Hope Takes Root: Bucuti & Tara Guests Join Tree Planting on World Climate Action Day

On this year’s World Climate Action Day, Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort once again turned commitment into action, launching its new Plant a Tree of Love program at The Bucuti & Tara – GMC Nature Preserve. Couples were invited to nurture both their love for one another and their love for Aruba through a meaningful, hands-on experience that contributes to the island’s ecological restoration.

This special morning brought together Bucuti & Tara guests Mr. and Mrs. Maccini and Mr. and Mrs. Ballweg, alongside dedicated resort team members, with transportation generously provided by Fofoti Tours. Together, they planted native trees that will flourish for generations to come. The event marked an inspiring new chapter in extending Bucuti & Tara’s climate leadership beyond its carbon-neutral resort grounds to the heart of Noord, home to its own nature preserve.

Celebrating Climate Action Through Connection

World Climate Action Day, observed globally on October 24, encourages individuals and organizations to take concrete steps toward achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement and advancing the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. As a proud member of the UN Tourism Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, Bucuti & Tara stands among the world’s leaders in hospitality that take measurable action to reduce and offset carbon emissions.

This inaugural activity also marks the beginning of Bucuti & Tara’s newest guest experience, Plant a Tree of Love. The program invites couples to plant a native tree together at The Bucuti & Tara – GMC Nature Preserve, symbolizing both their bond and their shared affection for Aruba. Each tree becomes a living testament that grows stronger over time, much like the couples who plant them. Beyond its romantic symbolism, the initiative provides guests with a meaningful opportunity to give back to the island by contributing to nature restoration, biodiversity, and climate resilience.

“Creating our Plant a Tree of Love program allows us to go beyond reducing emissions on our resort grounds,” shares Crescenzia Biemans, Managing Director of Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort. “It reflects our belief that true climate action is about regeneration, inviting our guests and community to take part in restoring and protecting Aruba’s natural heritage. Our Nature Preserve, a cherished gift to Aruba from Mr. Ewald Biemans, Grete Marie Case, and our resort, provides the perfect setting for this shared purpose to give back to the island we love and help it thrive for generations to come.”

The Plant a Tree of Love experience will expand in 2026, offering guests an enduring opportunity to celebrate their love while helping safeguard Aruba’s natural beauty for the future.

The Heart of Bucuti & Tara’s Climate Commitment

The tree planting event marks another milestone in Bucuti & Tara’s ongoing journey of environmental leadership. As the Caribbean’s first and only certified carbon-neutral hotel and the recipient of a United Nations Climate Action Award, Bucuti & Tara continues to turn sustainability from philosophy into measurable impact.

At the core of this mission stands The Bucuti & Tara – GMC Nature Preserve, a 32-acre sanctuary for native biodiversity, education, and research. In collaboration with local NGO Ban Lanta y Planta, the preserve is being reforested with native trees and plants, now numbering more than 1,200. Together, these trees help restore Aruba’s natural balance while serving as a carbon sink that supports Bucuti & Tara’s long-term environmental goals.

In partnership with the University of Aruba, ongoing research studies how native species capture and store carbon, generating valuable data that informs future climate strategies. The preserve not only restores native ecosystems but also plays a vital role in sequestering carbon as Bucuti & Tara advances toward its Net Zero certification for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.

While Scopes 1 and 2, which cover direct and energy-related emissions, are nearing full neutralization, Scope 3 emissions remain a global challenge that involves suppliers, transportation, and production chains. Bucuti & Tara is addressing this by reducing emissions across its operations and through its own distribution company, Tara Eco Supplies, which works closely with suppliers to advance sustainable sourcing and logistics. The resort also invests in nature-based solutions, such as The Bucuti & Tara – GMC Nature Preserve, to sequester residual carbon while restoring biodiversity. Through these combined efforts, Bucuti & Tara continues to learn, collaborate, and share best practices that help accelerate progress toward a regenerative future.

“Every tree we plant strengthens the foundation for a more resilient and self-sustaining Aruba,” shares Ewald Biemans, Founder of Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort. “The preserve is more than a carbon sink; it is a living classroom and a gift to our island where nature, people, and knowledge come together. By protecting and restoring our ecosystems, we can show that even a small island can make a meaningful contribution to global climate action.”

Hope Grows Here

Bucuti & Tara extends its gratitude to its cherished guests, Mr. and Mrs. Maccini and Mr. and Mrs. Ballweg, who joined the first Plant a Tree of Love activity, and to the dedicated associates whose passion made it possible. The resort also thanks its valued partner Fofoti Tours for providing transportation in support of this mission. Together, they planted more than trees; they planted hope, unity, and a vision for a thriving Aruba.

On this World Climate Action Day, Bucuti & Tara is reminded that every action, no matter how small, contributes to the greater collective good. With each tree rooted in its nature preserve, the resort renews its promise to nurture Aruba, the planet, and the generations yet to come.

“Today’s trees will stand as a reminder that climate action begins with each of us,” adds Biemans. “We are proud, grateful, and deeply motivated to keep growing together.”

Learn more about Bucuti & Tara’s sustainability journey at www.Bucuti.com.