The perfect vacation places for fans of sustainable living
Written and photos by our media partner Highstreet.bg
Published 24 May 2022
You may be used to leading a sustainable lifestyle at home, but what happens to all these habits when you go on vacation? In most cases, we just book a hotel and don’t think about whether we will be able to keep nature clean. After all, we won’t be separating the trash or doing our laundry. The good thing is that regardless of the place you choose for your vacation, you can always find a way to continue helping the planet.
For all the fans of sustainable living and alternative tourism, however, there is another option – eco villages. Slowly but surely, they are getting more and more popular, but not only because it is becoming increasingly important to protect the nature. We are tired of overbuilt resorts and the feeling that even when we go on vacation in the nature it turns out that we are surrounded mostly by concrete. Here are some places that are worth replacing the all-Inclusive hotels.
1. Eco village Omaya
We
start with perhaps the most famous eco-village on the list - Omaya. It
is located in the village of Gaitanovo, near Gotse Delchev. Apart from
the incredible nature of the mountains Pirin and Slavyanka, where it is
located, the village attracts with the beautiful houses for
accommodation. Each of them is unique and made entirely of stone, clay,
and wood, which contributes to the feeling of purity and nature. The
organic food that is offered is produced on the territory of the
village. The good thing is that in addition to complete relaxation, the
place is also suitable for various activities, as it is located near
eco-trails, lakes and naturally open spaces for all kinds of sports.
2. Cob Camp Dabravite
Cob
Camp is another eco village with a unique design of accommodation. It
is located in the village of Dabravite, near Velingrad. Here, visitors
can choose a different type of accommodation according to the experience
they want - from a luxury bungalow and a private room in the thatched
house to a caravan or military van. The place impresses with beautiful
views and nature. The food is homemade, which is always a plus
for nature. Interestingly, beverage refrigerators are located in the
common areas, and everyone is responsible for writing down what they
consume. The place is definitely not for people who expect all-day
service type all-Inclusive. As they say - feel at home.
3. Eco village Mountain Corner
Eco
village Mountain Corner is a more luxurious version of the
above-mentioned ones. It is in the western part of the Rhodopes, near
Batak. It is surrounded by three lakes, which makes the area extremely
beautiful and perfect for escaping the city. The village has 4 private villas
and even a swimming pool, which makes it ideal for people who prefer a
hotel holiday, but still need a little solitude and nature. Like Omaya,
the place is suitable for various activities with opportunities for
off-road adventures, hiking and all kinds of outdoor sports.
4. The Clay house
The
Clay house is a place for people looking for absolute solitude. It is
located in the village of Leshten. The whole house accommodates only two
people, so it is ideal for a romantic eco holiday. As the name
suggests, the house is made of clay and also has a "Green House"
certificate. It vouches not only for the ecological way of building the
house, but also for the fact that saving water
and energy, as well as environmentally friendly waste management are up
to a standard on the territory of the house.
5. Eco houses Azareya
The
eco houses are located in the village of Gorno Trape near Troyan. The
village consists of 6 round wooden houses in the shape of a conical
pyramid, arranged in a circle. The idea behind the shape of the houses
lies in the use of the ancient Chinese art for harmony Feng Shui. Apart
from the placement of the houses, all of them face south, and the whole
harmonious combination is believed to help with headaches, fatigue and
restore proper energy exchange. Here you can expect a complete relaxing
holiday. A wonderful place for yoga and meditation practitioners.
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