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Book SynopsisHow can we explore the world in a way that respects the environment and local communities, but do so without sacrificing comfort? Renowned photographer Reto Guntli has photographed 25 beautiful destinations that combine sustainability, adventure, and upscale appeal. These hotels and resorts pay strict attention to complying with climate-related standards such as avoiding greenhouse gas emissions, conserving resources, and eliminating plastic. They all support the local people and are committed to preserving cultural heritage. Fantastic destinations such as the Genghis Khan Retreat in Mongolia, the Beau Rivage Palace in Switzerland, eco-lodges near Siwa Oasis in Egypt and the Finca Serena in Portugal offer a variety of activities and opportunities for relaxation, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of nature.
Text in English and German.
Trade Review"Stunning destinations with a sustainable focus feature in the coffee-table book This Must be Paradise." - Boat International
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION 4 SONEVA KIRI, THAILAND 7 SONEVA JANI, MALDIVES 15 SONEVA FUSHI, MALDIVES 25 JOALI BEING, MALDIVES 33 FOUR SEASONS LANDAA GIRAAVARU, MALDIVES 45 THE DATAI, MALAYSIA 55 BAWAH RESERVE, INDONESIA 67 BAMBU INDAH, BALI 79 THE LEGIAN SEMINYAK, BALI, INDONESIA 89 THE LEGIAN SIRE, LOMBOK, INDONESIA 97 SONG SAA, CAMBODIA 105 FOUR SEASONS THE NAM HAI, VIETNAM 115 GENGHIS KHAN RETREAT, MONGOLIA 125 PUSHKAR CAMEL FAIR, INDIA 137 ADRERE AMELLAL, EGYPT 147 KASBAH DE TOUBKAL, MOROCCO 157 MANOR HOUSES, PORTUGAL 165 FINCA SERENA, SPAIN 175 COQUILLADE PROVENCE RESORT & SPA, FRANCE 183 THE TORRIDON, SCOTLAND 195 WHATLEY MANOR, ENGLAND 205 HOTEL PALAFITTE, SWITZERLAND 215 BEAU RIVAGE PALACE, LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND 223 THE ALPINA GSTAAD, SWITZERLAND 235 BERGHUUS RADONS, SWITZERLAND 247 BIOS 254 SUSTAINABILITY ALLIANCE, PROGRAMS AND CERTIFICATION 255 IMPRINT 256
