Dolomites agritourism accommodation in Italy
How this holiday makes a difference
Environment
All accommodations are small scale and family-run and this makes the real difference, since it means everything is in a small scale and is therefore much better controlled, from wastes to energy, until economic cooperation among tourism operators. Farmstays and agritourism are place to get to know the real Italian hospitality and cuisine, to meet new people, and to live not as a tourist, but as a friend. Farmstays and agritourism accommodation in Valle del Chiese, Trentino, respect the local law on waste management and pollution reduction, which represents the highest standard in the Italian context. Owners separate glass, plastic, paper, cartoons, tins, and compost all food and garden waste and also collect rain water and use it in the gardens. Use of printed brochures has been reduced, as most of the promotion is done by the Internet and email marketing.
Some accommodations produce energy with solar panels and all of them are linked to the local production of hydroelectric energy, which makes the valley almost independent under this point of view. Many farmstays are old building restored according to the newest technology on sustainable construction, in the traditional style and using local materials. In most cases restoration has been done by local companies.
Community
All farmstays owners are local private accommodation providers. Overnight in private accommodation enhances the visitors’ experience, since they get an opportunity to be welcomed by a local host and thus get better insight in everyday life of local people in Trentino. In some cases accommodation owners seat at the same table with guests, to get in touch and know each other. Food is served directly by the owners and guests can also, in some cases, participate in the preparation.
We encourage our guests to visit local attractions, eat in local restaurants, buy local produce and use local services. All our staff are employed locally, and we support the local businesses by buying local produce from the nearby farms for the guests and our meals. Accommodation owners also use local services such as builders, electricians and plumbers for the maintenance of the property.
We buy food and beverage from local producers, especially from local farmers and wine makers, in this way our travelers are contributing to the local economy. Owners also cooperate actively with local tourism board, stimulating the partnership and cooperation among tourism operators, to organize events and help guests to meet the different sides of the valley. Many operators suggest other accommodations and are keen to develop common strategies with their colleagues.
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