This July, we are thinking about what we leave behind. Not memories — those, we hope, will stay with you. We mean the other kind. The kind the ocean has been asking us to reconsider for decades.
At Ownia, the properties we choose are not just beautiful. They are built to give back more than they take. This month, Plastic Free July, we want to show you exactly what that looks like — in practice, in detail, in the places that have made sustainability a design decision, not a brand statement.
Every year, humanity produces over 400 million metric tons of plastic waste, and roughly half of that is designed for single-use purposes—utilized for just a few fleeting moments, yet remaining on our planet for centuries. At least 8 to 10 million tons of this plastic find their way into our oceans annually.
The reality of this footprint is sobering:
Across the Ownia Collection, our 60+ curated properties operate under a 100% plastic-free amenity policy and actively safeguard 12 crucial marine conservation zones. True luxury isn’t about excess; it’s about leaves, stone, glass, and the peace of mind that your stay supports the earth.
“Reef-safe. Plastic-free. UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.” Situated in a fragile marine sanctuary, Amilla proves that high-end luxury can actively protect the environment. From home-harvested water decanted into glass bottles to an on-site “UN(DO)” waste management center, every detail honors the surrounding coral reefs.
A private island rebuilt from nothing. 32 years of restoration.” Cousine Island is a testament to what happens when we step back and let nature heal. Over three decades of dedicated conservation have turned this private island sanctuary back into a thriving haven for endemic birds and nesting hawksbill turtles.
Quintana Roo, Mexico
Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
This July, change what you leave behind. Explore the full, completely single-use plastic-free Ownia Collection.
