Questions– To be Asked Before Booking a Green Hotel

[linda]

Those looking for environmentally friendly hotels should keep one thing in mind that each site has its own guidelines for rating properties. So you must do some homework before finalizing a green hotel. There are few questions that I can suggest you to ask before booking your hotel. Check out the questions bellow and do ask.

• What kind of recycling programs does the hotel have (aluminum, plastic, paper, gray water, composting)?
• Is the hotel locally owned and operated? If not, is it at least staffed by local employees?
• Do guests have the option to reuse towels and sheets instead of having them changed every day?
• How does the hotel contribute to the local community?
• What programs does the hotel have to reduce consumption? Examples include energy-efficient lighting, low-flow toilets and showers, and alternative energy sources like solar or wind power.

[natalie]

Hi Disha,
Thanks for those questions you have suggested before booking a green hotel. After considering your questions, I thought I might suggest some additions to your list:
[LIST][*]Is your swimming pool sustainable?[*]What techniques do you use to maintain your grounds?[*]Do you serve local food?[/LIST]

[LiveGreen]

I'm traveling next week and although the company selects the hotel, I'm going to ask an employee the questions listed here. It will be interesting to know if it is eco-friendly and in what ways, like recycling and using energy-efficient
products, they are green.