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Germany offers greener getaways for Indian Travellers in 2023

January 31, 20231158 Views

- According IPK International, 80% of international travellers are conscious about sustainability, climate and environmental protection - Germany to heavily focus on a wide range of sustainability initiatives throughout 2023 - GNTB to continue its ‘Feel Good’ sustainable travel campaign alongside two more themebased campaigns - Germany is witnessing a considerable increase in tourist arrivals with India leading the way. German National Tourist Board (GNTB) has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable tourism offerings to travellers, encouraging ecoconscious travel expeditions, thriving towards strengthening intercultural understanding, supporting regional businesses, and conserving natural resources. According to an analysis by IPK International, around 80 per cent ...

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Travellers set to splurge on international travel this year

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January 21, 20231098 Views

WTTC and Trip.com Group global traveller report reveals shift towards sustainable travel “Demand for travel is now stronger than ever” says WTTC President & CEO Julia Simpson A major new report by World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group, together with Deloitte, reveals a heightened appetite for sustainable tourism amongst consumers, with 69% of travellers actively seeking sustainable travel options. In this follow-up report, WTTC joined forces again with leading global travel service provider, Trip.com Group and its major consumer brands Trip.com, Ctrip and Skyscanner, with additional data sourced from Deloitte, to analyse the trends that shaped the Travel & Tourism sector last year and will continue to do so over 2023. The Mont des Arts or Kunst...

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Sustainability ‘superpower’ Saudi Arabia to lead clean energy revolution

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December 2, 2022921 Views

Author Jeffrey Sachs: Tourism can change the world by being ‘green and clean’ UN’s Patricia Espinosa: We need ‘unity of purpose’ to tackle climate crisis Saudi Arabia can become a solar energy “superpower” that drives a global sustainability revolution and accelerates the world’s renewable energy transition, tourism leaders heard on Thursday. Jeffrey Sachs, Director of the Center for Sustainable Development at Columbia University, highlighted the region’s potential to lead a concerted push toward net-zero emissions during the 22nd World Tourism and Travel Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Riyadh. “We need to inspire a sustainability revolution,” Sachs said. “Tourism can really change the world by being clean and green but also by showing everyone – politicians, business le...

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A new urban retreat from sustainable The Stay Hotels

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June 28, 2022653 Views

Turkey’s first independent carbon-neutral hotel group commits to excellence in luxury hospitality with its latest opening The Stay Boulevard Nisantasi, Istanbul’s hottest new hotel for 2022, is now open for bookings in the heart of the city’s refined fashion and cultural district. The beautifully designed 82-room property is housed in an elegant building in the heart of Nisantasi and joins the established collection of luxurious and culturally connected properties. Standards of Excellence for Sustainability Naturally, the new hotel meets The Stay Hotels’ standards of excellence for sustainability, as part of Turkey’s first carbon-neutral independent hotel group. Recently awarded carbon-neutral status by the internationally recognised sustainability specialist Bureau Veritas, the ...

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Anantara signs the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge

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June 7, 2022205 Views

To coincide with World Environment Day on June 5th, Anantara has announced signing of all its resorts and hotels with the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge. Launched in 2019 in Thailand, The UNESCO Pledge in partnership with Expedia has since expanded to create a globe-spanning travel ecosystem which supports sustainable tourism. An award-winning luxury hotel brand developed by Minor Hotels, Anantara has focused its efforts on social, economic and environmental areas of priority since the brand’s foundation in 2001, changing the definition of purposeful travel for generations of holidaymakers along the way. By signing up to the pledge, Anantara is adding a portfolio of over 45 hotels across the world to the roster of over 4,200 properties committed to concrete, transparent and ach...

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Eco badges will grow in importance for tourism industry

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April 19, 2022969 Views

Travelers are now seeking increased transparency, says GlobalData Many travelers now require higher levels of transparency from companies in terms of their environmental performance, with GlobalData’s poll finding that almost 75% of global consumers agreed that the introduction of sustainability labels on products should be mandatory. The leading data and analytics company notes that these badges help tourism companies to boost transparency, offer responsible alternatives to travelers, and demonstrate positive environmental performance. Ralph Hollister, Travel and Tourism Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “The adoption of badges that denote high performance concerning environmental benchmarks makes companies’ sustainability claims seem more trustworthy, which will increase demand for...

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Leaving behind only footprints – tips for sustainable travel

Emily Fletcher

January 8, 20221456 Views

The desire to travel and explore once again is on our minds, with many of us looking to our own beautiful country to embrace. More than ever, we are also aware of our planet and the impact of our own actions upon it – for better or for worse. Sustainable and even ‘Regenerative’ travel is possible, if we do it consciously. Here’s how to have a planet positive effect from your adventures and support incredible initiatives along the way, all whilst feeding your soul’s desire for the aliveness that only travel can bring. Move consciously A large amount of our travel carbon footprint is generated when we are moving from one location to another. If you did have a choice, taking a long-distance train or bus is a more planet friendly option as compared to a private car or plane. ...

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Sleeping sustainably – Tips for choosing hotels

Emily Fletcher

January 3, 20221296 Views

Choosing to stay in sustainable accommodation has an impact on both the environment and also the local community. In response to a changing consumer sentiment, hotels are busy advertising that they are more planet friendly and sustainable than ever. There are sustainable stays available for all budgets – from camping and hostels to luxurious resorts. However, it is necessary to do your research to make sure you are not simply being ‘greenwashed’ and falling for smoke and mirrors. To ensure you are supporting a business who shares your values and vision for a better world, ask them the following 5 questions: (You may find some answers on a ‘Sustainability’ tab on a webpage – otherwise, pick up the phone and give the front desk a call!) Do you use local staff and products? Sour...

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Secondary destinations were more popular this year among travelers

UPENDRA SWAMI

November 26, 2021723 Views

New report from WTTC and Trip.com Group reveals latest consumer trends and the shift in traveller behaviours # Bookings for ‘the great outdoors’ dominated in 2021# International spending expected to rise 94% in 2022# Eight out of 10 travellers will choose sustainable travel The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group have launched ‘Trending in Travel’, a new report that shows the latest trends traveller behaviour and future booking patterns in the wake of COVID-19. WTTC, representing the global Travel & Tourism sector, joined forces with leading global travel service provider, Trip.com Group, and its major consumer brands Trip.com, Ctrip and Skyscanner, to analyse consumer trends shaping the recovery of the Travel & Tourism sector. WTTC’s late...

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Travel operators will have to deal with environmental impact as well

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September 25, 2020500 Views

As young people unite across the world on the 25 September, in their first global action during the pandemic, it becomes clear that COVID-19 is not the only obstacle for future profitability for travel operators, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Johanna Bonhill-Smith, Travel & Tourism Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “38% of GenZ and 41% of millennials desire to hear news about a brand’s sustainability initiatives right now. How a brand is acting during COVID-19 is still the main priority, but this pandemic has shown the global population the impact that travel and tourism can have on the natural environment.” Operators continue to struggle amid slumps in travel demand and fluctuating travel corridors - for example, Ryanair recently reported its booking...