Category Archives: curiosity

Go up and fly over the beautiful landscape of São Miguel island to enjoy the best panoramas. We suggest the following must-see Miradouros. Miradouro is a Portuguese word, and it means “viewpoint”. Enjoy every spot where you stop! 1.Miradouro da Boca do Inferno It is the most photographed Miradouro of the island. It is a […]

To commemorate an important milestone, celebrate the start of a new year with the hope that it will be better, for your birthday or simply when you need to pamper yourself: sometimes it is important to think about your happiness and give yourself a gift. Of course, there is plenty of choice. You could treat […]

Ever wondered what it’s like to sleep out in the open, under the stars? Well, someone did and went even further in designing and realizing homes that are purpose-built for sleeping in the open air in the woods. A room in the wood A few years ago, the Serpentine Pavilion project in Hyde Park won the […]

The popularity of organic food increased drastically in the past 20 years. More and more people decided to switch from conventional to organic food. Only the U.S. recognized a record of $43 Billion in organic food sales in 2016. But why is organic food so loved by many people? And should you consider buying it? […]

Are you looking for an active holiday? If you are tired of office work or just want to try something new- being a farmer for a day might be a great choice for you. Farmer´s holiday is a way to discover new traditions, meet nice people, and learn many handy things. Choose your perfect rural […]

For years now, the scientific community has acknowledged human activities as the main cause of climate change. The mass tourism industry contributes to the production of carbon emissions. Let’s find out how tourism contributes to global warming. Our planet is experiencing a period of overheating. The main cause is the overexploitation of natural resources that […]

Christmas is already coming! Now more than everyone wants to travel. Obviously, the time to travel has not come yet. So, this is the perfect occasion to dream about your future travels. Christmas means also thinking about the people you love and how to surprise them. Why not making them dream about their next destination? […]

Books can be a very important gift for the eco-heroes of tomorrow. Getting children closer to reading and making them aware of the environment is essential to protect the world they will live in when they grow up. Here is a list of 5 books to give to little readers at Christmas. Be a Friend […]

How can you travel sustainably in Lisbon? The secret is to go beyond the inner city. Let’s meet the Portuguese Geographer Luis Mendes who will give us some sustainable tips to explore Lisbon away from mass tourism. Hi Luis, Could you introduce yourself? I am a Portuguese geographer at the Centre for Geographical Studies of the Institute of Geography […]

It’s useful for those who receive it and beneficial for the Planet. This year the perfect Christmas gift is an experience in harmony with Nature. You can have it with the Ecobnb and Alpine Pearls Gift Cards! Christmas is approaching and often brings with it a good dose of consumerism: useless purchases, excesses, waste, and […]