Costa Rica

For those living in the low slung islands of the Seychelles the realities of climate change strike perilously close to home. Roughly 80% of the population and economic activity is located in coastal areas, while the main airport and fishing port are both at risk to even a small rise in ocean levels. It’s an issue that resonates at the highest levels of local government, with the Seychelles taking the dramatic step of naming an Ambassador for Climate Change, Ronald Jumeau, who is based at the United Nations in New York. Unlike other countries, the Seychelles doesn’t have the resources to invest in defenses against the rising tides, so a policy of education and enlightenment was deemed the best path forward. With most in close proximity to the coast, many of the nation’s hotels and resorts are playing a leading role in the charge for sustainability, championing eco-friendly practices and conservation. One resort showing remarkable results is Constance Lemuria, where a resident Turtle Manager presides over an innovative preservation program.

Many of the hotels we feature on Kiwi Collection don’t just reside in their neighborhoods; they are vital cogs in the continuing upkeep and preservation of the community around them. Be it charitable work or ecological efforts, a growing number of hotels are contributing to their communities in a variety of inspiring ways. Read on, as we take a closer look at several hotels that go the extra mile to give back.

Being surrounded with bright colors can’t help but have a cheering effect on a person’s mood, so when picking out a hotel, why settle for somewhere drab? Inspired by some of Kiwi Collection’s brightest lights, we’ve put together a list of ten wonderfully colorful hotels.

Few places on earth offer the cultural and geographical diversity of Latin America. From Chile’s vineyards and snowy peaks, to the jungles and beaches of Brazil, the continent is chockablock with extraordinary experiences. Spring has sprung in the southern hemisphere, and herein are nine noteworthy places to visit right now.