Tag: Sustainable Tourism
NTO chiefs underline continued commitment to develop tourism responsibly
From taking guidance from sustainability experts to promoting home-stays and local experiences that benefit natives, more and more NTOs are devising their strategies to...
UNWTO digs deeper to uncover more top tourism villages
Following two successful editions of its hunt for the world’s most outstanding tourism villages that are able to drive rural development and local well-being,...
Singapore’s Southern Islands get sustainable tourism transformation
Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) will commence sustainable tourism activations on Singapore's Southern Islands, with a collection of five low-impact accommodation units on Lazarus Island...
Sri Lankan hoteliers commit to rebuilding tourism responsibly
Despite tourism challenges, two Sri Lankan hotel players have remained firm in their efforts to uplift local communities as they rebuild their business.
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Sustainable tourism at a critical juncture
Sustainability in the travel and tourism industry has become the most discussed subject, accelerated by the pandemic. However, Roi Ariel, general manager of Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), says the industry needs accountability and greater public awareness
UNWTO Observatories to guide shift towards a sustainable and resilient tourism
The World Tourism Organization’s (UNWTO) International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO) recently met in Madrid and welcomed insights from more than 150 experts.
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Making sustainability the way to go
The four-year SUSTOUR Laos project aims to improve sustainability by integrating local tourism businesses into the supply chain through the promotion and certification of sustainable business practices, says project manager, Connor Bedard
Conscious and persistent
Recent challenges have only made Marriott International far more aware of the need to advance sustainability and drive social impact, and the company is ever more resolute in its commitment to serving the world, says Rajeev Menon, president for Asia Pacific (excluding China)
WTTC, Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to drive transition to net positive hospitality
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (SHA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding committing both organisations to closer...
SLH’s Considerate Collection doubles in size as it hits first anniversary
From just 26 hotels at the launch of Small Luxury Hotels of the World’s (SLH) Considerate Collection a year ago, there are now 38...
