By Laura Elizabeth May
Green Right Now
Surprise that special someone or yourself with a green getaway this Valentine’s Day.
While planning your weekend getaway, don’t forget there are a wide variety of green vacations that are available.
The Avalon Hotel and Spa features packages for sweethearts or singles this Valentine’s Day. The Avalon Hotel was built in Portland and holds a U.S. Green Building Council LEED Silver Certification. The hotel is located on the Willamette River, an area which is a protected green space. The site has over 8,000 square feet of protected natural habitat that helps to sustain the butterfly population of the region.
