Marriott International announces ambition to go net-zero
Commitment represents company’s latest action on climate stewardship.
Ras Al Khaimah to become the regional leader in sustainable tourism by 2025
The strategy maps out key steps for the Emirate to secure long-term sustainability that will drive overall tourism growth objectives and contribute directly to national and international climate change and environmental policy commitments.
European industry professionals come together to discuss aviation’s green transition and sustainability solutions
Binter, in co-ordination with ERA, AESA and SENASA, hosted a forum this week in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to promote sustainable regional aviation. The green transition of aviation was the main focus, and all professionals in the sector discussed…
WTTC announces Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism at virtual ‘Climate Week’ event
Global tourism body also announces new ground-breaking social and environmental indicators for the sector.
The Évora Forum – A World for Travel takes the lead in sustainable actions for the travel industry
The teams at A World for Travel and the Resilience Council developed a baseline of where the travel industry currently is in terms of sustainable actions and goals.
GSTC formally joins ISEAL as a community member
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has formally became an ISEAL Community Member.
Request for Proposal : Consultancy Services for Preparation of a Strategy for Linking Tourism Sector and the Local Economic Development (LED) Targeting 4 Tourism Circuit in Tanzania Mainland
UNDP Tanzania Request for Proposal: Consultancy Services UNDP Tanzania is advertising tender for Consultancy Services for Preparation of a Strategy for Linking Tourism Sector and the Local Economic Development (LED) Targeting 4 Tourism Circuit in Tanzania Mainland. Proposals may be…
European Travel Commission publishes Handbook on Encouraging Sustainable Tourism Practices
New ETC handbook brings clarity on how tourism organisations can encourage sustainable practices. COVID-19 has influenced both businesses and consumers to think differently, with sustainability now as an important driver in purchase decisions.
Sustainable travel takes centre-stage at 2021 Business Travel Show
Direct ATPI Global Travel offsets delegate travel.
TDF and Seera Group partner to develop the first sustainable tourism project in Al Baha
The Raghadan Tourist Resort project represents the beginning of a new era in Al Baha’s history and will be a major boost for tourism in the region.
MEDIA RELEASE: HOW CONSERVATION AND TOURISM ARE REBUILDING AUSTRALIA’S TOURISM SECTOR
Three of Australia’s bushfire-prone regions are joining the push to build Australia’s tourism sector back better using sustainability principles, thanks to funding from the World Wide Fund for Nature-Australia (WWF-Australia) and Ecotourism Australia’s internationally recognised ECO Destination Certification program. The…
ICAO Stocktaking event spotlights latest innovations for aviation decarbonization
The 2021 Stocktaking provided a platform for youth inputs, including young entrepreneur initiatives and an ISAE-SUPAERO announcement on the founding of their Institute for Sustainable Aviation.
LAY WASTE TO LANDFILL: CRUISE MAROOCHY ECO TOURS CANS PLASTIC BOTTLES
For many, landfill is a convenient and final waste management solution for materials that tend to hang around longer than we wish they would. But for some tourism operators, diverting waste from landfill was the only option for a sustainable…
TEA TREE HOLLOW – THE DIGITAL DETOX EXPERIENCE
Are you searching for a hassle-free getaway from your hectic day-to-day lifestyle? Tea Tree Hollow, Australia’s most recent Nature Tourism certified operator, offers you and your loved ones the best. Tea Tree Hollow, a four-bedroom, two-bathroom property with a fully…
The four week countdown is on to Évora Forum – A World for Travel
The first major sustainability focused travel conference is taking place in Portugal on 16 – 17 September.
Centara EarthCare announced as a GSTC-recognized standard
The Centara EarthCare is Centara’s internal sustainability standard, used by the group’s hotels and resorts for adherence to sustainable practices based on the GSTC Criteria.
Ampaire brings hybrid electric flight to South West England
Flies between Exeter and Cornwall to demonstrate the benefits of sustainable aviation.
Berlin joins Global Sustainable Tourism Council
Germany’s capital city has become a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. visitBerlin actively supports sustainable tourism and drives forward its development in Berlin’s tourism sector.
LAKES BEACHFRONT HOLIDAY PARK ACHIEVE NATURE TOURISM CERTIFICATION
Looking for a holiday escape on the magnificent 90 Mile Beach in the East Gippsland region with fun activities and relaxation for the whole family? Our newest certified member, Lakes Beachfront Holiday Park, may be your perfect place for your…
WELCOME FIFTH COHORT OF MASTER REEF GUIDES
Master Reef Guides are scattered along the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park in Queensland, residing as far north as the Ribbons Reefs, all the way down south to Lady Elliot Island. Currently, there are 13 in the Southern Great Barrier…