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Mar 18
Be Inspired! What’s Green About Best Western PLUS Kelowna Hotel and Suites

As more consumers become environmentally conscious, many businesses are discovering the benefits of going green. The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association is working hard to help businesses in the region improve their environmental impact to attract these consumers. But long before this was a consumer trend, the Best Western PLUS Kelowna Hotel & Suites has been making […]

Mar 17
Drone Helps Island Winery Slash Water Use

It’s not very often that I come across a new technology that is literally the best solution I have seen to many current agricultural issues. Sustainable Tourism member 40 Knots Vineyard and Estate Winery, located on Vancouver Island in the Comox Valley, has just proven how invaluable this new technology is by saving $11,000 over […]

Mar 16
Wickaninnish Inn shines gold on the West Coast

Sustainable Tourism member certified Gold Wickaninnish Inn is located on the furthest Western Coast of Vancouver Island in Tofino, BC. The Inn sits on a rocky point, perfectly connecting the rugged coastal forest with the golden sands of Chesterman Beach. While visiting the resort for their assessment, Darrrell and I began our tour of the Wick […]

Mar 15
What’s Green About Eagle Wing Tours

Visitor’s have ranked Eagle Wing Tours #1  for whale watching since 2007. Located at Fisherman’s Wharf in Victoria, BC, the company offers guaranteed whale sightings to guests between May and October, viewing Orcas, Humpbacks, Minke whales as well as other marine animals. Here are the top 5 things that are green about this Sustainable Tourism Gold member: […]

Mar 14
What’s Green About A Three Hour Sail

For over forty years, Tall Ship Thane has provided sailing memories to thousands of guests in Victoria BC’s inner harbour. Owner and captain, Rob McCallum, is always focused on improving the sustainability performance, and feels that Sustainable Tourism Certification is a perfect fit. Here are the top 5 things that are green about A Three […]

Mar 13
What’s Green About Cedar House Restaurant and Chalets

Cedar House Restaurant and Chalets are situated on 10 acres of secluded mountainside, 5 minutes south of Golden, BC. Besides helping guests relax and unwind into the Rocky Mountain lifestyle, here are the top 5 unique green things they do: Rooms and common areas have extremely user-friendly recycling facilities (Photo credit: Cedar House Chalets) An […]

Mar 12
What it means to be a sustainable business and Certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat at Royston House B&B

A blue heron perches on a rock between the Royston Wrecks and K’omoks estuary, which also happens to be directly in front of Royston House B&B. This Comox Valley Bed and Breakfast was awarded Sustainable Tourism Gold this past January, and owners Ross and Nancy Munro invited me to return to the property when the yard was in […]

Mar 11
What’s Green About Logden Lodge

With 4 cabins set on 42 acres of private forest at the foot of the Selkirk mountains, Logden Lodge offers a unique backcountry holiday experience in the Central Kootenay region of BC. Owners Paul and Annelies are doing a lot of sustainability actions as Green Tourism Canada gold members, but here are the top 5 […]

Mar 10
What’s Green About SunLund By-The-Sea

SunLund By-The-Sea is nestled in the peaceful harbour community of Lund, British Columbia. The campground and RV park and camping facilities boast 2 (soon to be 3) comfortable cabins and 33 camp sites. Owners Ann and Ron have gone to great lengths to organize and facilitate an increasingly sustainable experience for their guests and have […]