A few hotels in Greece embarked on a pilot project to implement the EETLS in Greece. They worked diligently to obtain the challenging certification and have been listed on our site. While this particular scheme seems to have stopped here in Greece, we still want to recognize the members who have embraced the commitment to […]
We are happy to highlight partnerships with our friends at the International Ecotourism Club, which is also based in Greece! The Club has been working for many years to promote ecotourism and further its aims which are in total harmony with our aims at Ecotourism-Greece. The academic and research-led inputs that the Ecoclub has produced […]
The booking platform Hotels Combined has developed the EcoHotels & Responsible Tourism Initiative which helps hotels green their property and build an environmental philosophy. Hotels in Greece that have embraced this route to going green can be recognized with this logo.
The Greek National Tourism Organization has introduced a noteworthy certificate for restaurants that prepare high quality authentic Greek cuisine. Many family hotels and guesthouses also have their own restaurants, and some of these have become certified through this noble initiative. You’re guaranteed excellent local cuisine and fabulous gastronomy wherever you see this symbol/certificate.
The EU Ecolabel can be seen on many products and services across Europe. Many are surprised to learn that it also certifies hotel properties and campsites as well! The label was one of the very first that appeared on the hospitality certification arena, with focus on limiting energy consumption, water consumption and waste production. The […]
Over a dozen organic farm properties have come together under the umbrella of Eco Zakynthos, along with other local businesses that highlight tradition, culture and ecotourism. Genuine people, local farms and wonderful experiences await eco-friendly tourists who want to see a more authentic side of Zante or Zakynthos. An olive press, organic winery and organic […]
Bravo to Radisson Hospitality for having a deeply entrenched green philosophy with its Think Planet strategy. The latter strives towards reducing the carbon footprint, water footprint and waste that every one of its hotels generates. As much as 80% of all Radisson’s hotels are eco-labelled. In Greece there are two Radisson properties, one in Athens […]
In cooperation with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), this Australian-led initiative began in 2007 with a symbolic lights-out gesture once a year to promote sustainable energy practices. Earth Hour has grown so much more since then and has been embraced by many businesses and hotels across Greece. It raises awareness about environmental issues and the […]
Established in 1993, the Inspection and Certification Organization of Organic Products (DIO) has been certifying the produce of organic producers around Greece. Since often there is a crossover in the country between organic farming and agritourism businesses, the DIO has by default become involved in highlighting locally produced organic products in some hospitality businesses. The […]
With the backing of organizations such as the European Cyclists’ Federation and the EU-funded Iron Curtain Trail, Cyclists Welcome Hellas evaluated and certified hotels that are friendly to bikers. Hotels had to criteria such as offering healthy breakfast, space to store or park bikes, basic maintenance equipment and more. While the program ended a few […]