CASUARINA BEACH CLUB, BARBADOS

Winner Global Tourism Business Award 2005

Casuarina Beach Club is a three-star hotel located on the south coast of Barbados, in one of the busiest resorts in the South Caribbean. Its beautiful 1 -- acre property is set in a 'Tropical Forest' and is one of the few hotels in the Caribbean in its own ecosystem. All aspects of casuarina's management are dedicated to ensuring the environmental, social and cultural sustainability of its surroundings. All rooms are fitted with water and energy saving devices, staff are trained in all aspects of environmental management and guests are encouraged to participate in local community activities. Within Barbados, Casuarina is already leading the way in environmental awareness, providing advice to other companies wishing to follow their example and working with the government to put in place 'green' policies.