Are you an eco-conscious traveler looking for an Earth Day getaway? If so the newly opened Golden Rock Resort may be your perfect spot.  Enviably situated on one of the last hidden secrets in the Caribbean, this new property opens as the first and only upscale lifestyle resort in the Dutch island of St. Eustatius (Statia) revealing a sophisticated, oceanfront haven that pulses with the energy of the area’s natural splendor and charm. Signaling a new era for the destination and breathing new life into the unspoiled island, the introduction of the hip, crisply designed 32-guestroom resort will enter the market as the largest hospitality development in the history of Statia.

In its commitment to an eco-consciousness lifestyle, Golden Rock Resort makes use of the following sustainable systems: solar panels to completely power the resort; a reverse osmosis machine turning salt water into clean, drinking water with a capacity to store 240,000 liters; and a helophyte filter used to clean dirty water using reed and bamboo to be used for irrigation of the property’s plants and grass.

Ideal for adventurous and eco-conscious travelers, the contemporary boutique hilltop resort spans 40 acres of lush landscaping and immaculate gardens and is situated near the island’s signature “Quill,” the dormant volcano that’s one of the Caribbean’s most sought-after hiking spots. Offering guests an authentic natural island experience with a touch of adventure, Golden Rock embodies a casual, upscale aesthetic with unparalleled access to nature’s calming, restorative, and rejuvenating power.

After an extreme hike, guests can unwind at the resort’s two spa-treatment rooms, or relish in an extensive list of amenities, inclusive of a large asymmetrical swimming pool, state-of-the-art oceanfront gym, tennis/basketball court, preserved historic artefacts, large outdoor children’s play area and more.  A Beach Club with an infinity pool is scheduled to be completed this year.

Breeze, the destination’s premier restaurant with miles of unobstructed views of the ocean and neighboring islands of St. Kitts and St. Martin, features exquisite dishes with local produce and global flavors such as the Caribbean Lobster – Thermidor Style, King Crab & Avocado with a spicy juzu vinaigrette and the Beef Tenderloin with choice of chimichurri, peppercorn sauce or breeze butter. The resort’s soon-to-open vegetable garden will supply an abundance of fresh ingredients to create an array of flavorful dining and craft cocktail experiences.

Pro Tip: Earth Day happens to fall on a Friday this year, so pack your bags and book a much-needed weekend escape HERE where you will return home feeling refreshed and revitalized.