Eco Story Archives

Eco Pioneer in Sri Lanka: A Journey Towards Sustainable Hospitality

From a wake-up call about waste to a complete rethink of everyday hospitality, Annabel Allen shares her journey towards making her villa in Sri Lanka a more sustainable place for people and nature. My eco-awakening in Sri Lanka started with a jolt. In early 2020, I discovered a circle of discarded items strewn on the […]

From Dream to Reality: The Story of Refugio Marnes and Its Green Philosophy

In the heart of Spain’s Costa Blanca, nestled away from the hustle of mass tourism, lies a hidden gem—Agriturismo and Casa Rural Refugio Marnes. This off-grid sanctuary has been a refuge for travelers seeking peace, nature, and authentic experiences for over two decades. We interviewed Dutch hosts Richard Steenblik and Willem Pieffers to uncover the […]

Istrian Stone Houses Padna: ‘’When you truly commit to sustainability, success is inevitable!’’

One of the crucial obstacles in sustainable tourism development is the short mindedness on profits instead of the long term ‘’paradigm shift’’ that brings not only profits but also benefits to the local community, respect for nature and truly authentic local experience for guests. Accommodation hosts who managed to successfully integrate sustainability into their philosophy […]