Plan a BIG Meeting
While Leaving a SMALL Footprint in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Looking to host your next meeting while being kind to the planet? Check out these sustainable and eco-friendly tips for planning a meeting on the Alabama Gulf Coast!
Choose the Right Venue
To secure a great meeting venue with a focus on reducing your carbon footprint, The Lodge at Gulf State Park and the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo are excellent options in the area. With eco-tourism and the Leave Only Footprints initiative playing a vital role in commerce and development in the area, these two establishments stand out in being green and eco-friendly!
Known for hosting big events with small footprints, The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel provides a welcoming place for the entire group. Offering on-site restaurants, private dining areas, a coffee and wine bar and 40,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor space, this property can handle any number of guests you plan to invite to your event. They will even guide you to eco-friendly team-building opportunities if you wish.
Offer Group Transportation
Carpooling is a common way to decrease fuel usage and air pollution. Several group transportation options are available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, such as Coastal Express Shuttle. Perdido Beach Resort has partnered with Coastal Express Shuttle to offer The Loop, which takes groups from the resort to many of the beaches’ largest attractions. It’s the perfect way to be environmentally conscious and enjoy team-building time in between meetings.
Dine Green
For a one-of-a-kind dining experience, Safari Club at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo offers a cultural twist for its guests. Welcoming its visitors with vibrant colors and African animal-themed décor, the building was designed to create the feeling that you are dining on a safari. Located north of the island in Gulf Shores, this restaurant is the first “Green Certified” restaurant in Alabama. The entire operation is eco-friendly and sustainable. Guests dine at wooden tables built from trees on the property, providing a true connection with the outdoors while sitting inside. The menu also offers a variety of foods, including a vegan and vegetarian menu created from plants grown in the onsite garden.
When booking your eco-friendly meeting at these unique venues, let the pros on our team help you create a successful event.
