Tag: Sustainable Development
Maldives reaffirms commitment to responsible, inclusive tourism development
The Maldives’ government has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible and inclusive tourism development, as well as meeting evolving traveller needs, said Fathmath Thaufeeq, CEO...
Marriott, USAID to lift economic conditions for Maldivian islands
Seven Marriott International resorts in Maldives and The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) recently came together to look into collaboration with local...
Bhutan tourism looking bright with reduction of sustainable development fees
Bhutan’s travel sector is bouncing back from the lows of the global pandemic, buoyed by a multi-pronged promotional strategy and the announcement that the...
Saudi Arabia shares plans for sustainable flights, airport operations
Saudi Arabia aspires for greener global aviation, using its new airline and international airport as examples, as the country seeks to establish itself as...
Off to an adventure
Adventure tourism is a valuable forte for destinations to develop, asserts Hannah Pearson, Adventure Travel Trade Association’s regional director for Asia, as it is a multi-billion dollar segment that keeps most of the earnings within the local community and demands a sustainable approach to development
Bhutan reopens to the world with new tourism strategy
The Kingdom of Bhutan reopens its borders today to international travellers following the Covid-19 pandemic.
Aside from welcoming visitors to the country, Bhutan has also...
Bhutan set for September reopening with new tourism approach
Travellers to Bhutan will pay a much higher Sustainable Development Fee when the destination reopens to international visitors on September 23, but freedom to...
UNWTO kicks off second Awake Tourism Challenge
UNWTO has flagged off the second edition of its Awake Tourism Challenge, calling on innovators who can help with tourism recovery and contribute to...
Greening of a resort island
Lee Cheh Hsien, divisional director, planning, Sentosa Development Corporation, understands that pushing for carbon neutrality by 2030 for the entire island is a monumental task, but remains confident in the progressive and relentless effort that his partners are displaying
Accor makes waves in sustainability agenda with help of Energy Observer
Accor recently reaffirmed its commitment to achieve net-zero by 2050, and is supporting myriad sustainability initiatives that can help it deliver on its promise.
One...
