Green Concierge Travel

Resources to learn more …

Vineyards in Napa.
More and more vineyards practice biodynamic farming principals as part of their practices because they realize it improves the quality of their wines while protecting the quality of their property. Learn more - take a regional tour! Photo from CA Board of Tourism.

Ecotourism and Ecotravel
The International Ecotourism Society defines ecotourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people." This means that those who implement and participate in ecotourism activities should follow the following principles:

• Minimize impact
• Build environmental and cultural awareness and respect
• Provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts
• Provide direct financial benefits for conservation
• Provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people
• Raise sensitivity to host countries' political, environmental, and social climate
• Support international human rights and labor agreements

You can find more information about the principles of ecotourism online.

Travel Philanthropy
Green Concierge Travel encourages its clients to participate in Travel Philanthropy. Travel Philanthropy is the practice of giving back to the destination. This can be through volunteer work and, or donations to an organization working to protect the local culture and environment. For each itinerary, Green Concierge Travel will make a recommendation to the client for travel philanthropy.

Green Globe Certification
Green Globe is the worldwide benchmarking and certification program for the travel and tourism industry. Learn more about our program, credentials and international network. You can find more about the Green Globe program online.