How Jamie Wake Travel Protects Your Booking
When you book with Jamie Wake Travel, you're not just choosing convenience and expertise – you're also protected. Here's how:
- ATOL Protection: We hold an ATOL licence, so your package holiday is financially protected.
- Protected Trust Services Member: Your money is held securely in a trust account until you're home.
- Supplier Failure Insurance: If one of the suppliers goes out of business, you're covered.
- Scheduled Airline Failure Insurance (SAFI): If your airline ceases trading, your money is protected.
We don’t just plan holidays. We plan holidays with peace of mind built in.
Why Choose Sustainable Accommodation?
Choosing eco accommodation isn’t about being perfect. It’s about making thoughtful choices. It can:
- Lower your environmental footprint
- Help preserve the destination for others
- Support local workers and communities
- Inspire you to travel differently
- Still give you all the comfort you expect
And at Jamie Wake Travel, we make it easy to do just that.
What to Ask When Booking Sustainable Stays
Not every "eco" hotel meets the same standards. Want to be sure you're choosing the real deal? Ask us about:
- Where the energy comes from
- What waste-reduction strategies are in place
- Whether the food is locally sourced
- If the hotel has environmental certifications
We vet our suppliers to help ensure your stay lives up to its green promise.
How You Can Travel More Sustainably
Even small changes make a big impact:
- Choose train travel where possible
- Offset your carbon footprint
- Pack reusable items (bottle, bags, cutlery)
- Support local artisans
- Respect local customs and wildlife
Travelling consciously doesn’t mean sacrificing enjoyment. It adds depth and purpose to your trip.
The Truth Behind Eco-Certifications
With the rise in demand for sustainable stays, some hotels have started adding eco claims to their marketing without much substance behind them. This has led to confusion for travellers trying to make ethical choices.
That’s where eco-certifications can help — but not all are equal. Genuine certifications usually involve third-party verification and ongoing checks, rather than a one-time self-assessment.
Some respected global certifications include:
- Green Key – awarded for excellence in environmental responsibility in tourism
- EarthCheck – offers science-based assessments for sustainable tourism
- LEED Certification – mainly used for building standards in energy and water efficiency
- Travelife Gold – ensures environmental and social impact is measured and managed
- B Corp – awarded to companies that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance
When browsing properties, look out for these. But if you're not sure, our team at Jamie Wake Travel can help explain which certifications are meaningful — and which are just clever branding.
Remember: transparency is key. A good hotel will be happy to tell you what they’re doing to reduce their footprint.
Sustainable Doesn’t Mean Sacrificing Fun
There’s a common myth that eco-friendly holidays are all about compost toilets and barefoot yoga. While those options are out there, they’re just one slice of a much bigger pie.
You can still enjoy the same holiday experiences you love — beach lounging, fine dining, adventure activities, and even spa treatments — with a more sustainable twist.
Here are a few examples:
- Snorkelling with reef-safe sunscreen and guides who support marine conservation
- Farm-to-table dining that supports local growers and reduces food miles
- Electric bike tours in cities or countryside regions instead of petrol-powered ones
- Spa treatments using natural, cruelty-free and locally sourced products
- Wildlife experiences that avoid animal exploitation and contribute to conservation
What really matters is the approach. Is the experience harming the destination or helping it thrive?
This mindset shift is what makes a holiday sustainable — not the absence of comforts or activities.
At Jamie Wake Travel, we work hard to make sure your dream trip doesn’t compromise your values. You can still go wine tasting in Tuscany or paddle boarding in Thailand. We just help you do it with partners who care about their impact.
Your Next Eco Escape Starts Here
Planning an eco-friendly holiday doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you know exactly where you want to go or just know you want to go greener, Jamie Wake Travel is ready to help.
We’ll match you with the right destination, the right property, and the right package to suit your needs. From UK countryside cabins to remote rainforest lodges, we help you discover a better way to travel.
You can use the Jamie Wake Travel website to start building your own bespoke holiday today. The powerful search feature is available on every page. But if you’d rather leave the planning to us, we’re just a phone call or message away.
Ring us on 01495 400005 or use our holiday enquiry form to start your journey. Because every great holiday should be as unique as you are – and as kind to the planet as it is to your soul.
