Plans were revealed this week for a new, off-the-grid, eco-resort on Star Island in the Bahamas, and although it won’t offer any budget accommodation, it does aim to provide sustainable tourism inspiration for the travel industry.The resort, expected to open in 2009, will provide five star lodging with pools, spas, restaurants and a marina – yet the resort is also being designed to be green in all areas.Building materials will include cold-formed steel, which is made from recycled metals, and make use of local materials; water will be provided by rainwater harvesting and purification systems, organic food will be served in the restaurants and even the bed sheets will be made from bamboo fabrics.
