The hotel industry currently accounts for approximately 1% of global carbon emissions. On top of this, it is responsible for a great deal of unnecessary waste including that of food and plastic. In order to combat environmental degradation across the [...]
The Galapagos Islands - located 1000 kilometres off the coast of Ecuador - are unique for a number of reasons. Made infamous by Charles Darwin's theory of evolution in the 1800s, the islands are home to some amazing flora and [...]
It's not uncommon in today's society for guests to want to book sustainable accommodation - that which cares for the environment, people and animals in a destination. But how can you know whether a hotel is sustainable, or not? Should [...]
The iconic Galapagos Tortoise is in many ways a symbol of the Galapagos Islands. Giant in size, compared of 13 species and living for more than one hundred years (the record being 175 years), Galapagos Tortoises are incredible creatures. During a [...]
In 2021, the actor Leonardo Di Caprio announced funding of $43 million towards an ambitious rewilding project in the beautiful Galapagos Islands. Protecting the fragile ecosystems which exist on the islands and reintroducing a number of extinct species is the [...]
Craving an adventure? Dreaming of a week packed with stunning nature and wonderful wildlife? The Galapagos Islands is the destination for you. The rugged Galapagos Islands are volcanic and their coastlines are unmatched; like nowhere else in the world. Perfect [...]
Sustainable, family-friendly Isabela Island Accommodation The Galapagos Islands are home to tight knit communities, endless wildlife and phenomenal landscapes. At Chez Manany Galapagos Ecolodge, guests are provided with not only accommodation, but incredible, intimate and well-informed Galapagos stays. Sharing the [...]
The Galapagos Islands have a reputation for being remote, wild and ideal for the adventurous type, whilst Galapagos family vacations are lesser-spoken about. However, the truth is there is a lot to do on a family vacation in the Galapagos [...]
The Galápagos Islands are indeed a special place and if you are a nature and animal lover then this definitely needs to be your next holiday destination. A two-hour flight away from the coast of Ecuador takes you to this [...]
For budget travellers, those with sustainability at the front of their minds and those wanting to avoid the crowds, visiting the Galapagos without a tour sounds rather inviting. In this short blog, we address the question; "can you visit the [...]
