Showing posts with label earth friendly wedding tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label earth friendly wedding tips. Show all posts

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Top 5 Romantic Green Excursions for 2012!

by Katy Green
www.shoptobegreen.com


Beach at Harmony Hotel,
Nosara, Costa Rica
Yes, at times there may too much green and not enough romance if you know what I mean...wink..wink.

I'm sure you are wondering where this is going but honestly, juggling kids, working and staying eco-conscious is a full time job ...where is the romance?

Every woman deserves romantic moments and what could be better if you can incorporate earth friendly romantic activities so partners...pay attention!

Thinking of somewhere to go with rekindle your green fire with your partner or a perfect eco-honeymoon...look no further...

Shoptobegreen Top 5 Romantic Eco-Destinations for 2012!
 
 Costa Rica is one of the most popular countries to visit in Central America. Pristine beaches, volcanos, great food, tons of nature activities and ..only 5 hours via plane. Harmony Hotel is sustainable living and eco-friendly hotel, for more click here. Green Alert: Harmony Hotel as an on-site vegetable and herb garden...green eureka!


Jungle Bay Ecolodge Resort and Spa, Dominica

2. Jungle Bay Eco lodge Resort and Spa, Dominica
Rejuvenate your mind, body, spirit and passion for each other and the earth. Jungle Bay is the brainchild of Dominican born property developer & sustainable development activist Samuel "Sam" Raphael. According to the Jungle Bay website,  the focus is on enjoyable nature-based activities and wellness of guests with quality service, guided by the principles as set by both National Geographic Center for Sustainable Destinations and The International Eco tourism Society (TIES).


3. Gaia Napa Valley Hotel, American Canyon, California
Not into flying out of the country wish to be more local....this 130 room resort is called the "greenest hotel in the US". No beaches but located in beautiful Napa Valley...wine country and they are know for their world class spa.


The Sun Ranch Lodge, Madison Valley Montana

4. The Sun Ranch, Madison Valley, Montana
Known going over the top to reduce their carbon footprint and conserving wildlife corridors and diverse eco-systems in Madison Valley. Sun Ranch is situated on 26,000 acres of land managed by "real life" cowboys who tend to more than 1,500 head of cattle. The recently renovated lodge consists of six rooms and two private cabins, all with breathtaking views of the valley. Horseback ride, fly-fish in trout-laden streams, go on a naturalist-led hike or paddle or relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Montana.

Miraval Villas, Arizona

5. Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa, Tucson, Arizona
I would be a dimwod if I didn't promote our home state of Arizona, birthplace of the spas (next to Switzerland) and green wellness, body and mind. The Miraval experience is comprised of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, signature Clue-In™ self-discovery and growth activities that make the heart-pump and the head re-think; fabulous Chill-Out™ spa services that ignite the senses; a team of well being Specialists to help you make positive and lasting change in your life...you could leave a new person. It may not sound like an escape but the strength of any loving relationship is a healthy and well balanced you.


"More and more couples are choosing eco-friendly honeymoons,” says Anna Pezik, senior editor at Brides.com."



Monday, April 2, 2012

Green Bride to Be: Blissful Registry

by Katy Green
www.shoptobegreen.com


Green Wedding Bouquet
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Love is in the air whenever a wedding is near. Couples gaze at each other with pure hearts ready to start their lives on a green path. 


I know it may sound a bit "Corn on the Cobb" but I can't help myself whenever I think of a wedding that is not earth friendly and I think of waste and mountains for garbage. I can't help it. 


Eco Wedding Gift Boxes
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The emotions expressed at a Eco-weddings are not exclusive to the "wedding couple to be"  it is also for the love of the planet.  Sharing organic wedding bliss with your guests inspires them to spread green love - post wedding. 


The most common trend in Eco-Bridal Gift registries is that the gifts should be unique and from the heart which is so easy because they are so many beautiful upcycled, recycled and handmade bridal gifts.


 We show you how to create your own Green Wedding Registry on ShoptobeGreen's website and it's easy to do:  Shoptobegreen Bridal Gift Registry.


Looking for ideas? Check out ShoptobeGreen Wedding Gift Registry Picks and for more information, contact us. We are help to help!


ShoptobeGreen Wedding Gift Registry Ideas

Friday, June 17, 2011

Serene Green Bachelorette Party! Is that possible?

Katy Green
http://www.shoptobegreen.com/

 
I always say "anything is possible" and that is the mantra I live by daily.

 
Tis the season of Bachelorette mayhem and debauchery but what if your version of a pre-nuptial femme bash consists of something more subdued and organic.

 
If you're looking for cool earth friendly wedding, bridesmaid or engagement party gifts check us out at www.shoptobegreen.com

 
Outdoor Bachelorette Party
 
Well, you are not alone, join us as we explore the Serene Green Bachelorette Bash. For those of us traveling on a brown rice path to an alternative "off the grid" lifestyle then I think you will like my suggestions or for those of you that are experiencing a second or third walk down the aisle and the thought of crazed women at a male strip club makes you want to hurl then
I've got the answer:

  
5 Ideas for a Serene Green Bachelorette Bash!
(this is for whoever is planning the bachelorette party)

 
  • Outdoor Bachelorette Barbecue: Host your bash outdoors either in your backyard or at a park. Connecting with nature, laughing with friends and not using tons of electricity. Use natural light and or candles to light up at night for ambiance. Ask everyone to bring a dish.

    Beach Bachelorette Party
  • Beach Bachelorette Bonfire: Invite your gal pals to beach midday, soak up the suns rays and then build a bonfire and serve Organic Wine, Barbecue and Organic Greens. Looking for a beach close to you..click: East Coast Beaches or West Coast Beaches.

    
    Organic Spa Bachelorette Party
     Organic Spa Bachelorette Gathering: email everyone an invite to surrender to relaxation and rejuvenation. There a tons of green spas now and trade a gas guzzling limousine for a car pool. Green Spa Pick or Eco Spa Directory.
  • Outdoors Nut Bachelorette Extravaganza: Love the outdoors, nature and exercise, invite your nature buds for a "back to nature weekend" you can choose horseback riding, white water rafting or hiking a mountain and then a night book a cabin or lodge unless you want camp outdoors? I suggest booking a nice place with great amenities. Click here for Eco Cabins in the USA and beyond.

    Lounge Bachelorette Party
  • No Fuss Bachelorette Earth Friendly Shindig: The thought of organizing anything makes you queasy? I am speak to the Maid of Honor or Matron of Honor as well as the Bride if you are an independent woman....keep it low key and inexpensive by inviting everyone to dinner at a great restaurant that serves earth friendly food. Click for Organic Resturants in your area.
Earth Friendly Wedding and Honeymoon Suggestions:



 
Planning a wedding, check out Green Wedding Venues and Eco-Friendly Honeymoons.

 
Looking for vintage wedding favors, check out Victorian Wedding Favors, we give you great ideas for wedding favors that your guests will cherish for a lifetime.

 
Want favors instead of a mixer that will collect dust check out Eco Friendly Wedding Registry...waste not ..want not!

 

 

 

Friday, March 11, 2011

Eco Friendly Wedding Registry...waste not ..want not!

by Katy Green
shoptobegreen.com


At times I wonder if the plethora of "green" information available on the web and the hundreds of books on how to make your wedding eco-chic weddings or eco-friendly weddings is green overkill.


Earth Friendly Wedding Tips


Is a total green wedding too much of a challenge? Can you really make a difference?  Yes, but you don't need to make your wedding plans more complicated by going completely green. It may cost you more or not depending on your creativity and bargain hunting savvy. 


I have shared several ways to incorporate organic wedding items like a green wedding dress or vintage favors or eco-invites to make it easy.


One of the things that I want to highlight this time is the Green Gift Wedding Registry for all eco-conscious brides:


Eco-Friendly Wedding Registry Tips:


  • Make two lists, the first list is stuff you really need and the second is stuff you want and be honest with each other. You may be surprised at the final result.
  • Choose eco-friendly honeymoons or wedding venues. For more check out our favorite eco-wedding venues page.
  • Start a fund for one of your favorite non profit organization like Nature Conservancy.com or Greenpeace.com.
  • Add a Honeymoon Registry to the mix, instead of asking for a ton of products ask your guests to help fund your honeymoon. Try Sendusoff.com which promotes eco-friendly travel or Honeymoonwishes.com and Honeyfund.com.
  • Encourage your guests to help with one of your green initiatives like recycling. Provide recycling tips for your guests via email in lieu of your wedding.
  • Sign up for stores that offer you gifts for months instead of one time like eating at your favorite restaurant or shopping for food. Asking for gift cards is a great way to reduce waste. WholeFoods offers a $500 gift card. The Organic Wine Company offers 3 bottles of organic wine for 50.00 a month if you join their wine club (which is more than most) and you only have to commit for three months.
  • Alternative Gifts are great for a wedding registry and these requests can be included on certain gift registries that allow you to post whatever you want like dog sitting for those romantic date nights or tickets to your favorite game. There are many ways to enjoy non-material gifts.

Green Wedding Reception - dailygreen.com


Don't have time to click on all the links, it is okay we listed all the sites (and a little more) below for your perusal and to bookmark.

Shoptobegreen.com Registry