COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
By signing the Green Pledge of Slovenian Tourism, Dolenjske Toplice as a destination pledged to conscientiously follow the 10 principles of Slovenia Green brand, through which we are committing ourselves to sustainable operation practices, continuous evaluation of the current effects of tourism on the environment and local community as well as continuous improvement in this respect:
Slovenia Green is based on unspoilt nature and the determination to keep it that way. It is tightly integrated into the identity of the I feel Slovenia brand, as an experiential promise that expresses the mission of Slovenian tourism "forward with nature" and supports the vision of "green boutique tourism".
We are aware that the success of tourism in Slovenia is based on the credibility of its green image. The Green Scheme of Slovenian Tourism is being developed with the aim of developing tourism in Slovenia in a sustainable way, with the efforts of all stakeholders for responsible business practices.
We guarantee that we fully meet the conditions defined by environmental legislation in Slovenia, based on the legislation of the European Union, as well as global or European legislation indicators for destinations and providers.
We meet the criteria as defined by global and European indicators for sustainable management at destination level, we demonstrate our responsible behavior towards the environment with one of the selected international environmental signs.
Slovenia Green brand promises visitors to Slovenia that tourist destinations providers and partners, bearers of this sign, operate according to sustainable principles and are committed to continuous improvement of the sustainability of our business practices.
Visitors are encouraged to have a respectful and responsible attitude towards natural and social environment in Slovenia.
We are aware that tourism has a great impact on the social and economic profile of the destination, therefore, we actively involve the local community and develop tourism that brings positive results for everyone.
We strive for a seasonal and regional distribution of tourist visits and we respect the load-bearing capacity of the space. We follow the news and are aware of the importance of introduction of green innovations, green technologies and sustainable architecture and infrastructure.
Because the travel distances in Slovenia are short, and Slovenia is at a favorable crossroads of important transport routes, and since nature is always close by, we promote sustainable mobility.
We want visitors to experience the landscape and biotic diversity of Slovenia, which is why we strive to highlight and promote in our operations, product development and communication what in our environment is most special, authentic and of local character.
In the year 2024 the destination received its first Slovenia Green sign for its efforts to implement sustainable tourism practices - Slovenia Green Bronze.
