Tag: Sustainable Tourism
PATA makes AI, ESG micro-learning courses available to tourism professionals
PATA has launched two courses – one on AI and the other on ESG sustainability – under its new Micro-Credentials Programme, designed to give...
Tourism professionals see responsible development key to long-term industry resilience
Discussions at the PATA Annual Summit 2026 this week on building a resilient future for the tourism industry highlighted a common view: a responsible approach to tourism development gives destinations the agility needed to navigate a volatile environment.
Agoda survey highlights growing demand for purpose-led travel in Asia
Agoda’s 2026 Sustainable Travel Survey indicates rising interest in travel experiences that deliver meaningful connections and support local communities across Asia.
The survey found that...
PATA reaffirms relevance as it marks 75 years of existence
In a rapidly changing world where multiple factors continue to affect travel and tourism – alongside ongoing debate over tourism’s value – PATA’s leadership...
PATA Annual Summit opens with resilience focus, honours leaders
The dual-city PATA Annual Summit (PAS) 2026 kicks off this week in Pohang and Gyeongju, cities that are part of South Korea’s North Gyeongsang...
Bhutan to stage inaugural travel mart as global engagement grows
Bhutan will host the first Bhutan International Travel Mart (BITM) from June 11 to 13, 2026 in Zhichenkhar, Thimphu, bringing together global buyers and...
Go beyond the checklist; why the checklist is not the final...
Kevin Phun, founder of the Centre for Responsible Tourism Singapore, shares why sustainability certification risks becoming ineffective when treated as a checklist, and how understanding its purpose can strengthen operations and sales
Agoda and TPO formalise partnership to support city tourism planning
Agoda has entered into a partnership with the Tourism Promotion Organization for Global Cities (TPO) to work across its network of member cities. The...
Club Med reports progress on sustainability programme across Asia-Pacific
Club Med has outlined progress from its Happy to Care sustainability programme across Asia-Pacific, coinciding with Earth Day 2026.
The programme focuses on environmental management,...
Beyond Green marks five years with sustainability programme launch
Beyond Green is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the launch of a year-long programme focused on sustainable travel, alongside a donation initiative linked to...
