Our commitment to protect Nature
At Travel Paradise, we are very aware of the ecological issues and the responsibility of each one in the safeguard of our Planet and more specifically of the beauty and the purity of the Island of Ré. For us, it is of utmost importance that our business is done with the greatest respect for its natural environment. Here are the concrete ecological actions we are taking to honor the environment:
Use of soft and respectful products: We use products such as Gargouille allowing to replace the detergent for more than 1000 washes. And the product Bel'Lande Vert, a range of ecological cleaning products certified by ECOCERT which guarantees the use of natural and non-GMO substances, the use of less polluting manufacturing processes and the traceability of the product, from the purchase of raw materials to the distribution of finished products.
Limiting water and energy consumption: We choose, where we can, renewable energy sources, optimizing heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, choosing energy-saving equipment, turning off unused appliances and using LED light bulbs.
Waste Reduction: We minimize the waste created by our business by adopting environmentally responsible practices, recycling materials, composting food waste and reducing packaging. Our villas are optimized to consume as little as possible. When not in use, electrical appliances are unplugged and Wi-Fi is turned off.
Some information on the ecology of the island of Ré
The island of Ré is known for its natural beauty and biodiversity, and many efforts are underway to preserve its beautiful and delicate ecosystem.
The flora: the island of Ré is characterized by a specific flora, which consists of halophilic plants (adapted to saline environments) such as samphire, maritime aster, soda and spartina. There are also forests of maritime pine and holm oak on the island.
Fauna: The island of Ré is an important nesting site for migratory birds, such as terns and gulls, as well as for sedentary birds such as tits and robins. The dunes and beaches are also home to animals such as lizards, snakes and toads.
Natural environments: the island of Ré is home to several types of natural environments, including dunes, salt marshes, soft marshes, forests and beaches. These environments are important for biodiversity and are protected by law.
Human activities: the ecology of the island of Ré is threatened by human activities such as mass tourism, urbanization, fishing and pollution. Many efforts are underway to reduce the impact of these activities on the island's ecosystem.
The Ile de Ré is a unique place in terms of biodiversity and natural landscapes. However, it is key to continue to protect the island's environment to preserve its beauty and ecological richness for future generations.