Not too long ago, I asked a hotel if there were any outdoor activities besides hiking. The answer: “Sure, of course.” I was told I could go for a walk! But I wasn’t satisfied. There had to be more! Thankfully, I received more original suggestions…

Every August, Borgomaro transforms into a vibrant festival village. It’s an Italian summer straight out of a picture book, complete with music, dancing, tradition, and warmth. Best of all, you’re right in the middle of it all at Relais del Maro, a very special hotel…

Eighty-three percent of travelers consider sustainable travel important, but only one in three actually practices it. The German Federal Environment Agency confirms that 62% of travelers want environmentally and/or socially responsible vacations. To help you turn your good intentions into reality, we have partnered with…

Following our articles on sustainable family vacation hotels in Germany, Austria and Peru, our journey now takes us to Italy. From the alpine panoramas of South Tyrol to the rolling hills of Liguria and the hidden beach of Sicily, we discover places where conscious traveling…

You drive to the Baltic Sea, take off your shoes, feel the sand under your feet, the sea breeze on your face, and what’s the first thing you buy? A fish sandwich! “It is a must at Timmendorfer Strand,” says hotel manager Michell Meister of…