Travel “Say Selfie!” — Instagram while traveling, the perfect vacation selfie and the best photo spots from Green Pearls partners Marilou Cabatingan, 07/29/202504/03/2026 Hands up, whoever took a selfie on vacation? And have you given much thought beforehand to where to take it and how to present yourself? A selfie is one of the most shared vacation photos on Instagram. At least it proves that you’ve actually been to those beautiful places you’re… Continue Reading
Travel Green & Gorgeous: The most beautiful rooms in sustainable hotels worldwide Marilou Cabatingan, 07/25/202504/03/2026 “All of our rooms are beautiful.” That’s what many of our hotel partners said when I asked them about their “best room.” But it turns out that there really is such a thing: that special room where you can arrive, marvel, and immediately feel at home. With private spas, breathtaking… Continue Reading
Travel Sustainably furnished: Hotels with handmade wooden furniture Marilou Cabatingan, 07/10/202504/03/2026 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
Lifestyle Flying high while paragliding in Germany, Europe, and the world Marilou Cabatingan, 06/27/202504/03/2026 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, 06/24/202504/03/2026 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
Travel Sustainable outdoor activities for those who don’t feel like hiking Marilou Cabatingan, 06/20/202504/03/2026 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 ALPINE ROMANCE AND HUT HAPPINESS: The most lovely, sustainable accommodations for a romantic weekend in the Alpes Marilou Cabatingan, 06/04/202504/03/2026 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, 05/28/202504/03/2026 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 Saltwater, Brine & Sea: Swim in hotel pools without chemicals Marilou Cabatingan, 05/01/202504/03/2026 It sounds good: bathing in salt instead of chlorine. Environmentally friendly and good for your skin. But it’s not quite true. What many people may not know is that salt itself contains chlorine! But because it is not in its pure form, it is actually better. Using natural hotel pools… Continue Reading
Lifestyle Magical Hotels – 6 tips to create a magical atmosphere at home Marilou Cabatingan, 04/25/202504/03/2026 Do you know those moments when you walk into a room and think: “Wow, just magical!” Or enchanting, romantic… How do you create that special atmosphere? We asked professionals from international hotels for their tips on how to create a magical atmosphere during the winter months. 1 Tip: candles, candles,… Continue Reading