Eco Travel Videos

The 8th annual San Francisco Green Festival filled the Concourse Exhibition Center for three days — November 13/14/15, 2009. We arrived Saturday morning in time to catch Rob Holmes’ presentation in the West Hall’s lobby lounge. Rob is the founder of the Green Living Project, which promotes eco-adventure travel as an advocate for sustainable lifestyles in eleven countries. The focus of Saturday’s multimedia event was South America, specifically Brazil and Ecuador. It is a continuous struggle in these countries to maintain economic stability and preserve the rainforest.  In Brazil, the Cristalino Jungle Lodge is a viable eco-business catering to the ever growing interest in adventure travel. The lodge works closely with local schools to train, educate and employ students in a sustainable environment. The Maquipucuna Foundation, northwest of Quito and the Yachana Foundation, east of Tena are two featured eco-lodges in Ecuador.  Both lodges are actively involved in education and empowerment of the local populations while preserving the land and eco-systems. The building of schools and health clinics takes top priority, encouraging respect for oneself and the native environment. The propagation of local plants and seeds sustains viable farming practices and reduces the pressure on the wild plants. At the Yachana Foundation, twelve families now make a living by sustaining the forest instead of clear cutting. Equilibrio Azul in Pueblo Lopez, Ecuador works to maintain a healthy ocean environment by encouraging sustainable fishing practices.  Ocean clean-up, responsible garbage disposal and recycling are its main focus. It investigates causes of marine life deaths and educates fisherman in ways to maintain fish populations, insuring adequate food levels for future generations. Green Living Project plans its next expansion to be in Ecuador, then on to Panama and Costa Rica.  Corporate sponsors such as Timberland, National Geographic Adventure and REI make much of the work possible. A membership project is in the works to promote volunteerism, travel, product sales and donations. Green Living Project www.greenlivingproject.com 5757 Tobias Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91411 Rob Holmes – Founder A Recent Post From: Going Green | Greener Living Today Green Living Project - Featured at Green Festival SF

Machu Picchu Travel Educational VideoBy: Vizerra.com

Plan a dream vacation to an amazing eco destination.

Plan a dream vacation to an amazing eco destination.

Luxury cruises of exploration in the Galapagos Islands archipelago, Island to Island navigation with wonderful shore excursions that allow for close views of the unique wildlife found nowhere else. The Galapagos Odyssey is a 16 passenger yacht that offers luxurious accommodations for the disctintive expedition traveller, it is a liveaboard yacht custom designed for Galapagos cruising. There are spacious air conditioned cabin all with a panoramic oceanview and private facilities.

Come to discover this hidden Paradise in the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. The Eco Paraiso Hotel was designed and built to meet strict international ecological standards. Located between the Gulf of Mexico and the unique salt water inlet of Celestun, this little niche is rich with ecological wonders, home to many species of birds and a popular habitat for breeding sea turtles. A perfect getaway! Imagine walking by the hotel 3 mile secluded virgin beach full of shells, while you hear the sounds of the tranquil sea, watching the coastal birds or even the sea turtles nesting.Author: vinc3slas Tags: mexico yucatan eco paraiso hotel eco-travel eco-resort celestun eco-tourism sustainable development environment eco-lodge green travel inlet natural reserve biosphere hd canon hv20 merida Posted: 16 March 2009 Rating: 0.0 Votes: 0

The Rainforest Alliance’s SmartGuide to Sustainable Travel is now available! What’s The Green Strategy? Environmental responsibility is the new philosophy of many modern businesses says Joel Makower, Chairman and Executive Editor of GreenBiz.com. If we really want to do our part for the environment, reducing consumption is the way to go! Learn more at the Center for a New American Dream. Spread the word:

Author: IcelandAir Added: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:52:58 -0800 Duration: 61Find inspiration from Iceland's best-known natural wonders: breathtaking Glaciers, Geysers and Waterfalls. For those short on time but long on curiosity, this tour is offered with spring, winter and fall (Oct, Feb, Mar and Apr) versions; with the popular tour featuring a special sense of adventure with comfortable Land Rovers to provide transportation. Find out more at: http://www.icelandair.com/home/packages/nature/

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