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 We're delighted that our Green Travel List was published in the Guardian newspaper. The list features 25 of the most innovative green tourism projects around the world.
What these eco-minded holidays have in common is that their green innovations and adaptations make for a more enjoyable visitor experience. It’s far nicer to swim in a natural, freshwater pool cleaned by filtration plants than by synthesised chemicals, far cosier to be warmed by the cosy glow of a wood-chip boiler than gas central heating, and far more satisfying to eat fish for dinner fresh from local shores rather than something shipped in from across the world.
The 25 inspiring initiatives cover a diverse range of companies, from places to stay to transport schemes, festivals, adventure trips and conservation holidays. All are pushing the boundaries of what green travel means, and repackaging their sustainable credentials for a new generation of more savvy – and green-minded – travellers.
Less Carbon, More Fun!
>>Greentraveller is now on google+
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News and Events
26 Oct: Greentraveller celebrates its 5th birthday
6 Nov: The Guardian newspaper publishes the Green Travel List
7 Nov: Greentraveller attended the full 4 days at World Travel Market
28 Nov: Greentraveller is short-listed for the British Travel Press Editors' Award
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TOP WINTER HOLIDAYS
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Snowshoeing and snowtrekking
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Northern lights & dog-sledging
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Cross-country skiing
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Snow trekking on a pair of snow-shoes is one of the greenest activities in winter. Even better, there’s none of the fuss of having to bother with the usual ski equipment. Just strap on a pair of snow-shoes and away you go into the crunching virgin snow. Check out our snowtrekking holidays throughout Europe.
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Experience winter in the Arctic and the thrill of chasing the ‘Tricky Lady’, as the Northern Lights are known. We have taior made holidays available for those wanting a true winter adventure including camping under the Artic stars, dog-sledging and learning local customs.
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Cross-country skiing is not for the faint of heart – there’s no other work-out quite like it, as you push and glide (and huff and puff) across miles of flat tracks in the fresh winter air. We have cross-country skiing holidays throughout Europe, whether you want to set off alone or be part of a group.
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NEW YEAR & CHRISTMAS SPECIAL OFFERS
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Free upgrade at Lake District B&B
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25% off cottage for 10 in Cornwall over NYE
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Head to the highlands for New Year's Eve
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| Nestled against woodland in an elevated spot, this 4* B&B boasts fab Lake Windermere views and offers a peaceful retreat for a restful getaway. Get a free room upgrade (subject to availability) on all bookings until Jan 2012. Offers for 2012 include romantic weekend packages and free country club membership. |
Get an incredible 25% off a short break or week stay from 29th December at this eco-cottage in Cornwall. The cottage has four bedrooms and can sleep up to 10 guests. Windswept beaches, log fires and supurb local pubs make this the perfect spot to celebrate New Year with family or friends this year. |
Head to your very own luxury house in the Scottish highlands to see in 2012 this year. Stay up to a week including the 31st December for only £2700 in the house sleeping up to 12 people complete with its own 5* facilities, farm shop and hot tub. Over Christmas 2-4 guests can stay for £800 and 8+ guests for £1,650. |
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LATEST REVIEWED PLACES TO STAY
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Cote How Guest House, Lake District
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Treshnish and Haunn, Isle of Mull
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Knoydart House, Scotland
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| "This Grade II-listed building in the Lake District is perfect for couples and/or walkers wanting a relaxing, luxurious break in a green-conscious environment. With Wordsworth’s lakes as the backdrop, the relaxing, peaceful and well-decorated cottage should recharge your batteries in no time." Reviewed by Anita Pati |
"Comfortable, warm cottages in a stunning and wild location. Appealing to artists, naturalists and families alike with fantastic biodiversity on your doorstep. Not really a weekend destination due to the distance, but then Mull has so much to offer, why not stay a while?" Reviewed by Rhys Jones and Hannah Engelkamp
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"Knoydart House is a newly-built, luxury hideaway overlooking Loch Nevis in Inverie, Highlands of Scotland, one of the most remote villages on mainland Britain. A great way to experience what’s been dubbed one of Europe’s last great wildernesses... with luxurious comfort." Reviewed by Rhiannon Batten |
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Greentraveller reaches 5!
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The Guardian's Green Travel List
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Top 5 ferry trips
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| Founded as a blog in October 2006, Greentraveller has since grown into a website that features over 500 green places to stay and 1,500 holidays reachable by train. The Sunday Times has called Greentraveller “the first place to look for green holidays”. |
The 2011 Guardian Green Travel List, in association with greentraveller.co.uk, was published in the Guardian this month. This annual list is a guide to 25 travel and tourism initiatives worldwide that have shown evidence of commitment to community, place and the environment. |
Ferry travel has had a renaissance in recent years - gone are the days of the pitch-and-roll churn, nowadays you can expect first class dining and comfortable cabins. Check out our guide to the best foot passenger ferry journeys to plan your holidays next year. |
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