Go Eco
In travel, times are changing. Hotels across the globe are looking to the future, and the earth, to find sustainable ways to improve their green credentials and minimize their impact on the planet. From stylish, urban boltholes to remote green-minded getaways, we've chosen our favorite eco-friendly hotels, lodges and retreats to inspire a stay that doesn't cost the earth.
Think of Africa and a vast, unspoiled wilderness springs to mind. There, conservation is the byword and these handpicked hotels are all, in one way or another, committed to protecting the environment, wildlife and local community for generations to come.
Home to a myriad of hotels that put the environment at the top of the agenda, Asia is a leading light when it comes to proving once and for all that sustainability and luxury are not mutually exclusive. We've chosen a handful of our favorite resorts across the continent, designed, built and run with nature in mind.
Europe's vastly varied terrain lends itself perfectly to an eco retreat, and finding a back to nature escape while leaving little impact has never been easier. This selection of green minded hideaways, complete with living walls, solar power and recycled furniture, combine world class service and facilities with their serious approach to the environment.
Home to some of the most unique eco-systems on the planet and a handful of the world's last true wildernesses, Latin America is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. With this in mind, we've handpicked a selection of luxury resorts that unanimously champion eco-tourism, leaving no stone unturned when it comes to going green.
From the organic vineyards of California to the wild tundra of Canada, all the hotels in this handpicked selection benefit from a unique setting, allowing you to get back to nature without forgoing any of those little extra luxuries we love to love on vacation.
Soneva Jani
Noonu Atoll, Maldives
The perfect combination of nature and luxury, Soneva Jani in the Maldives offers guests an unparalleled experience in idyllic surroundings. Made of sustainable materials, Soneva Jani is natural, yet refined and sophisticated.
Soneva Kiri
East coast beaches and islands, Thailand
Set on the tropical private island of Koh Kood, Soneva Kiri offers the ultimate in barefoot luxury with unparalleled levels of service and cutting-edge eco-concepts. Soneva has been developed that both couples and families will never want to leave.
Song Saa
Koh Rong Archipelago, Coastal Cambodia, Cambodia
Song Saa is a private island hideaway hidden away on a paradise island in Cambodia’s untouched Koh Rong Archipelago. Boasting Cambodia's only over-water villas, Song Saa is a true escape off the well worn path through Asia.
Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa
San Pedro de Atacama, Northern Chile
Tierra Atacama is a luxury boutique hotel located on the outskirts of the oasis village of San Pedro in Chile's breathtaking Atacama Desert. Guests at Tierra Atacama experience warm hospitality, delicious cuisine and exciting excursions.