this prototype plane, they will be able to settle on a way to make their cabin more eco-friendly while still offering their customers the same level of comfort that they’re used to.

EcoTraveler: Alisal Guest Ranch

Courtney Carlisle — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:30:36 +0000

In Solvang, California nestled among old oaks and the sycamore grove, is the Alisal Guest Ranch, a working dude ranch opened to the public in 1946 for a little outdoor R&R. This historic property has played host to celebrities, presidents and local fans for decades. John F. Kennedy and Jackie Onassis even spent their honeymoon at the ranch, which backs up to the well-known Reagan property.

Fodor’s Green Travel Guide

Courtney Carlisle — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 12:00:39 +0000

If you are planning a big holiday trip, check out Fodor’s Green Travel, which features the best eco-friendly lodgings around the world.

The foreword by Richard Hammond discusses how travel can still be responsible and what main elements a savvy traveler should take into account. Fodor’s also explains what criteria they use to rank each resort in different regions of the world.

The “EcoFile” sidebar gives information on rooms, rates, locations, times to travel, how to get there (including average CO2 emissions and estimated cost to offset). At the bottom of the sidebar, it further highlights why the chosen resort is socially or environmentally responsible and ranks it using a 6 leaf system - 6 being the highest award.

This is perfect for planning your next trip or as a gift for an eco-savvy friend.

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Five-Star Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort: Global Sustainable Tourism Champion

Lucille Chi — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 03:23:49 +0000

Winner of the ISLANDS Global Sustainable Tourism Awards, Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort is a natural sanctuary. Fiji Islands Resort is truly one of the most renowned vacation destinations in the South Pacific. It is located on the island of Vanua Levu on 17 acres of a coconut plantation overlooking the peaceful waters of Savusavu Bay. This is the only resort that employs a full-time marine biologist to help visitors appreciate the underwater world of Fiji.