Sustainable Travel Experiences in Mexico and the Maldives for World Oceans Day
Sustainable travel continues to top lists of travel trends around the world for 2022 as tourists increasingly search for destinations and hotels where they can give back to the environment and reduce their carbon footprint while simultaneously doing what they love. At Las Brisas Ixtapa in Ixtapa, Mexico, and Baros Maldives, conservation of the surrounding environment is a top priority, and in observance of World Oceans Day (June 8). Check out these celebrated properties that help better the environment and highlight ways travelers can give back and travel mindfully throughout their trip.
Baros Maldives – At Baros, located on its own beautiful private island in the Maldives surrounded by one of the only natural reefs in the destination, sustainability has always been at the forefront of their values. In addition to keeping operations green, the resort offers a variety of programs that guests can participate in with the island’s in-house marine biologist to help protect its surrounding environment.
These include:
Coral Reef Rehabilitation Program
o Guests can work with Baros’ resident marine biologist and participate by collection broken, but still living, coral fragments from the seabed and attaching them to Baros’ island-made coral tables.
o In order to participate, guests can sponsor a part of the reef while at the resort for $150. Once they sponsor, they work with the in house marine biologist to collect broken (but still living) pieces of coral from the seabed and attach them to the surrounding coral tables. After implantation, participants will receive updates on how their sponsored section of coral is growing every six months for two years. Guests can also sponsor part of the reef rehabilitation without physically taking part in the transplantation process.
EcoDive Center
o Baros was the first EcoDive Center in the Maldives to be certified by International Reef Check, which scientifically monitors, restores and maintains the health of coral reefs around the world.
o The team at Baros is passionate about protecting the underwater environment of the Maldives. Each dive is led by an expert and are designed to preserve this precious world and ensure minimum impact on the environment while guiding you to unforgettable underwater experiences.
Las Brisas Ixtapa – Every year millions of sea turtles make their way to the beaches of Ixtapa – Zihuatanejo to lay their eggs. For those keen on witnessing the phenomena of the hatchlings and support their safe journey into the sea for the first time should consider a stay at Las Brisas Ixtapa. This coastal resort has undergone the necessary protocols to receive a federal permit allowing them to shelter and release these magnificent animals. Designed by award-winning architect Ricardo Legoretta, Las Brisas Ixtapa was designed to look like a mountain and blend seamless into its beautiful, lush surroundings. Over the years, the hotel has embraced its natural surroundings through event like the sea turtle release parties and nature walks exposing guests to the local flora and fauna.
