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Hotels with Heart: Personally run accommodations that feel like home

Hotels with Heart: Personally run accommodations that feel like home

If you travel often, then you’re probably familiar with the pleasant luxuries of large, professionally managed hotel complexes: spacious lobbies, room service, and impersonal efficiency. But sometimes, you may long for a place where they know you by name. A place where you’re greeted every…

Green Pearls® fall bucket list: Ten things we want to experience right now

Green Pearls® fall bucket list: Ten things we want to experience right now

Off-season? Not a chance! Traveling in the fall is becoming increasingly popular. While the heat, extreme weather, and overcrowded vacation spots that characterize the traditional summer season are less appealing to many travelers, fall offers a whole new set of possibilities.

Vacations by the Lake and River, or: Why Freshwater Is So Valuable to Us

Vacations by the Lake and River, or: Why Freshwater Is So Valuable to Us

When you think of a vacation by the water, does the ocean come to mind first? No wonder—about 71% of the Earth’s surface is covered in water, and over 97% of that is saltwater. That’s more than enough reason for us to take a closer…

Mobility Fact Check – Key Statistics for Conscious Travel

Mobility Fact Check – Key Statistics for Conscious Travel

Did you know that, under certain conditions, the carbon footprint of four people in an SUV can be similar to that of a single person in an electric car? Or that a long-distance trip isn’t necessarily more problematic than several short trips within Europe? CO2…

Fitness Vacation: We take a look at the sporty offerings at special accommodation

Fitness Vacation: We take a look at the sporty offerings at special accommodation

Are you relaxed enough? Then it’s time to work out! These days, the general fitness craze has largely given way to a wellness trend. But, unfortunately, wellness doesn’t keep us fit! If you want to stay active on vacation—or finally make time for it—this article…