Principles of ASLH

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  Cultural Authenticity

  One of the pleasures of travel is experiencing new people and ways of life. At each of our member properties you will find a unique experience that represents a different community and culture. Some examples of the features of our member's properties include:

  + Using local artisans and materials in their architecture

  + Menus of local delicacies with locally sourced ingredients

  + Activities such as visiting nearby villages and joining community work

  It is very important that our travelers have an authentic experience where they learn about the people and history of the area they travel to. We are founded on the belief that when people cross borders and meet each other, it opens a new door into understanding and building a foundation for world peace.
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  Social Responsibility

  All of our member properties must pass a series of strict environmental and social requirements. We only work with hotels and resorts that have a net positive effect on their community and look for properties that provide economic opportunity to the area as well as a commitment to long-term improvement. This includes:

  + Creating full time year round jobs

  + Providing education and teaching skills to the community

  + Supporting local businesses

  When you travel with ASLH, you can be assured that you are traveling with minimal negative impact. We understand that different people and cultures are one of the treasures of exploring the globe, so we ensure our member properties do not harm the local communities.
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  Environmental Efficiency

  The hotels and resorts in our collection are located in the most beautiful natural settings the world has to offer, many just a short walk from world famous nature preserves and breathtaking undeveloped landscapes. It is extremely important that these gorgeous habitats are not harmed by the existence of the hotel. All of our members are shining examples of ecological tourism, and are designed to:

  + Produce little to no waste when possible

  + Use renewable sources of energy

  + Avoid using materials and products that are wasteful or hazardous to the environment

  By experiencing different ways of living with minimal impact, we hope that our travelers will take home some of what they learned about living more sustainably, and help spread it all over the world.