The “pillow menu” is considered a sign of luxury in many hotels. However, while traditional hotels often use memory foam (a polyurethane-based chemical mixture) or other synthetic materials, eco-friendly hotels are consciously taking a different approach. Hotels in the Green Pearls® network opt for natural…

Winter hiking is one of the most authentic ways to experience nature. It slows you down, encourages mindfulness, and is environmentally friendly. However, winter hiking is not quite as easy as a summer hike. Snow, ice, cold temperatures, and short days require some preparation. That’s…

Imagine you’re standing in a supermarket. There’s a huge selection. You want to make conscious, sustainable purchasing decisions, but how can you tell which label to trust? In this blog article, we take a closer look at the three largest organic certifications in Germany. But…

The year has just started, and we are happy to present our travel calendar for 2026: suggesting twelve inspiring destinations that make for a perfect holiday experience – no matter when you travel. 

Galápagos is often pictured as a pristine paradise — turquoise waters, iconic wildlife, untouched nature. But what is life really like inside one of the planet’s most fragile ecosystems? Fernanda Sánchez, a volunteer with the Galápagos National Park, takes you behind the scenes.