Plan an Eco-Friendly Meeting

Choose the Right Venue

To secure a great meeting venue with a focus on reducing your carbon footprint, The Lodge at Gulf State Park and the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo are excellent options in the area. With eco-tourism and the Leave Only Footprints initiative playing a vital role in commerce and development in the area, these two establishments stand out in being green and eco-friendly!

Known for hosting big events with small footprints, The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel provides a welcoming place for the entire group. Offering on-site restaurants, private dining areas, a coffee and wine bar and 40,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor space, this property can handle any number of guests you plan to invite to your event. They will even guide you to eco-friendly team-building opportunities if you wish.

Offer Group Transportation

Carpooling is a common way to decrease fuel usage and air pollution. Several group transportation options are available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, such as Coastal Express Shuttle. Perdido Beach Resort has partnered with Coastal Express Shuttle to offer The Loop, which takes groups from the resort to many of the beaches’ largest attractions. It’s the perfect way to be environmentally conscious and enjoy team-building time in between meetings.

Dining

The best way to top off a solo trip is to treat yourself to delicious food and drinks! Take advantage of these dining opportunities during conference off-time. Nestled within Gulf State Park is Woodside Restaurant, a relaxing eatery with a variety of creative Southern-style dishes for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Overlooking the sugar-white sand beaches and pristine Gulf waters, Perch is The Lodge at Gulf State Park’s very own fine dining experience. Perch’s patio deck features two fire pits, gorgeous outdoor seating and amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico - the perfect place to end a relaxing day with a glass of wine.