DIVE INTO our “Responsible stays”:
A new way
of travelling
At DAIA Slow Beach Hotels, sustainability has emerged as an essential factor.
We are fully immersed in a more conscious way of life, fully connected to the environment and its conservation, both at the environmental and social level, in order to safeguard our planet.
Our hotels not only provide a way of life aligned with the “Slow Movement” but a new way of travelling in which we can operate together to care for the environment.
What do we do?
At DAIA hotels we are committed to sustainable management for environmental conservation, the preservation of cultural diversity, and the development of the local community in which we are located.
We seek to provide the highest quality service, while looking to minimise our social and environmental impact, inviting travellers to enjoy authentic experiences, relaxation, well-being and discovery of the local culture.
Other actions
The protection of our seas and oceans concerns us and affects us personally.
footprint
We are reducing our carbon footprint every day in order to improve our energy efficiency.
The Fuerte Foundation is the channel for our social and cultural projects.
SAVING WATER, A HUGE RESPONSIBILITY IN THIS REGION
Aware of the importance of water in such a sensitive area as southern Andalusia, we have introduced various measures in order to achieve a reduction in consumption. In this hotel we have installed efficient irrigation systems and flow reducers in taps
among other measures that are giving beneficial results.Promoting awareness of water saving among our customers and employees is the basis for achieving the targets set each year.
Water consumption is constantly recorded and monitored in terms of total volume, and the indicator of liters per customer is also measured to establish comparisons.
Existen exhaustivos planes preventivos de mantenimiento de las instalaciones relacionadas con el agua para evitar fugas e ineficiencia.
Técnicas de Xerojardinería en nuestros jardines (uso de especies autóctonas con necesidades hídricas mínimas)
Los uniformes del personal poseen tejido sostenible certificado.
Flow reducers in the taps of the rooms and common bathrooms and in the showers.
Dual-flush toilets in the bathrooms.
We wash sheets and towels according to our customers’ demands.
Energy and
carbon footprint
Implementing measures to achieve the highest possible energy efficiency is crucial to minimising our environmental impact.
These efficiency measures not only contribute to the reduction of electricity or fossil fuel consumption, but also directly influence the reduction of our carbon footprint, which is one of our most important annual objectives at the hotel, because it helps us understand our overall impact in a meaningful way.
Among the energy efficiency measures introduced, the following stand out:
We have achieved our goal of reducing the carbon footprint at the group level. We have reduced 8.4% of CO2 equivalents per customer.
We have exceeded our goal of reducing greenhouse gases by reaching an 11.04% reduction at the group level. This leads us to decarbonize at a faster pace than we predicted.
The installation of LED lights in more than 90% of the hotel’s facilities.
The automatic disconnection system of the air conditioning when opening the room windows.
Double-glazed windows to avoid energy losses in the rooms.
The use of renewable energies thanks to the installation of solar panels in the hotel itself, which allows heating the water in the rooms (saving significant amounts of CO2 emissions into the atmosphere).
Use of sensors and timers in the employee area and parking to automatically turn off lights.
We record and monitor energy consumption, both for electricity, diesel, and propane supplies, and we conduct consumption comparisons per customer to carry out constant energy efficiency studies.
We use solar thermal energy to heat the water that goes to the rooms and thus save energy.
We have an exhaustive maintenance and control plan for energy installations to ensure maximum efficiency.
Circular economy and waste management
At DAIA, actions such as:
Separation of plastic, paper and cardboard, glass, cooking oil and aluminium and food waste monitoring, with the aim of reducing overall waste to an absolute minimum.
Introduction of a purchasing policy that includes favouring bulk purchase and reducing product packaging.
Amenities made of biodegradable or ecologically friendly material are provided, among many other measures.
There is a procedure created for the correct registration and management of these wastes. Mandatory for certifications (POE1 Waste management and circular economy).
Our employees receive training on waste separation.
We provide reusable bottles and water refill stations for our customers.
Fixed refillable shampoo and gel dispensers (instead of individual bottles).
The “Winnow” system for food optimization and utilization is used, allowing a reduction of 40% to 70% in food waste at the hotel.
Textiles such as tablecloths and uniforms are reused
FOR EXAMPLE, IN THIS HOTEL WE OFFER AN ALTERNATIVE TO BOTTLED WATER THROUGH THE USE OF OSMOTISED WATER, WHICH ENABLES US TO SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCE THE PLASTIC WASTE GENERATED.
Conservation of our natural heritage
At DAIA we are fully aware of the importance of protecting biodiversity and natural ecosystems. As a consequence we are careful to provide information to guests which:
- Encourages visits to environments without leaving a footprint.
- Promotes places to visit and their rules.
- Stresses the importance of not leaving litter.
- Does not promote paths which are prohibited.
- Stresses the ban on making fires.
- Does not harm the native fauna or flora.
DIVE INTO A SLOW TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
DAIA Slow Beach Hotels is aligned with the “Slow Movement”. We seek the balance of things. Our philosophy revolves around light, where days are made up of moments rather than hours. Where the sea is a path to the horizon and our most intimate connection with nature. Welcome to our way of loving, understanding and living your holiday, at your own pace.
The slow concept in gastronomy
The Slow Food concept that we apply at DAIA promotes local, traditional, sustainable Kilometre 0 foods.
A large percentage of our products come from the municipality itself and its surroundings, and we thus promote the local economy, while preventing a large amount of polluting gases that would be emitted during longer transportation.
In addition to supporting local agricultural and livestock communities, we carry out a series of measures for the sustainable development of the local environment:
- We have a control procedure for waste to avoid food waste from foods that expire and are not consumed.
- WINNOW system for measuring food waste, aiming to improve operations and reduce waste.
- The necessary food purchase is adjusted daily according to expected occupancy forecasts.
- We are committed to favoring the acquisition of locally grown products. We schedule regular visits to local food and beverage producers.
- We offer vegan and vegetarian options, as well as dishes adapted to different allergies or intolerances, such as gluten, lactose, etc.
- Local products and dishes are preferred in our culinary offer.
- Our suppliers must sign a special clause on sustainable behavior.
- Retinto meat;
- Almadraba tuna;
- Local wines and oils…
- All of local origin with the most characteristic flavor of Andalusia.
Double Benefit: enriching the traveler’s experience and contributing to the sustainable development of the destination, maximizing the benefits for society and the local environment.
VALUES AND COMMUNITY
Some of our suppliers
Local and social
To achieve this, we prioritise the recruitment of local staff, we have a purchasing policy where local products and suppliers enjoy preference, and local social projects and activities are provided both within and beyond the hotel, in order to showcase local culture and our natural heritage and thus provide guests with the most authentic experience possible.
Cultural
activities
To ensure this cultural difusion, at DAIA we provide our guests with information regarding outstanding activities in the area, its festivals and other renowned traditions, and the most emblematic places to visit in order to experience the local culture. Activities are also offered both within and beyond the hotel to connect guests with the local culture. see if marketing is to include a section similar to “Powerful Experiences”.
SUSTAINABLE
MANAGEMENT
We have a code of ethics that includes the protection of employees which is rooted in human rights, non-discrimination and fair and equal treatment.
Senior management looks at sustainable management in person, and is part of the Sustainability committee.
- Every year, surveys are conducted of all stakeholders in order to understand the material or most important issues on aspects of sustainability, and to what extent they are rated by each of these groups.
- We align our aims with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- We have a sustainability policy championed through the management of the company at all levels.
Our
accolades
As a result of hotel management based on the premises underpinning sustainable development, this hotel has received awards on several occasions.
