FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 26, 2009
New England Travel Writers Network survey also selected lodge a runner-up for “Best Value Destination in New England”
The
Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is pleased to announce that the New England Travel Writers Network (NETWN) has selected AMC's
Highland Lodge in New Hampshire’s White Mountains as the “Best Green Resort in New England.” The lodge was also a runner-up in the category of “Best Value Destination in New England.”
The results, recently announced at the Boston Globe Travel Show, were based on travel media nominations from a survey conducted by the NETWN of writers in the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) Northeast Chapter. Award categories included best green, value, and luxury destinations in New England. Each of the three winners gave a brief presentation to travel industry professionals and media at the event.
“All of our award winners were chosen through an open call for nominations, meaning they were each top of mind in their respective categories with Northeast travel media,” said Lorie Juliano, Co-Chair, NETWN. “The NETWN congratulates AMC’s Highland Lodge for being recognized as the Best Green Resort in New England.”
Highland Lodge was also recently awarded “Top 50 Eco-Lodges 2009” by the editors of
National Geographic ADVENTURE magazine.
AMC’s “
Green Promise” is a long-standing commitment to using the AMC’s lodges and huts as models for sustainable operations and environmental stewardship, and this is a big part of the guest experience at Highland Lodge. Green tours of the lodge’s environmentally sensitive design, materials, and energy-saving features are offered through free, daily guided activities for guests, which also include hikes, nature walks, naturalist programs, and outdoor skills workshops.
Highland Lodge is surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest and just minutes from Crawford Notch State Park, with an extensive trail network and terrain ranging from easy to challenging steps from the door.
“We are honored that Highland Lodge is so well regarded as a green travel destination,” said Joe Carper, AMC’s Director of Operations. “We look forward to continuing the long tradition of tourism and hospitality in Crawford Notch and introducing new generations to outdoor adventure in the White Mountains.”
The AMC’s Highland Lodge, along with all of AMC’s New Hampshire mountain huts and lodges, have been recognized as “Environmental Champions,” which is the highest level of membership in the New Hampshire Lodging and Restaurant Association's Sustainable Lodging Program. This program identifies lodging properties in the state that are taking a leadership role in reducing the environmental impact of their operations.
All-inclusive stays offer guests the value of lodge accommodations with a choice of private or shared bath, breakfast and family-style dinner, use of the lodge’s L.L. Bean gear room, and daily, guided walk-on programs.
For more on AMC’s commitment to sustainable lodging operations, see
www.outdoors.org/greenpromise.
For Highland Lodge information and reservations, call 603-466-2727 or visit AMC’s website at
www.outdoors.org/highland. The lodge is located within a three-hour drive of Boston, four-hour drive of Montreal, and seven-hour drive of New York City.
About the NETWN: NETWN operates under the umbrella of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) Northeast Chapter, and attendance is open to travel writers, editors, photographers, and public relations associates traveling to or representing clients in New England. NETWN's purpose is to provide local opportunities for professional development and networking. To join NETWN, contact Lorie Juliano at ljuliano@sonesta.com.
About the AMC: Founded in 1876, the Appalachian Mountain Club (www.outdoors.org) is the oldest conservation and recreation organization in the nation. With 90,000 members in the Northeast and beyond, the nonprofit AMC promotes the protection, enjoyment, and wise use of the mountains, rivers and trails of the Appalachian region. The AMC supports natural resource conservation while encouraging responsible recreation, based on the philosophy that successful, long-term conservation depends upon first-hand enjoyment of the natural environment.
Print version
