Kasbah du Toubkal, a hotel in Marrakech awarded at the COP22 for its contribution to sustainable tourism

Kasbah du Toubkal mountain retreat that offers sustainable tourism and authentic Berber hospitality on Northern Africa's highest peak, was awarded an environmental certificate at the COP22, UN Climate Change Conference being held in Marrakech for their efforts in finding solutions for sustainable tourism in Morocco.

Located 90 minutes outside of Marrakech in the Imlil village in Morocco's Atlas Mountains, the award winning Kasbah Du Toubkal embodies sustainable tourism through its accommodation and variety of services. Also called the Berber Hospitality Centre after the name of the local indigenous community, Kasbah du Toubkal embraces management and staff, delivering the unspoiled charm of an ancient Moroccan culture that views the property as an extension of the home.

Forgoing modern hotel practices, Kasbah Du Toubkal provides an experiential lens into the over 4,000 year old culture. Guests are treated as if they are entering a local Berber home through a variety of amenities and intangibles including a mint tea greeting upon arrival, traditional Moroccan robes and slippers, homemade yoghurts, juices, and rich local cuisine.

Kasbah Du Toubkal donates 5% of their proceeds to the Village Association Programme, which supports the local community. Through this business model, guests are allowed to take direct part in improving the conditions of local residents and support the environment by simply making a reservation. This mission driven approach has earned the Hospitality Centre multiple awards in responsible and ecological tourism.

Kasbah Du Toubkalis located outside of the main road systemin Toubkal National Park, the heart of ancient Moroccan Berber country. Set in the Imlil Village, within the High Atlas Mountains on Northern Africa's highest peak, the Berber Hospitality Centre is approachable by foot or mule to provide guests with an arrival experience that is reflective of local customs.

Source: thePress.Company

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