The Blue Flag Programme is a voluntary eco-label for beaches and marinas. The
programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), a non
profit non governmental organisation with member organisations in 49 countries as
of June 2007. The Blue Flag Programme started in Europe in 1987 with the
purpose of encouraging beaches to comply with the EU Bathing Water Directive.
The Programme criteria have since developed to address a wide range of
environmental and safety issues. The number of participating countries and of
beaches and marinas receiving the award has increased yearly.
The Blue Flag is given to beaches and marinas that meet a specific set of criteria
concerning environmental information and education, water quality, safety and
services and environmental management. It has become a symbol of quality
recognised by tourists and tour operators and can be used for the promotion of the
awarded beach or marina.
Informations http://www.pavillonbleu.org
Azurene Royal Hotel is just around the corner from the beach Mace which has got the Blue Flag, to enjoy the blue water book now.
