While greenwashing might be on the rise, so are eco-champions that put community, culture, and the environment first without sacrificing comfort, luxury, or experience. A few favorites include the Cayuga Collection portfolio in Central America, with a particular spotlight on mother-daughter-owned Caribbean property Aguas Clares and Beyond Green-certified Arenas Del Mar in Manual Antonio, Costa Rica.
Also, Beyond Green-certified favorites include Three Camel Lodge in Mongolia, Parkside Hotel & Spa in Victoria, BC, and both Cavallo Point and Post Ranch Inn in California. Further afield, Bali stands out with sustainability leaders dedicated to environmental restoration and cultural preservation, such as B Corp-certified Desa Potato Head Club & Hotel, Hotel Indigo, The Legian in Seminyak, The Ritz-Carlton Mandapa in Ubud, and Plataran Menjangan in West Bali National Park.
In East Africa, conservation tourism continues to thrive, with pioneers like the Elewana Collection and African Bush Camps setting the standard. Additionally, ocean conservation tourism shines through community efforts in its Marine Protected Area and unique underwater room at The Manta Resort on Pemba Island, Tanzania.
