Coulibri Ridge in Petit Coulibri, Dominica has become the first Caribbean property to join Beyond Green’s global portfolio of sustainable hotels. Committed to "building a better and brighter future for people and the planet," Beyond Green offers travelers a curated way to discover, plan and enjoy adventures that align with their responsible travel values and aspirations.
As a member of Beyond Green, Coulibri Ridge focuses on the three pillars of sustainable tourism—environment-friendly practices that go beyond the basics; protection of natural and cultural heritage; and contribution to the social and economic wellbeing of local communities—while also adhering to over 50 sustainability indicators that align with global sustainable tourism criteria and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Coulibri Ridge celebrated its grand opening on October 22, 2022. The 14-suite luxury eco-resort is fully off-grid, using solar energy as its main power source, supplemented by wind turbines designed to have minimal impact on the surroundings. Rainwater, collected primarily through the resort’s roof and purified by ultraviolet light and copper ionization, is funneled to guest suites alongside two shared, chlorine-free pools. Drains and gutters collect rainwater; greywater can be used to irrigate the resort’s gardens and a small farm slated to open in 2023.
Coulibri Ridge is the brainchild of Quebec-born entrepreneur Daniel Langlois who views the resort as a research project to test environmentally forward concepts with the hope that they can be applied in vulnerable communities to help them achieve self-sustainability. “Building Coulibri Ridge has been a labor of love, and we are beyond thrilled to welcome guests this winter and for many years ahead,” said Langlois. “We hope that our environmentally sustainable model enthuses our guests and stimulates them to consider how they could institute similar practices into their own lives and, hopefully, apply elsewhere as well.”
Beyond Green supports the needs of its member properties by providing global connectivity, distribution technology, marketing, sales, quality assurance, branding and sustainability solutions. Additionally, all guests of Coulibri Ridge are now eligible to enroll in the “I Prefer Hotel Rewards” loyalty program, which extends points redeemable for cash-value reward certificates, elite status, exclusive member rates and other instant benefits upon every stay at over 650 participating properties worldwide.
Travelers interested in booking a stay at Coulibri Ridge can do so at www.staybeyondgreen.com. For more information, visit www.coulibriridge.com.
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