Bees are an integral part of the ecosystem and around the world, and hotels have taken meaningful steps in the move toward sustainability by celebrating bees in various ways. Take a look – and take a taste.
One might think that beekeeping only occurs in rural areas, but urban beekeeping (and farming), the latest trend in modern hospitality, is redefining the meaning of “sustainability” and “locally sourced.” Blossoming at notable restaurants (and hotels) around the world, beekeeping and homegrown honey is all the buzz this year.
In the concrete jungle of Los Angeles, Providence, one of the most relevant and enduring sustainable fine-dining destinations, has retained their coveted two Michelin Star rating (since 2009) in addition to earning their first-ever Green Michelin Star in the 2023 California Michelin Guide. The prestigious award acknowledges restaurants at the forefront of the industry when it comes to sustainable practices, holding themselves accountable for both their ethical and environmental standards and working with sustainable producers and suppliers to avoid unnecessary waste.
The revered restaurant is one of the first in the city to add not only a flourishingon-site rooftop habitat garden (officially designated as a Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation), in addition to a prosperous set of Italian honeybee hives re-hived from a local bee rescue,which have generated more than 100 lbs. of honey since last year. The bees and the rooftop garden thrive together in a healthy ecosystem that is 100% organic and fully balanced, supports biodiversity in plant offerings and other species, has rich fungal hyphae living soil network, and produces food (for humans and pollinators).
Throughout the destination of Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, Mexico, visitors can enjoy programming specific to the Melipona bee, a stingless honeybee native to the Yucatan peninsula that produces honey used by Mayan healers for centuries.
Nestled in the Riviera Maya, Mayakoba is a 595-acre resort and residential destination anchored by a commitment to sustainability and thoughtful environmental design. Mayakoba offers four meaningfully placed luxury hotels — Andaz, Banyan Tree, Fairmont and Rosewood — each with distinct personalities and amenities. Within the destination are a wealth of lifestyle experiences including four acclaimed spas, more than 25 restaurants with eclectic cuisines, the Mayakoba Dive and Water Sports Center, and more.
At Andaz Mayakoba, at the resort’s Naum spa, discover the benefits of the signature“Melipona honey ritual,” complete with a full body relaxing massage with warm honey followed by a honey face mask.
At Fairmont Mayakoba, at the Willow Stream Spa, guests can enjoy
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