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“Virginia
Green helps preserve and protect Virginia’s natural environment,
which
is one of our greatest tourism attractions,” Governor Kaine said.
“It also helps support our
economy, as research shows that travelers who are passionate about
protecting the
environment are more willing to patron businesses that are working
to reduce their
environmental impact.” |
The American Society of
Travel Agents offers the
following eco-friendly
travel tips:
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Respect
the frailty of the
Earth. Leave only
footprints; take only
pictures.
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To make
your travels more
meaningful, educate
yourself about the
geography, customs,
manners, and cultures of
the region you visit.
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Do not
buy products made from
endangered plants or
animals.
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Always
follow designated
trails.
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Learn
about and support
conservation-oriented
programs and
organizations working to
preserve the
environment.
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Whenever
possible, walk, hike or
paddle.
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Patronize those members
of the travel industry
who advance energy and
environmental
conservation; water and
air quality; recycling;
safe management of waste
and toxic materials;
noise abatement;
community involvement;
are dedicated to strong
principles of
conservation.
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GOVERNOR KAINE DECLARES APRIL AS ‘VIRGINIA
GREEN TRAVEL MONTH’
“By conserving energy and reducing
our costs, we are better able to serve our community and meeting
planners,” said Courtney Dyer, Virginia Beach Convention Center
General Manager. “The Convention Center’s commitment to the
environment is not only a preferred amenity, but more frequently
a requirement for meeting planners looking to book their
conventions. Recent trends in the tourism and hospitality
industry indicate that clients are very interested in doing
business with environmentally conscious organizations.”
Tourism is one of Virginia’s most powerful industries,
generating $19 billion in revenue, supporting 210,000 jobs and
providing $1.2 billion in state and local taxes for Virginia
communities.
“The intent of the Virginia Green travel program is to move a
very large industry towards greener practices that benefit the
environment, their customers and ultimately their businesses,”
said Alisa Bailey, President and CEO of the Virginia Tourism
Corporation. “These practices are a first step in ensuring the
sustainability of our industry.”
Visit
Virginia Green Travel
for a complete list of Virginia Green
certified lodging properties, restaurants, attractions and more.
The site also has convenient links to Virginia state parks,
outdoor adventure programs, the Virginia Birding and Wildlife
Trail, eco- friendly events, green getaways and travel tips. Or
call 1-800-VISITVA to request a free Virginia is for Lovers –
Live Passionately travel guide.
Travelers who are passionate about preserving and protecting the
environment are checking into Virginia
Green.
The
Claiborne House is dedicated to conservation and the preservation
of this beautiful land. We use linens, fine china and glassware
- vintage so we are recycling and reusing. Use a high
efficiency washer and dryer with no bleach. We encourage
recreation like hiking, walking, biking, kayaking, fishing,
birding and wildlife trail photography. Anything and everything
to get us out and about and enjoy what Virginia has to offer.
Your
innkeeper's new catch phrase
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“Geo-travelers – hike bike swim or paddle” whichever you
choose get out here to
Virginia, she's a
real beauty!
Franklin County's
Only
Certified
Green
Historic Bed &
Breakfast Inn
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