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Seeing the Green Side of Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia, is known for many things. From the site of the 1996 Summer Olympics to the Atlanta Braves to Stone Mountain to being the capital of Georgia and more, Atlanta is a thriving city where millions of tourists visit each year. One thing that most people don't realize about Atlanta, however, is that there is a thriving eco-friendly movement in this city as well. From lodgings to restaurants to stores to playgrounds and more, quite a bit of focus is being put on making Atlanta greener and better for the environment. When you travel to Atlanta, you want to be sure to check out these eco-friendly locations to help support their efforts and reduce your own carbon footprint while you travel.
Atlanta, Georgia, may not be associated with eco-tourism by most people, or where you think of going for a green get away, so you may be pleased to learn about the eco green attractions, green lodging, environmentally friendly playgrounds, and organic shopping you can treat yourself to in Atlanta. Stay in any number of the green hotels found in Atlanta.
Where do you want to stay in Atlanta? One of the most environmentally friendly lodgings in Atlanta is Stonehurst Place. This bed and breakfast offers you the ultimate in hospitality and green features to help you have a restful and relaxing trip, all served up in elegant surroundings. From the homelike atmosphere that beckons you into the door to the eco-friendly environment, Stonehurst Place offers it all for you. Some of the ways that they are friendlier to the environment than other lodgings include being smoke-free, using solar energy, reclaiming water, recycling, and offering sustainable and organic foods. All of these features do not mean that you will be roughing it, however. You will also be greeted with Wi-Fi and high speed internet access, Ipod docking stations, flat screen TV's and other luxuries that will keep you comfortable.
Where do you want to eat in Atlanta? Atlanta has a wide range of organic and sustainable food offerings. 5 Seasons Brewing offers a menu based on the local growing seasons, as well as handcrafted beers that are made on demand. Lov'n It Live, just ten minutes outside of Atlanta, offers organic and vegan cuisine that is made fresh every day. Six Feet Under has chosen to go green in a different way by using a windmill for energy at its Westside location, recycling, changing to CFL bulbs, eliminating plastic straws, water bottles, and soda bottles, using low-flow valves where possible, adding a greywater system, and changing their takeout packing to recyclable or compostable packaging. If you are in the mood for something a little different, L'Thai Organic Restaurant offers organic Thai food and are the only organic Thai restaurant outside of Thailand. These and other restaurants are trying to do their part for the environment.
What should you do in Atlanta? You don't want to miss visiting the Morningside Farmer's Market if you are there on a Saturday. They offer organic food exclusively, which will allow you to find fresh fruits and vegetables that you will love. They also offer chef demonstrations and other events that can help you to learn more about organic food and how to prepare it to keep you healthy. If shopping is more your thing, you don't want to miss the Eco-Bella, which is a 100% organic store in Atlanta. From clothing to home furnishings to skin care and more, you will find a wide range of organic products at this store. Need something fun for the kids? Take them to an eco-friendly playground. The Poncey-Highland playground in Freedom Park features playground equipment that is made from recycled milk containers and a play surface that is made from recycled tennis shoes. This is a great way to teach your children more about reusing items and they will have fun, too!
Atlanta is a great destination for those of us who enjoy living a greener life. From staying in a environmentally friendly hotel to visiting one of the many organic or eco-friendly restaurants to visiting one of the many places that feature environmentally friendly products or living, you will find that Atlanta can be a great eco-friendly place to visit. Plan your trip there today.
Posted by Kit
