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
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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.
commitment
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.
Monitoring of water consumption
Introduction of comprehensive preventive plans
Xero gardening techniques in our gardens (the use of native species with minimal water needs)
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:
The installation of LED lights in almost all the hotel facilities
The automatic air conditioning disconnection system when the windows in a room are opened.
The use of renewable energy thanks to the installation of solar panels in the hotel itself, allowing the heating of water in rooms, achieving the saving of significant amounts of CO2 emissions to the atmosphere.
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.
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.
We support local farming and livestock communities:
- Retinto beef.
- Almadraba tuna.
- The wines and oils of La Jerra, etc…
All of local origin, bearing the most characteristic taste of Andalusia.
Double Benefit: Enrich the travelling experience and contribute to the sustainable development of the destination by maximising 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.
