Lise Tyrrell has spent over 20 years turning her love for tropical getaways into a mission for sustainable travel. In 2002, she founded Eco-TropicalResorts.com—a platform dedicated to listing sustainable lodges—and later co-created the Online Eco Rating, a simple, budget-friendly certification for lodges to prove their sustainable credentials. She teamed up with Jem Winston, a sustainability pioneer behind Dominica’s 3 Rivers Eco Lodge and Rosalie Forest (both featured on her site), to ensure the system works for real-world travelers and businesses.
When she’s not exploring rainforests or testing reusable travel gear, Lise shares practical tips to help you vacation sustainably—without sacrificing adventure. Think of her as your sustainably conscious friend with a knack for finding hidden gems that love the planet as much as you do.
When you take a holiday, make it a low waste holiday. It’s usually your time each year to seek a little luxury and comfort. However, some of the ways that we choose to indulge on our time off can produce a lot of harmful waste. Luckily, by making more mindful choices, it’s possible to have […]
People are asking are eco-resorts safe? The Pandemics Impact on some of our EcoLodges has varied. Tourists are planning travel again, and I thought people might be interested in how the Lodges are doing. Some of the lodges are closed, though hopefully they will re-open once tourism gets going again. But some of the EcoLodges […]
What’s the Difference between Sustainable and Renewable Energy? Some people use sustainable and renewable Energy interchangeably. But there’s actually a difference. Sustainable energy comes from sources that don’t need to be renewed. Think solar and wind, which are 2 sources that are endless. Renewable Energy isn’t endless but can be renewed with certain actions. Think […]
What makes a Sustainable Ecolodge There are 5 Parts of what makes a Sustainable Ecolodge, as there are 5 parts to our Online Eco Rating. The parts include energy, water, recycling and waste, land and nature conservation, and community. These 5 areas are able to be measured, that adds credibility and verification for a lodge. […]
Ecohelpline is celebrating it’s 5th year this month. It has been a lot of fun for me working with Jem Winston of 3 Rivers Dominica and Rosalie Forest Eco Lodge who I had the pleasure of spending 2 weeks with in Dominica at his eco lodge. This really helped me see first hand all the fun […]
With the arrival of the Coronavirus pandemic in our lives, the concept of tourism is changing. Therefore we need to address tourism in a post Coronavirus World.Most countries still have some form of travel restrictions in place. And it seems that at least some of those restrictions, and probably some new ones, may be with […]
Gorilla Habituation Adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National park Table of contents Gorilla Habituation Experience When Mountain Gorillas are habituated Batwa pygmies in trouble Batwa Development Program Start your adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with gorilla habituation. The Uganda Wildlife Authority introduced the mountain gorillas’ habituation experience in January 2014. The habituation adventure will cost […]
More gorilla Trekking FAQs Frequently asked questions (FAQS) about Gorilla Trekking Below are some Gorilla Trekking FAQs submitted by Green World Safaris What time of the year should I travel to see the gorillas? The gorillas can be visited any time of the year. Be aware that it can rain any day of the year […]
Boutique Hotel When you are planning a trip there are many factors to consider. From initial packing and asking for time off of work, to transportation and budget, it can quickly become overwhelming. One choice that can be both exciting and easy is picking out your accommodation. When it comes to picking your hotel, consider […]
Find the Bali of your dreams at Bali Eco Stay Indonesia: villagers that believe in karma and don’t lock their doors; untouched tropical island beauty; vast rice terraces and mountain spring water that tastes far better than anything bottled. Discover Bali Eco Stay Indonesia: a haven for conscious travelers and nature lovers. Nestled in its […]
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