Sustainable Transportation Methods
At bookdifferent.com we want to facilitate you with the right tools that will give you the right information and platform to book the most sustainable accommodations for your upcoming trips.
Tips for a Sustainable Springtime
Aaaahhh it’s that time of year again when flowers are blossoming, trees are brighter than ever, and our skins are getting kissed ever so gently again by the sun… springtime! We would love to advise you about several tips you might be able to use to enjoy this season more sustainably. So, if you want to go a bit deeper into the journey of sustainability but don’t want to totally overhaul your life you are at the right place!
The World’s Top 10 Sustainable Destinations: ITB Berlin Unveiling
5 considerations to celebrate carnival sustainably
Carnival is that time of year when everyone comes together to celebrate the diversity of cultures, exhilarating festivities and activities that are held within various cities across the globe
Sustainable accommodations in South of Portugal
Do you already know South of Portugal? We really fell in love with this beautiful Atlantic country.
An eco-trip to the top end of Australia’s Northern Territory
In Australia’s Northern Territory, the aboriginal population has a strong connection with land and traditions. It is essential to respect the local rules to have the experience we dreamed of.
5 ways to celebrate a sustainable valentine’s day
That special day of the year when lovers get together to celebrate their love is almost here.
2019 travel resolutions by bookdifferent.com
We wish you a happy 2019 with our tips for more fun and positive impact while traveling. Read this blog and get inspired.
4 sustainable winter destinations in Europe
When winter comes, we start dreaming about skiing down the crispy fresh slopes. We at bookdifferent.com off course look for the most sustainable options.
The 5 best winter hiking spots!
There’s nothing like soaking yourself in fresh air on a gorgeous hike. Hiking is the best way to travel, completely CO2 neutral! Hiking frees your mind and activates energy in your body, let’s go now!
Is travel our right? – the concept of right & when it’s just wrong
Is travelling our right, right? It is an interesting question which keeps our minds at bookdifferent quite busy.
3 amazing green cities!
We are always in the search for the latest news about cities that take the lead in improving on their sustainability strategy and performance and the good news is the number of cities that improve on this is growing rapidly.
5 stunning parks in London, UK!
London, a city for everyone to love and the place to be! Do you know that London has amazing hidden parks and secret gardens?
The best nightclubs in Tel Aviv, Israël!
Do you fancy a good night out? visit Tell Aviv! This city is nicknamed as the “Big Orange” thanks to its 24-hour lifestyle reminiscent of the Big Apple (New York).
The 5 best Halloween parties in the world!
Almost Halloween! Time to get spooky, do trick or treat or party all night long with Dracula or the wicked witch! We have selected the 5 best Halloween parties in the world for you to celebrate!
5 best family cities in the USA!
For every age a favourite thing to do during your city trip with your family. Many big cities host the coolest museums fitted for the younger ones, creepy castles to visit and much more!
Tips for community based travel!
Community based tourism is becoming popular and a great way to visit these remote communities, but it should have a positive impact, not a negative one. We have some tips for you to make sure you have a positive impact!
The worlds’ first dome hotel EcoCamp Patagonia, Chile!
Visit the worlds’ first dome hotel, EcoCamp Patagonia at he Torres del Paine National Park
The paradise for naturalists; the Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim, India!
All the way in the Himalayan mountains you can find this amazing sustainable national park which is also an UNENSCO World Heritage Site. The park is a top 100 sustainable destination by our partner Green Destinations!
Water from the mountains; Madi a Thavha, South Africa!
Madi a Thavha “water from the mountains”, is set in a beautiful and quiet valley of the Soutpansberg Mountains of northern Limpopo in South Africa. Madi a Thava is eco-certified by the FFT, which means they are sustainable!
Eco-friendly accommodation the Puri Dajuma Beach Eco-Resort & Spa, Bali!
We love to go on adventure, and this time we would like to take you to the West Bali National Park. The Puri Dajuma Beach Eco-Resort & Spa is loved for its beautiful but secluded location in the coastal town of Pekutatan in West Bali.
The 3 best countries when you’re vegetarian!
We don’t have to tell you that eating meat is not the best thing to eat if you are concerned about the planet, but it’s not always easy to not eat meat. Luckily there are more than enough alternatives nowadays, but what if you are on holiday? We have selected 3 great countries to travel to when you want to eat vegetarian!
Sustainable West Bali National Park, Bali!
Walk around in a wonderful world full of strange and rare fauna and flora at Plataran L’Harmonie, West Bali National Park. This little paradise is a green top 100 destination by our partner Green Destinations!
Sustainable destination Costa Rica!
Visit the breeding ground of sea turtles, take a zipline and fly above the rainforest and maybe even spot a leopard! Costa Rica; a stunning green country consisting of jungles, mystical forests, volcanoes and white beaches.
Sustainable destination Costa Rica!
Visit the breeding ground of sea turtles, take a zipline and fly above the rainforest and maybe even spot a leopard! Costa Rica; a stunning green country consisting of jungles, mystical forests, volcanoes and white beaches.
Sustainable the Pillar and Post Inn and Spa, Canada
The Pillar and Post Inn & Spa is one of our accommodations certified by Green Key Global. This Tuscany style fine-dining restaurant with an option to dine on a poolside patio under the stars and their 13,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor spa define this luxuries hotel.
Sustainable accommodation Puerto Bemberg Lodge, Argentina!
Nothing can top waking up in the middle of the jungle: stirred by squawking parakeets, you open the shutters to find the sun burning through the dawn mist. Butterflies flit among the flowers, hummingbirds hover nearby, and the scent of dew-covered foliage and rich red earth is in the air. This is the paradise of the Puerto Bemberg Lodge.
Two Romantic getaways
Going on a holiday with your love is a great way to discover each other, and an amazing way to discover the world! Show the love!
Sustainable destination Lake Holon, Philippines
Tucked away at 1,756 meters above sea level, deep in the hinterland of South Cotabato, you will find an amazing hidden destination full of magical and enchanting nature.
The 3 best accommodations to go off the grid!
Living in the digital century can be hard and exhausting. It’s time to go and refresh yourself, without any digital connection! Go off the grid and become zennnn again.
Sustainable destination Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland
Picture yourself hiking through a vast landscape of lush fjords, volcanic peaks, impressive sea cliffs, waterfalls, beautiful golden beaches and a sparkling ice cap… An absolute dream for the adventurous traveler!
The stunning Mandarin Oriental Milan, Italy!
Yes, city trips! As the summer is almost over we are preparing to travel to stunning cities and take a short break. Especially for this we have a new category, the urban jungle!
Eco-certified The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel, Hobart, Australia!
We all are fond of ecolabels. Today we want to tell you some more about EarthCheck and this amazing hotel; the Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel in Hobart, Australia!
Ecofriendly accommodation the MiM Hotel, Sitges, Spain
Have we convinced you to travel to the beautiful surroundings of Barcelona? It’s important to realize there are other, better places to go to when wanting to visit big (overcrowded) cities! We introduced the Costa Barcelona to you and hope you are inspired to travel to this amazing area instead of the city itself. To inspire you even more we have selected a fabulous ecofriendly hotel in Sitges!
Discover the hidden secrets of Mexico!
Mexico, what a country! With steaming jungles, snowcapped volcanoes, cactus-strewn deserts and 10,000km of coast strung with sandy beaches and wildlife-rich lagoons, Mexico is an endless adventure for the senses and a place where life is lived largely in the open air.
Sustainable destination Costa Barcelona!
We love it, Barcelona! But as the city is overcrowded, the wise decision is to travel somewhere else. We have discovered the stunning surroundings of Barcelona; Costa Barcelona!
Sustainable Watermark Beach Resort, in Osoyoos, Canada
Yesyesyes, it’s time again to talk about our favorite subject, our ecolabel partners and their fantastic accommodations! Today we love to talk with you about our esteemed partner Green Key Global!
Sustainable Design Hotel Maastricht, Netherlands
We’re fond of South Limburg and we love Maastricht. That’s why we would like to introduce you to the Designhotel Maastricht.
Stunning hiking routes across the world!
There are many ways to discover the world, by car, airplane, train, bike, foot and whatever else you can imagine! Off course, travelling by car or plane sounds easy because that are the beaten tracks.
Sustainable destination South Limburg, Netherlands
We would love to introduce you to a shining pearl in the South of the Netherlands, South Limburg and Maastricht! South Limburg is a top 100 sustainable destination by our esteemed partner Green Destinations.
The Jurys Inns in Belfast, North Ireland, the city the Titanic has been built
Stunning car-free cities around the world!
The medieval streets of Fes-al-Bali, Morocco is the largest car-free urban area in the world, most people get around by foot, donkey, or cart traffic
Eel lovers pay attention! Go to Lough Neagh, Northern Ireland
Lough Neagh is one of the greatest natural lake and wetland with very unique species and habitats worth visiting
bookdifferent’s category: tutti familia!
Looking for something that the whole family will love? How about a magical place to venture into the unknown?
Tilos, the first island to run on sun and wind energy!
Solar panels, a windmill and a plant that converts and bundles all generated energy. Tilos is ready to become the first island in the Mediterranean that mainly runs on sun and wind energy.
3 eco-friendly destinations over the world!
Yes, it’s travel time (but when is it not?)! Traveling may be fun, but travelers often damage the environment consciously or unconsciously. We have selected some new eco-friendly destinations especially for you, because we can’t get enough of it!
Eco- friendly Riad Le Rihani in Marrakech, Morocco!
The luxury of a Palace, the warmth of a familyhome, simplicity under the stars, welcome at the Riad Le Rihani!
Barcelona: een ecologisch walhalla!
Groen eten, slapen, shoppen, ondernemen... Ecologisch leven is helemaal hot! Dit is in Nederland te merken, maar ook zeker in het buitenland. Zo is Barcelona enorm in opkomst als het gaat om ecologie.
Eco hotels – Wat is een ecolabel en wat doen ze nu precies?
Overal in de wereld schieten eco-hotels omhoog, maar hoe weet je welke echt duurzaam zijn en welke alleen groen zijn?
CO², wat is er aan de hand?!
We houden allemaal van reizen, maar we weten ook allemaal dat we met onze reizen enorme hoeveelheden CO2 uitstoten.
