Definitions (1)
We take one definition from the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Platform:
Sustainable Tourism
Tourism that leads to the management of all resources in
a manner that economic, social, and aesthetic needs are
fulfilled while maintaining cultural integrity, essential
ecological processes, biodiversity, and life-support
For the other one we look at the City of Cape Town 2009 Responsible Tourism Policy:
Responsible Tourism
Tourism that maximizes the benefits to local
communities, minimizes negative social or environmental
impacts, and helps local people conserve fragile cultures
and habitats.
Hospitality (5)
25 independent cabins, invisible to each other, accommodating 2-4 guests, some with jacuzzi’s, some with a private pool. The hotel property will occupy about 4 to 5 hectares within the natural reserve.
As our hotel is being build, we may set aside a small portion of our reserve to allow some very low-impact building (1 house per 2 acres (8.000 m2) according to the same sustainability principles of our landscape hotel. Owners of these houses may outsource their rental to the hotel management company.
We take one definition from the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Platform:
Sustainable Tourism
Tourism that leads to the management of all resources in
a manner that economic, social, and aesthetic needs are
fulfilled while maintaining cultural integrity, essential
ecological processes, biodiversity, and life-support
For the other one we look at the City of Cape Town 2009 Responsible Tourism Policy:
Responsible Tourism
Tourism that maximizes the benefits to local
communities, minimizes negative social or environmental
impacts, and helps local people conserve fragile cultures
and habitats.
Our people will be our most important assets. Next come stunningly designed accommodations in an unforgettable setting. And last but not least a very healthy and memorable culinary experience. Combined we will strive to exceed our guests’ expectation every day and make each of them an ambassador of our operation.
Because it best fits our vision on low impact development that is compatible with its natural surroundings and is most attractive from a commercial point of view.
We want to stand out. We also want to show the Panamanian hospitality industry that there is a market for hospitality that blends in and respects nature instead of tearing it down so a hotel can be built.
No! We plan to operate our hotel ourselves (no franchise). While we definitely are aware of the advantages of being part of a well respected hotel chain, we don’t want to compromise on our commitment to become a leader in sustainable tourism and achieve our longterm goals.
As you can see on this page, no self-respecting eco retreat is part of a chain formula.
Having said that, cooperation with other like-minded hospitality operators are certainly going to be realized.
As this study – Why large hospitality companies should welcome “credibly green” competitors – from Cornell’s Center for Hospitality Research shows, our target market won’t exactly be impressed by us being part of a franchise either.
How (1)
25 independent cabins, invisible to each other, accommodating 2-4 guests, some with jacuzzi’s, some with a private pool. The hotel property will occupy about 4 to 5 hectares within the natural reserve.
As our hotel is being build, we may set aside a small portion of our reserve to allow some very low-impact building (1 house per 2 acres (8.000 m2) according to the same sustainability principles of our landscape hotel. Owners of these houses may outsource their rental to the hotel management company.
Why (2)
Because it best fits our vision on low impact development that is compatible with its natural surroundings and is most attractive from a commercial point of view.
We want to stand out. We also want to show the Panamanian hospitality industry that there is a market for hospitality that blends in and respects nature instead of tearing it down so a hotel can be built.
No! We plan to operate our hotel ourselves (no franchise). While we definitely are aware of the advantages of being part of a well respected hotel chain, we don’t want to compromise on our commitment to become a leader in sustainable tourism and achieve our longterm goals.
As you can see on this page, no self-respecting eco retreat is part of a chain formula.
Having said that, cooperation with other like-minded hospitality operators are certainly going to be realized.
As this study – Why large hospitality companies should welcome “credibly green” competitors – from Cornell’s Center for Hospitality Research shows, our target market won’t exactly be impressed by us being part of a franchise either.
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