HOTEL PUNTA ISLITA DESIGNATED AS LEADER IN SUSTAINABLE TOURISM, February 3, 2011
Hotel Punta Islita was recognized by the National Geographic Traveler and HSMAI (Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association international) with the Gold Adrian Award, acknowledging this Costa Rican company as a Sustainability Leader. The award was announced for the first time on January 31st, in
New York.
The Gold Adrian Award was created to acknowledge leadership from individuals, companies, or communities in providing an authentic experience in the place where their tourist operations are located through responsible campaigns. The nominees were graded on their efforts to conserve the environment, historical and cultural integrity of the destination spot that they are promoting.
Besides the Hotel Islita, there were also awards for tourism programs in
Namibia and
Alaska. According to organizers of the contest, each winner has demonstrated that it is possible to increase tourism in a sustainable way that respects and protects local communities and the environment.
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