Holmen Lofoten, for the fans of Norse minimalism
The fact that many people living in the Nordic European countries like minimalism probably won't surprise you and if you want to experience part of this lifestyle, you can spend a few days at Holmen Lofoten.
The remote location was primarily a settlement for fisherman back some 100 years ago and some cabins have been converted in hotel rooms for visitors.
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Fishermen are still active in the area, so not only are you going to live in a minimalist fashion, but you will also get to taste some of the best fish and seafood recipes in the whole Scandinavian region.
Fogo Island Inn, the hotel that reinvests in its ecosystems
You don't often hear about resorts that reinvest in protecting their surroundings, but Fogo Island Inn in Newfoundland, Canada, is one of those places.
The 29-suite resort was built with the main intent not being profit, but the protection of Newfoundland's landscape.
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One of the main organizations that benefit from the hotel's profits is the Fogo Island Arts charity, which supports environmental, cultural and ocean conservation.
Also, most of the hotel and its assets are made by locals, such as the furniture, which is made by boatbuilders and the wallpapers, which are made by local artists.
The cuisine represents the surroundings, as well, and depending on the season, chefs will offer you irresistible menu choices.
Suites at the hotel start at 1.800 euros per night full board.
Oasyhotel, a small paradise in the heart of a natural reserve
You can't get much closer to nature than here, since Oasyhotel is a resort comprised of 16 lodges found in the San Marcello Piteglio nature reserve.
The lodges are made of sustainable wood and are part of a concept made for the WWF-affiliated Dynamo Oasis.
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This whole concept aims to showcase to people why it is important to take care of our ecosystems, since it is also agriculture-focused and promotes scientific research.
Tourists that want to spend their holidays here can explore the mountains, lakes and rivers, can take the bike for a spin and even track wolves.
Being sustainability-focused, the resort aims to be self-sufficient when it comes to food, as well, having its own farm which feeds the guests.
You can book a lodge in this small paradise from 540 euros per night.
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