At the United Nations Ocean Conference held in Lisbon last month, the Dominican Republic announced plans to expand its protected marine areas to 30% by 2030.As part of the United Nation’s 30×30 movement, this commitment will help the Dominican government direct critical resources toward protecting the country’s unique ocean ecosystems.

Often overshadowed by other large bodies of water in the world, the Zambezi River is a sight to behold and a force to be reckoned with. It’s the longest east-flowing river in Africa and the largest flowing into the Indian Ocean from Africa.

In order to restore and regenerate our ocean, we must invest in ambitious and imaginative solutions that will have an immediate impact on climate change, pollution reduction, blue carbon, and ecosystem preservation.

We are excited to welcome five new additions to the Regenerative Travel Hotel Community. The new hotel members – Manta Resort and Cherero Camp (Tanzania), Andronis Concept Wellness Resort (Greece), Bliss & Stars (South Africa), and Jade Mountain (Saint Lucia) – join an exceptional list of resorts handpicked for their dedication to the highest levels of social and environmental impact.

Regenerative Travel is proud to participate in the Side-Event at Forum Oceano during the United Nations Oceans Conference 2022 in Lisbon, Portugal hosted by Noah Regen and The United Nations World Tourism Organization.

For responsible travelers, ocean-safe tourism is about minimizing environmental damage while directing as many tourism-dollars-spent as possible towards marine conservation and bolstering coastal communities.

June 8th, 2022 marks World Oceans Day, with the month of June dedicated to honoring and celebrating our world’s oceans. To pay homage to and help protect the great life forces that our oceans represent, we’ve put together a round up of events and initiatives happening around the world. Join us in celebrating our world’s oceans and the precious ecosystems that they uphold.

We’ve rounded up five exceptional regenerative hotels with activities that everyone will enjoy for perfect family escapes. Every hotel makes a conscious effort to positively impact its local community and environment.

Chef Andre Fowles, Culinary Director at Skylark Negril Beach Resort, discusses Skylark’s charitable culinary weekends showcasing the gastronomic talents of guest chefs from diverse backgrounds with all proceeds going to the Rockhouse Foundation.