By Julia Levine

The World s Top Six Eco Friendly Wedding Hotels

Cathedral Mountain Lodge – British Columbia

Authentic log cabins, classic western charm, and sustainable dining can all be found right at the edge of the glacier-fed Kicking Horse River in Yoho National Park at the Cathedral Mountain Lodge.

Guests can fill their days taking in the beauty of the mountains from their private decks or explore the scent of fresh pine on foot on any one of the hundreds of hiking trails.

The only not so earth friendly find is the 2 hour drive from Calgary International Airport to get to this tucked away escape.

Arenas Del Mar Beach and Nature Resort – Costa Rica

Across the board Costa Rica is a great pick for eco friendly accommodations. But just outside Manuel Antonio Park, lye’s a resort a resort where luxury meets eco-consciousness.

The Arenas Del Mar Beach and Nature Resort was built quite literally using its surroundings. Water is heated with solar panels, and grey water is used for irrigation. Oh, and did we mention all the food comes from sustainable suppliers and is 100% organic.

Guests will love the guaro mojitos prepared with aguardiente (Costa Rican liquor made with sugarcane) as well as the squirrel monkeys, sloths, and parrots that also call this ideal, environmentally friendly hideaway, home.

Bucuti Beach Resort – Aruba

Green Globe Certified since 2000, the Bucuti Beach Resort is committed to preserving its natural surroundings. Situated on one of the Caribbean’s top ten beaches and boasting 41 romantic rooms make this a great pick for any destination wedding couples who are looking for a place that is relatively easy to travel to yet still packs an impressive punch.

In addition to its European charm and unspoiled setting couples considering June nuptials can partake in an incredible celebration of life and love when the leather-back turtle begins to hatch and make their way to the ocean.

Southern Ocean Lodge – Kangaroo Island, South Australia

A sanctuary of modern comfort, style, and unparalleled service, Southern Ocean Lodge is redefining the Australian standard. Twenty-one deluxe suites all offer breathtaking views of the Southern Ocean coastline.

Signature environmentally sensitive design elements such as sandblasted limestone floors, recycled spotted gum walls and local artworks all enhance the natural theme felt throughout the hotel.

The hotel also boasts celebrated culinary delights sourced from local artisan growers.

Star Island Bahamas Resort – Eleuthera

The Bahamas has always been known for being beautiful but a green conscious destination maybe not so much. That all changed in 2009 with Star Island Resort, a 68 room renewable energy powered luxury resort.

A 10 minute boat ride from Harbour Island the unspoiled beaches, open sky, and luscious landscape are all the elements a go green bride needs for her big day. In addition to its green friendly build practices, Star Island Resort leverages rainwater harvesting, solar and hot water heaters, and photovoltaic roof and wind turbine that serves each building.

Thinking about all that burning fuel being used to zip back and forth between Star and Harbor Island? Don’t fret, a “no fuel” marina is in the works.

Hacienda Tres Rios – Riviera Maya, Mexico

Mangrove forests, fresh water springs, and tranquil white sand beaches create an enchanted setting at the Hacienda Tres Rios, winner of three World Travel Awards.

In addition to its ecco conscious building practices the Tres Rios offers up multiple event locations and green friendly ceremony options including a ceremony held at the edge of a cenote. Oh and did we mention that after you say your “i-do’s” the bridal party can all take canoes and float downstream to a beach-side reception.

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