Enjoy an eco-escape where Patty O’Furniture comes from recycled plastic and rocks are not sham
AUSTIN, Texas, March 4, 2008 — BedandBreakfast.com innkeepers throughout the country have taken the green scheme beyond St. Patrick’s Day, offering a host of green getaways. Environmental stewards, innkeepers reward travelers for walking rather than driving, and offset guests’ carbon footprint with donations to local charities. For a complete list of Green Getaways and Eco-Escapes in North America, visit http://www.BedandBreakfast.com, and look under Specials (or click SEARCH, then SPECIAL PACKAGES then choose Green Getaways/Eco Escapes from the drop-down box) or read below for eco-escapes, listed alphabetically by state.
1882 HARVEST HOUSE B&B, Eureka Springs, AR: Through April, mention the BedandBreakfast.com Go Green Package, and receive $17 off a two-night stay. In addition, a $17 donation will be made in your name to local eco-friendly groups to offset your carbon footprint for travel.THE WALLINGFORD VICTORIAN, Wallingford, CT: Go carless. Just five blocks from the local train station, mention the "green getaway" through the end of 2008 and receive 10% off standard room rates for a two-night stay.
BREWSTER HOUSE B&B, Freeport, ME: Stay two or more nights Sunday through Thursday, from April 7 to July 31, and get $25 for a two-night stay for gas or train fare, or $50 for a three-night stay.
HISTORIC INNS OF ROCKLAND, Rockland, ME: The three members of this association, Berry Manor Inn, LimeRock Inn and Captain Lindsey House, will make a $3 per booking donation to local environmentally friendly nonprofit groups, plus guests are given a compact florescent light bulb ($12 value) and list of suggested green schemes for home.
THE SPENCER HOTEL, Chautauqua, NY: From now until June 20, the green package includes one night’s accommodations with one picnic lunch, breakfast, and two bicycle rentals for biking on local scenic trails for $239 per couple. Two-night packages cost $412.
FLERY MANOR, Grants Pass, OR: Through October 31, 2008, book a two-night stay, mention the Green Getaway, and a seedling tree will be provided for planting in the lower meadow along with a plaque bearing the guest’s name and date of planting plus a photo of the planting, starting at $240 per couple.
WASHINGTON SCHOOL INN, Park City, UT: Until April 12, when you make a reservation, ask for Jean (required), mention BedandBreakfast.com’s green getaways, and explain how you have made a difference in the fight against global warming, and you’ll get a one-day Park City Resort ski lift ticket ($79 value). One caveat – Jean must decide if you’ve really made a difference; ideas include solar power, composting, etc.
ESSEX INN, Tappahannock, VA: Stay for two nights, and all guests participating in the Green Tappahannock eco-scavenger hunt will receive a 20% discount.
KINNI CREEK LODGE, River Falls, WI: Bring kayaks (or rent them here) and bikes, then paddle and pedal from River Falls to Prescott and back. Free bicycle transport and shuttle services for those staying two or more nights through November 15, 2008.
To learn more about additional Green Getaways and Eco-Escapes, visit http://www.BedandBreakfast.com. BedandBreakfast.com is the leading online bed and breakfast directory and reservation network worldwide, listing nearly 7,000 B&Bs and inns. A variety of search functions and extensive maps enable inngoers to find the perfect B&B. Travelers can make reservations online, purchase Gift Cards welcomed at nearly 4,000 B&Bs in the U.S. and Canada, subscribe to free newsletters, and read and write independent reviews.
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