From Georgia to Ecuador, conscious hoteliers are making positive impacts around the world by paving the path forward with both guests and the environment in mind. Historic buildings and materials are finding new life. Natural and renewable energy sources are powering entire properties. And importantly, local communities and partnerships are always prioritized. When it comes to taking holistic approaches to sustainable actions, the following six hotels are leading the way.
Accor launches new ALL Meeting Planner campaign: ‘We must start meeting like this’
Accor, is thrilled to launch its latest campaign for meetings and event organisers – ‘We must start meeting like this’.
Resilience through diversity and investments the focus on UN tourism visit to Jamaica
With the latest UN Tourism data showing international arrivals returning to 87% of pre-pandemic levels at the end of 2023, emphasis has now shifted to protecting the sector from future shocks. The official visit of the delegation led by Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili coincided with the second Global Tourism Resilience Day. A series of high-level meetings in Jamaica also advanced shared efforts around ethical, inclusive and sustainable tourism as well as the priorities of education and investment.
Centara achieves four ESG milestones, leading the way in sustainable hospitality
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is proud to announce four remarkable sustainability achievements that underscore its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence.
Garner hotels redefines affordable comfort in hospitality
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), welcomes guests to experience a relaxed and purposefully different stay – where quality meets affordability. Garner hotels – a new midscale brand made with character – reaches exciting growth milestones with two new U.S. openings in Macon, Ga., and Oklahoma City, Okla., as well as plans for global expansion now underway.
Marriott International signs agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company
Marriott International announced a signed agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company that will introduce Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts to the shores of Zanzibar in 2025. To support the growing demand for premium hospitality accommodations in Tanzania, Le Méridien Zanzibar Resort will feature 75 guestrooms as well as the brand’s glamourous, signature programming and experiences that will help guests discover the culture, coordinates and cuisine of the destination.
WTTC calls on EU Travel & Tourism as it exceeds employment records
In a decisive move to shape the future of the Travel & Tourism sector, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today issued a ‘Call to Action’, urging EU stakeholders to support a sector that employs over 22MN people and contributes €1.4TN to the European Union’s economy.
UN Tourism celebrates heritage and culture on official visit to Iran
Zurab Pololikashvili led a high-level delegation to the country to join the official inauguration of the Tehran International Tourism Exhibition and for a series of bilateral meetings to advance common goals around tourism resilience, diversity and rural development.
HSMAI DC accelerates into 2024, energized by recent awards
Energized by recent awards for its educational and partnership programs, the Washington, D.C., chapter of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International has rolled out a full-year schedule of events for 2024.
Marriott International signs agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company
Marriott International announced a signed agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company that will introduce Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts to the shores of Zanzibar in 2025.
