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Planting trees for the climate: pure greenwashing or a real opportunity for sustainable travel?

Planting trees for the climate: pure greenwashing or a real opportunity for sustainable travel?

When it comes to climate protection, planting trees is one of the most popular measures in the travel market. We often encounter promises such as “CO₂-neutral flights”, “a planted tree instead of room cleaning”, “net zero travel” and even “climate-positive holidays”. But just how sustainable…

This is what solo travel for men will look like in 2026

This is what solo travel for men will look like in 2026

Solo travel is becoming an increasingly popular trend, and now it’s popular among men, too. Just recently? Well, historically speaking, the most famous travelers were men: Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta, and Alexander von Humboldt, to name a few. Male solo travelers also dominate the ranks…

Calmcation—is it worth paying for the opportunity to do nothing?

Calmcation—is it worth paying for the opportunity to do nothing?

Simply doing nothing. Consciously enjoying sweet idleness. This may not sound groundbreaking, but it has recently developed into a travel trend called “calmcation.” You might be asking yourself: “Do I really need to take a vacation solely for that?” Our answer: You should at least…

Green & Gorgeous: The most beautiful rooms in sustainable hotels worldwide

Green & Gorgeous: The most beautiful rooms in sustainable hotels worldwide

“All of our rooms are beautiful.” That’s what many of our hotel partners said when I asked them about their “best room.” But it turns out that there really is such a thing: that special room where you can arrive, marvel, and immediately feel at…

Sustainable outdoor activities for those who don’t feel like hiking

Sustainable outdoor activities for those who don’t feel like hiking

Not too long ago, I asked a hotel if there were any outdoor activities besides hiking. The answer: “Sure, of course.” I was told I could go for a walk! But I wasn’t satisfied. There had to be more! Thankfully, I received more original suggestions…