Eco-Friendly Travel Experiences

Thinking of becoming one with nature this summer? The best travel experiences leave a mark on your memory ― not the planet. So, consider these eco-friendly travel experiences.

So, what is eco-friendly travel? Beyond packing reusable items and using public transport when possible, consider choosing destinations where your activities give back to the planet and local communities. From nature-based experiences and carbon-neutral stays to properties that actively support local farmers, artisans and ecosystems, sustainable travel offers a smarter, more conscious way to see the world.

Six Eco-Friendly Experiences to Make this a Summer to Remember

Let’s get on-board the eco-travel train. Below, you’ll find six unique summer getaways where sustainability is woven into each experience. And yes, they all come with beautiful accommodations, immersive activities, and those little luxuries that make travel feel like magic!

Celebrate Sea Turtle Week at The Four Seasons Resort | St. Kitts & Nevis

Every July, the Four Seasons Nevis partners with the Sea Turtle Conservancy for Sea Turtle Week — a conservation-focused, guest-friendly experience that gets you up close with one of the island’s most beloved (and endangered) residents: the hawksbill sea turtle.

This year, pack your bags for Sea Turtle Week from July 8-12. You’ll get up close and personal with these incredible creatures by joining in on turtle-tracking walks, witness tag-and-release events, and participate in hands-on, family-friendly activities right on Pinney’s Beach.

Just because this eco-luxe destination feels like another world, doesn’t mean getting there is a trek. JetBlue now offers direct flights to St. Kitts and Nevis from JFK, making your journey simple and seamless.

Book with me to unlock: Exclusive Four Seasons Preferred Partner amenities, including daily breakfast, upgrades, resort credits and more.

Bee Amazed at the Meliponarium Experience Chable’ Yucatan | Mexico

At this restored hacienda in the Yucatán jungle, you’ll find both luxury and eco-living. The main attraction? Chablé’s meliponarium — a sanctuary for the sacred, stingless Melipona bees. These are one of North America’s only native bee species, and are highly revered in Mayan culture.

Here, you’ll learn about ancient beekeeping traditions from local experts, explore the role bees play in the ecosystem (they are responsible for one-third of the food on your plate!), and experience a honey tasting with this liquid gold straight from the hive.

Book with me to unlock: A $50 resort credit, daily breakfast, upgrades and extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Get Sea-Smart with the Junior Marine Biology Program at Six Senses Laamu | Maldives

At Six Senses Laamu, sustainability runs as deep as the turquoise waters that surround it. Here, every detail — from the thatched-roof villas made with reclaimed wood to the reef-safe toiletries — supports marine preservation and mindful travel.

For families, the Junior Marine Biology program turns a vacation into a once-in-a-lifetime learning odyssey. Kids team up with real marine biologists from the Maldives Underwater Initiative for snorkeling adventures, eco-labs, and creative conservation projects. By the end, they’ll have earned a Junior Marine Biologist certificate and a new passion for ocean protection!

Book with me to unlock: A $100 food and beverage credit, complimentary massage for two, daily breakfast, upgrades and extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Grow Green Thumbs with Seedlings Aloha Camp at 1 Hotel Hanlei Bay | Kaua’i, Hawaii

At 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, the whole family can enjoy the beauty of sustainability. While the adults can gain home inspiration from their zero-waste kitchens and partake in a few garden-to-glass cocktails, younger adventurers gain exclusive access to The Seedlings Aloha Camp.

This immersive program gives kids a chance to engage with Kaua’i’s ecosystem through tidepool walks, upcycled art projects, gardening and planting activities, eco-themed storytelling and more. It’s fun, thoughtful, and designed to spark lifelong curiosity in helping our planet thrive.

Book with me to unlock: A $100 resort credit, daily breakfast, upgrades and extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Go Deep with Archaeo-Bio Snorkeling at Botania Relais & Spa | Ischia, Italy

Located on the lush island of Ischia, Botania Relais & Spa blends boutique charm with serious sustainability cred. You’ll feel good about booking at this Green Globe-certified resort, meaning it’s been given the sustainable travel organization’s rigorous stamp of approval. (Green Globe’s criteria and values are aligned with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, an authority in this space.)

One of its most unique offerings? Archaeo-bio snorkeling. You’ll dive into the protected marine area to explore ancient Roman ruins and vibrant sea life in one unbelievable swim.

Prefer dry land? Hike Mount Epomeo (go rigorous or relaxed), then refuel with a traditional Ischian meal cooked underground using the island’s natural geothermal heat.

Book with me to unlock: A $50 resort credit, daily breakfast, upgrades and extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Feed Your Curiosity at Gracie’s Farm School at The Lodge at Blue Sky | Utah

Here, farm-to-table starts with your own two hands. This luxury stay in the mountains also offers the chance to dig in, connect with the land, and learn from women leading the charge in regenerative farming.

Summers at Gracie’s Farm invite you to spend the day with the farm team (a.k.a. the “farm-hers”), harvesting produce, learning soil science, and enjoying the fruits of your labor with a beautiful farm lunch.

Book with me to unlock: A $100 resort credit, $50 daily breakfast credit, upgrades and extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Whether you’re traveling with kids, solo, or as a couple, there’s an eco-friendly travel experience calling your name. Let’s find one that fits your style and leaves the world a little better than you found it!

Ready to start planning? Reach out soon to get started building your perfect summer escape.

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