Imagine a travel experience different from those offered by the classic travel agencies. An authentic, immersive and eco-sustainable experience through Italy. This is what Britt Voorsmit proposes. After graduating in International Tourism Management at Breda University of Applied Sciences (Netherlands), with a thesis that explored the experiences of Ecobnb in the Veneto countryside. “I would […]

Ecobnb turns four! 2018 has been rich of new challenges and achievements, new projects and meetings, great results and ideas to develop. Ecobnb has grown thanks to the eco-hosts investing in sustainability. But also thanks to the tons of responsible travellers and to the enthusiasm of many partners and fellows. Let’s celebrate 4 years of […]

Among the massive Dolomites and the Südtiroler valleys, a few steps away from the Braies Park, there’s Les Gomines B&B. A place to live an authentic experience and embrace a sustainable lifestyle. Sustainability is not a trend but a way of living, Barbara Frenner says. It’s the choice of respecting nature and value people. We’ve […]

Solar energy, water reservoirs, renovated furniture and bio-pool. These are the ingredients of ISTRA AUTENTICA. an eco-friendly accommodation deep in a hectare of nature. Restored by Bojan, his owner, to be fully eco-sustainable, zero waste and off-grid. Then add the wonders of Istria, its ancient villages and the amazing Slovenian nature… and your green holiday […]

From hiking to art and theater event in an old hydro-electric central. From geologic paths to landslips of glacial origin, till cultural itineraries. Those are just few must-do slow experiences to do in the Sarca Valley, Trentino. Find them out reading the story of Cristina, the owner of the eco-friendly B&B Casa Filippo. Looking for […]

Which child has never dreamed of a secret (or not) shelter on a tree? Anyway, we all have seen at least an American movie or series in which children had one. And so we dreamed with them. Who could have imagined, 30 years ago, that this would have become a vacation trend? Today, this is […]

We were aware of the crucial role played by trees in reducing CO2 emissions and smog in our cities. Recent researches state what species are more effective to the purpose. We listed them here. Performances of anti-smog trees are impressive: they are capable of absorbing almost 4000 kilos of CO2 in twenty-years time, they also stop the […]

Wheels that take you everywhere, a total immersion in nature, only freedom and adrenaline: an active holiday on your mountain bike is one of the best forms of sustainable tourism. On two wheels you can indeed live intensely the nature without damaging it; and also a mountain bike trail brings important benefits for mood and physical health. […]

Cycling tourism in Italy has a potential value of 3.2 billion euros. The northern Adriatic coast is leading this green revolution. This is confirmed by several initiatives to build new cycling infrastructures. The new track between Bibione (Veneto) and Lignano Sabbiadoro (Udine) is already a must-do for sweet mobility lovers.  Italy and Europe are looking […]

By 2020, the EU member states will have to meet their energy needs achieving the 20% target of energy coming from renewable sources. And what if I tell you that some places have already reached this goal? In particular, there is a little island in the Mediterranean Sea, which as early as this summer could […]