Greenspot: Green Travel in Central America and Beyond

As more destinations in Central America (and worldwide) become accessible to travelers, environmentally sustainable "green" travel grows more and more important. Travel might be the best way to appreciate the world's wonders, but there's no denying the ecological impact of crisscrossing the globe.

That's why organizations like GreenSpot are truly a breath of fresh air. GreenSpot offers all kinds of information for eco-savvy travelers, such as green travel news, noteworthy initiatives, travel tips and green travel gear. GreenSpot also specializes in organizing low-impact Central America adventures in Costa Rica, Panama, El Salvador and Nicaragua, and was granted Condé Nast Traveler's Top Travel Specialist designation from 2006 to 2008. What's more, profits from GreenSpot’s travel program are invested in Central America communities and programs, such as the organization's landmark community development projects in Costa Rica.

Even if you can't take a eco-trip or volunteer vacation anytime soon, keep updated on the sustainable travel industry via the informative GreenSpot weblog.

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