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From throwing away to thinking forward: It’s time for a circular food system

From throwing away to thinking forward: It’s time for a circular food system

1.05 billion tons of food. According to the 2024 UNEP Food Waste Index Report, that is how much food was thrown away worldwide in 2022 alone. That equates to over a billion meals thrown away—every single day. Disturbingly, 60% of this food waste comes from…

Shiatsu is out; Gua Sha is in. Here are the massage trends for 2026

Shiatsu is out; Gua Sha is in. Here are the massage trends for 2026

When we think of a massage, most of us immediately picture warm hands, oil, and calming music. Pure relaxation. However, the world of massage has actually changed significantly in recent years—it’s often quieter in the spa, but louder in everyday life. For this article, I…

The Green Travel Calendar 2026: 12 months to travel countercyclically and even more sustainable

The Green Travel Calendar 2026: 12 months to travel countercyclically and even more sustainable

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. 

Pancakes with quinoa – original recipe from Peru

Pancakes with quinoa – original recipe from Peru

Quinoa is considered the ‘superfood of the Andes’. The sustainable Inkaterra hotels in Peru have shared their recipe for pancakes with quinoa, a classic breakfast dish made with this gluten-free pseudo-grain and an all-time favourite among their guests. The Inkaterra Hotels pioneered ecotourism in Peru…

Tree planting and climate protection: greenwashing or a meaningful contribution to more conscious travel?

Tree planting and climate protection: greenwashing or a meaningful contribution to more conscious travel?

When it comes to climate protection, planting trees is one of the most popular measures in the travel market. We often encounter claims such as “CO₂-compensated flights”, “net zero travel” or “climate-positive holidays”. But how effective and credible are tree-planting projects as part of climate…