The island – a dropout’s place of longing. At least that’s how the often-quoted phrase “I’m ready for the island”, sung by Peter Cornelius in his 1981 hit, came about. Islands fascinate us. Far away from everything. Needing to cross the sea for anyone to reach you. Ideal for getting away from daily stress and responsibilities. However, sea levels are rising and many island paradises are likely to disappear in the coming decades. All the more reason why we as travelers shouldn’t rush to plan our next island getaway before it’s no longer possible. Instead, now is the time to take a hard look at ..read more

Fancy some homemade pasta? And of course, it has to be “truly Italian”! According to chef Giuseppe Schimmenti, the secret lies in the flour. He uses ancient Sicilian grains for his Maltagliati at the ADLER Spa Resort SICILIA. And he revealed his Maltagliati recipe to us! ? Easy to prepare and versatile in combination – for example with tomato sauce, sage butter, vegetables, or fresh mushrooms.   Chef Giuseppe SchimmentiAncient grain Senatore Cappelli – the secret of the Maltagliati In Sicily, where the ADLER Resort SICILIA welcomes its guests, around 50 different varieties of ancient cere ..read more

Glaciers are considered “ambassadors of the climate crisis” and, as recent studies show, they are disappearing (even) faster than expected. In the Swiss resort town of Zermatt on the Matterhorn, you can witness this firsthand. Today, we’ll take a look at the basic facts to help you understand what glacier retreat means and implies. Furthermore, after the famous Ötzi, more ice mummies are expected to emerge in Austria’s Ötztal valley.   Global warming is causing the glacier retreat  Winter is supposed to be over in April. But not in the high Alps above 3,000 meters: There is often sno ..read more

This is an update of our article on sustainable yoga hotels from July 4, 2023 and contains current dates for yoga retreats 2024. Namaste. Do you feel like you’re missing out on your schedule? Well, lying down on the beach might do the trick. But it doesn’t give you a strategy for dealing with your stress in general. So when you get home, it’s bound to come back. How about a week of daily yoga instead? Here are nine sustainable yoga hotels in Thailand, Indonesia, Spain, Italy, and Germany. In the end, you also get a free yoga tutorial!   Yoga by the Atlantic Ocean at the OCÉANO Health Spa ..read more

This is the second part of our Peru Travel Guide. In the first part, we provided important information on how to prepare for a sustainable trip to Peru and described the sights in the Andes and in the south (i.e. Machu Picchu to Lake Titicaca). In addition to the fascinating mountains, in Peru you have the opportunity to experience a real jungle adventure in the Amazon rainforest. You can expect almost daily afternoon rains, very high humidity, high temperatures and extremely dense vegetation. You will find more species of plants and animals here than anywhere else on earth.   Sustainable ..read more

This is the fourth part in our series “Tips for a sustainable weekend getaway”. Every three weeks, you can expect a new green inspiration on our blog! You’re expecting your first baby, and you already know it’s going to change your relationship forever. You will no longer be just a couple; you will be parents! A babymoon weekend is the perfect time to reconnect as a couple. And Hotel Klosterhof Alpine Hideaway & Spa has a special offer for you.   Wellness and relaxation for expectant parents The health and wellness hotel Klosterhof Alpine Hideaway & Spa in Bayerisch Gmain is situa ..read more

Peru is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating countries in South America. Wherever you go, you will discover cultural and natural treasures that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. To preserve them, we ask ourselves how a trip like this can be made sustainable. After all, we want to avoid disturbing sites like the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu. The ruins have already been forced to close in 2023 due to erosion caused by too many visitors. Here you will find important tips and addresses for an environmentally friendly and respectful stay and, of course, many recommendations for tr ..read more

Space and the underwater world have more in common than you might think. Or not. In fact, the depths of our oceans are even less explored than the universe. We have no idea what’s down there, what life is there, or how. It is this strangeness that I personally find so fascinating about scuba diving. As a diver, you experience the underwater world in a very special and unique way and learn first-hand why environmental protection and marine conservation are so important.   The Fascination of Diving We are as alien underwater as we are in space, and as dependent on technical assistance. Movi ..read more

Super moist and simply delicious – that’s the buckwheat cake with chocolate and nuts from Naturhotel Outside. Located in Austria’s Hohe Tauern National Park, the hotel has many nature-loving guests who look forward to coffee and cake after a hike. One of the most popular cakes is the buckwheat cake, whose recipe we reveal here. What makes it special is that it contains no flour, sugar, eggs, or butter – and you won’t miss any of them!   Buckwheat Superfood Buckwheat is known as a pseudo grain because it is wheat-free and therefore gluten-free. This relatively undemanding plant grows in Eu ..read more

Two weeks ago, we reported on trail running as an athletic discipline and introduced you to various running routes of our Green PearlsⓇ partners in Germany. Now we’ve added more routes and events in Italy, Austria, Croatia and Switzerland. So let us inspire you to explore your destination in a sporty and sustainable way – easy going or really ambitious while trail running in Europe.   Trail running – Tips for the organization of your run The first thing to do when running trails – especially on new terrain – is to start slow! Get used to the new surface. Once you feel warmed up and confid ..read more