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HOTELS
C onscientious properties are working on

overall awareness of how humans are
damaging the planet and can reduce their
negative impact. They do this by providing
luxury hospitality without excess but with
full comfort and minimal waste.
“We avoid as much plastic as possible,
water is all freshly filtered, no plastic water bottles and no
plastic cosmetic containers in the bathrooms. Also, a note
about waste and minimising non-biodegradable and
non-recyclable items is provided in the bedroom folder
information. Since we both come from wildlife
backgrounds, wildlife conservation is often a topic of
conversation. We encourage visits to the tiger reserve; we
show wildlife documentaries and we keep a natural
landscape on the property so there is wildlife around also.
Walks and boat rides also encourage understanding and
conservation of the fauna and flora around. We also run
an NGO whose main area of work is nature education,
awareness, and research,” say Raghu Chundawat and
Joanna Van Gruisen, Partners, Sarai at Toria.

DOING THEIR BIT
In terms of helping with conservation, these retreats are
working closely to walk to the talk. For instance,
WelcomHeritage Tadoba Vanya Villas Resort & Spa is
committed to making a tangible difference in wildlife
conservation. Located within Tadoba Andhari Tiger
Reserve, one of India’s most renowned tiger reserves, they
support various conservation initiatives, such as anti-
poaching efforts and habitat restoration, to ensure the
long-term survival of endangered species.

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