It’s #MexMonday and so we’re excited and honored to share some big news from one of our favorite spots in Mexico: Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun! Now Sapphire was recently recognized by the Rainforest Alliance for Sustainable Tourism!

The stunning pool at Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun.

Set in a tropical landscape of evergreens, wheat-colored sand and sparkling sea, combining a AAA Four Diamond award designation with Unlimited-Luxury® amenities, Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun offers the perfect escape for couples, singles and families.

Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun has always been committed to promoting a sustainable tourism environment by employing a variety of eco-friendly and socially responsible practices so we’re thrilled to be recognized for our hard work! Check out the following ways that Now Sapphire is going green:

• Amigos de Sian Ka’an: The resort is a proud member of Amigos de Sian Ka’an. The mission of Sian Ka’an is to conserve biodiversity, promote the socioeconomic development of communities, and influence the environmental culture and policies, based on science. Working towards a greener and healthier planet, we have partnered with the organization by implementing actions focused on environmental well-being programs.
• Rainforest Alliance Verified™: Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun has achieved significant and measurable sustainability milestones and has been awarded with the Rainforest Alliance Verified™ mark. The requirements for verification are aligned with the Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria. This verification assures the commitment of Now Sapphire to reduce the impact of its activities on the planet and local communities.
• Stewardship: To further reaffirm their commitment to the local community, handmade, local products are sold in the shops and stores. Additionally, soft and hard goods are donated to local charities.

Recycle bins at Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun.

If our humbling recognition wasn’t reason enough to visit, the summer’s on fire with incredible rates of up to 40% off and up to $400 USD in resort coupons with Hot Hot Hot!

Reserve your summertime getaway now through June 25th for travel until August 21, 2015!