The Global Basecamps Blog

Best of Basecamps: Pole Pole - “Take it easy” in an exclusive eco-resort

7.20.2010
by kelley
Pole Pole Eco-Resort on Mafia Island, Tanzania

Pole Pole, which means “take it easy” or “slowly, slowly” in Swahili, is one of the world’s most exclusive eco-resorts. With an ideal location in the Mafia Island Marine Park of Tanzania and only seven bungalow suites, Pole Pole provides the ultimate in the deserted island (with five star service) experience--the best of both worlds, if you ask me!

Breaking Down the Sustainable Hotel: Energy Efficiency

7.16.2010
by josh

So far we’ve talked about two aspects of sustainability: community outreach and sustainable construction management. Today, we’ll add one more element to the mix to further break down what makes a hotel sustainable: energy efficiency!

In America, energy efficiency is a well-known face of the green movement. With US EPA initiatives like Energy Star, regional water conservation campaigns, and fluorescent light bulb displays in every IKEA, Americans are often asked to conserve and make their homes more energy efficient.

A common phenomenon in hotels now is to encourage guests to reuse towels and sheets to conserve water. However, real sustainable hotels take it a step further, using creativity to build energy efficiency into the building’s architecture.

Top Tips for Travel in India

7.15.2010
by kelley

Curious about exploring India? From ancient cities to some of the most luxurious heritage hotels in the world, travel expert, Andres, shares his advice on how to plan an amazing adventure.

Best In Travel Blogs: Almost Fearless - Lifestyles of the brave and wireless

7.12.2010
by kelley

Almost Fearless Christine GilbertIf you love to travel, which if you are reading this I assume you do, the standard 9 to 5 and two week vacation a year job can definitely cramp your style. The good news is: winning the lottery isn’t your only way out of the rat race. In our search for the best in travel blogs, we’ve found someone who will not only inspire you to follow your vagabond dreams, but who can help you plan your escape and become a successful digital nomad. Christine Gilbert, creator of AlmostFearless.com ditched her Fortune 500 corporate job in 2008 and has been traveling and working as a freelance writer ever since. With the tagline "Work Wirelessly. Travel the World. Do Anything." it isn’t surpising that her site has become one of the most popular travel blogs on the web. She is currently living in Bogotá, Colombia and will be on her way to Thailand in September. What we admire most about her is her passion for empowering others to follow in her footsteps and make their long-term travel fantasies a reality.

Laws Gone Green-- too little or too crazy?

7.12.2010
by josh


cc licensed flickr photo shared by net_efekt

Sometimes people waste and exploit the environment to the point where it's not just irresponsible— it's also a crime. So it really didn't take long before governments started to address these crimes against the environment through concrete legislation.

It seems like governments worldwide are catching on to the green movement in unique ways. We’ve found three laws that will most certainly help the environment, but are also bound to be controversial.

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