enRoute is Air Canada’s in flight travel magazine, and the publication also has  a well-established website featuring city guides, food and drink destinations and arts and culture round ups. Last month it published an article featuring unique holiday rentals from around the globe, and the showcase for Marmotte Mountain Eco Lodge was nice recognition for a chalet we believe to be one of the best in the Alps. Other properties featured included a charming old winery in Sicily and a secluded treehouse in Atlanta, US.

How Air Canada Described Marmotte Mountain Eco Lodge

Marmotte Mountain Eco Lodge was one of eight properties featured in the article. The journalist seemed to love that the open plan layout of the Chamonix based chalet with its big wooden beams and bright interior. This is how enRoute described Chamonix Eco Lodge:

“This ecolodge in the Chamonix ski region takes Alpine living to new heights through its combination of chalet architecture – think wide gabled roofs and rich wooden facades – and modern, streamlined interior. The outdoor hot tub and the tubular sauna offer postcard views of the white-capped peak of Mont Blanc.”

The panoramic view is another premium feature of this eco-friendly luxury chalet. Guests can relax and enjoy these incredible panoramas from in the open plan living area, with floor to ceiling windows, or from the al fresco dining area on the outdoor terrace of the chalet.

How to Book Your Holiday at Marmotte Mountain Eco Lodge

The recent publicity has made Marmotte Mountain Eco Lodge very popular with travelers from all over the world. The beautiful five bedroom chalet enjoys arguably the best mountain views in Chamonix. Additionally, this chalet has another important feature – it is fully self-sufficient with its own renewable power systems, making it a fully sustainable holiday home.

If you’d like to reserve Marmotte Mountain Eco Lodge for your next family holiday, you can book now by sending us a request on our booking page. Why not take advantage of our summer rates and choose Chamonix as your summer break?

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Ski lifts and snow canons use lots of energy and busy airports also add to CO2 emissions, however most ski resorts are making an effort to be a part of sustainable tourism. For example, the Chamonix valley has invested millions of euros into the public transport system, which holidaymakers are encouraged to use in order to reduce greenhouse gases. The buses are eco-friendly, and cycle routes are also being developed around the town.

It’s not just resort owners and local hotels which can do their part to go green – travellers can also take steps to be more environmentally friendly while spending time at the ski resort. Follow these tips to make sure you can enjoy your ski holiday knowing it will have minimum environmental impact.

1. Stay somewhere with green credentials
When booking your holiday, be sure to choose accommodation which is known for being environmentally friendly. Some hotels may have an environmental policy, or offer specific green advantages such as using renewable energy. The Marmotte Mountain Eco Lodge is a property ideal for eco travellers. The five bedroom chalet offers luxury – but not at the expense of its beautiful surroundings. The self-sufficient lodge uses advanced renewable energy systems to power the building, including solar panels and geo-thermal energy.

2. Use public transport
If a tourist were to calculate their carbon footprint, most of it would be racked up by travel. Travelling to and from your ski resort will increase your carbon footprint, and then how you get about while you’re on holiday could impact it too. Getting there by train is a greener option than flying, and it is always best to avoid renting a car. Choose a resort with plenty of public transport so you won’t need to hire a vehicle.

3. Recycle
Many travellers don’t recycle as much on holiday as they do at home. If you are in a self-catering lodge be sure to recycle all food waste, plastic and cardboard to improve local recycling rates. Even if you are staying in a hotel you can ask the management to put recycling bins in your room and the dining area.

4. Follow instructions on the slopes
If during your time on the powder you come across a sign which says ‘out of bounds’ you must abide the rules. Not only is this a safety warning, but areas could be out of bounds to protect the natural habitat and wildlife, which ski resorts are constantly threatening.

Want to find out more about being an eco-skier? Check out the Respect the Mountain guide.

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