Travel Sustainably furnished: Hotels with handmade wooden furniture Marilou Cabatingan, 07/10/202508/15/2025 The BarBarossa at Hotel Klosterhof was designed by master craftsmen Philipp Haas + Söhne. The wooden elements on the ceiling reflect the layout of the room. ©Günther StandlDo you enjoy sustainable travel and have a passion for design and wooden furniture? Then you’re just like me! Before I moved to… Continue Reading
Travel Watching wild animals on vacation requires respect and patience Marilou Cabatingan, 07/02/202508/15/2025 It’s a wonderful experience to observe animals in their natural environment. Imagine seeing a deer at dawn or a buzzard gliding over the fields. Now, imagine seeing wild animals on vacation that you’ve only ever seen at the zoo. A rhinoceros is right in front of you. You know it’s… Continue Reading
Lifestyle Flying high while paragliding in Germany, Europe, and the world Marilou Cabatingan, 06/27/202508/28/2025 We have made the dream of flying come true with airplanes and the like. But it does not really feel like it. The sun is missing in our faces, the wind on our skin, and the unrestricted view of the small world beneath our feet.The true feeling of being airborne… Continue Reading
Travel Holidays are family time – sustainable holidays in special family hotels Marilou Cabatingan, 06/24/202508/15/2025 family hotels offer more than green oases: they create experiences that make your vacation truly special, without losing sight of the planet. Here you can combine responsibility with adventure and relax in an atmosphere that makes families’ hearts beat faster. 12 sustainable family hotels in Germany and Austria (and a… Continue Reading
Lifestyle Sustainable outdoor activities for those who don’t feel like hiking Marilou Cabatingan, 06/20/202508/15/2025 Vergiss die Wanderrucksäcke und umarme die Natur – 25 Outdoor-Ideen für deinen nächsten Urlaub.Not too long ago, I asked a hotel if there were any outdoor activities besides hiking. The answer: “Sure, of course.” I was told I could go for a walk! But I wasn’t satisfied. There had to… Continue Reading
Travel Glow up? Yes. But sustainable, please. Marilou Cabatingan, 06/07/202508/15/2025 Anything associated with a “glow-up” often comes across as superficial and consumer-driven—think new creams, invasive treatments, and quick fixes for every (perceived) flaw. But a truly sustainable glow-up goes deeper. It’s not just about how you look, but how you feel – and how you are using resources (your own… Continue Reading
Travel ALPINE ROMANCE AND HUT HAPPINESS: The most lovely, sustainable accommodations for a romantic weekend in the Alpes Marilou Cabatingan, 06/04/202508/28/2025 Could there be anything more romantic than a secluded mountain hut, the red-golden slopes in front of the door and a crackling fire in the living room? We do not know the answer, and therefore we took a look around to find a place to relax and unwind together for… Continue Reading
Lifestyle Farm-to-Table: When the food on your plate comes straight from the farm Marilou Cabatingan, 05/28/202508/28/2025 Local foods can be sustainable for so many reasons: you’re supporting the local economy, getting fresh food, and having a better carbon footprint because of the shorter distances. However, do you know how much healthier it really is to shop locally? In fact, researchers have found that under adverse conditions,… Continue Reading
Lifestyle Adults only and child free zones on vacation Marilou Cabatingan, 05/22/202508/28/2025 Furtive glances, a secret touch, a quick hug. Does your togetherness also seem like this? For many new parents, quality time together can easily come up short—small children, after all, take up a lot of time. While this should and should be obvious to most who choose to have their… Continue Reading
Travel Taking a sauna is healthy – but is it sustainable? Marilou Cabatingan, 05/15/202508/16/2025 People go to a spa hotel with a sauna to relax and do something good for themselves. But can we also switch off our sustainable conscience, when taking a sauna? We talked to sustainable hotels about how to do sustainably. We also introduce you to the zero-energy sauna and take… Continue Reading