sustainability | Taking the Kids

A California moray eel comes out to greet us

Monterey Bay Aquarium: An amazing place to spark curiosity and wonder for a learner of any age

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Post published:September 16, 2019
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When I entered the “Tentacles” exhibit of the Monterey Bay Aquarium in Monterey, CA, all I could think to myself was “I am amazed!” I had so many questions

The Westin has launched Project Rise ThreadForward, a sustainability program that collects, processes and reweaves hotel bed linens into pajamas for needy children

Traveling greener in honor of Earth Day

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Post published:April 12, 2018
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In honor of Earth Day (Sunday, April 22), let’s remember how easy it is to do your bit to help end plastic pollution when you are traveling — and teach the kids a lesson in the process

Locals netting fish near Jicaro Island Ecolodge

At Jicaro Island Ecolodge, sustainability is a passion

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Post published:December 6, 2013
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At Jicaro Island Ecolodge almost everything is locally sourced and sustainable. The food is delicious. And the scraps from the kitchen feed the pigs on a nearby farm whose waste produces methane cooking gas for the local farmers.