Scandic reached a sustainability milestone by recertifying all of its previously ecolabeled hotels according to the Nordic Swan Ecolabel’s new, tougher environmental requirements.
Today and Always, Accor stands with women around the world
On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we reaffirm our commitment to standing together as a Group in support of our female Heartists® and all women across the globe.
Salamanca to host the first UNWTO International Seminar on Tourism Law
On 30 November and 1 December, the First International Seminar on Tourism Law will be held, organized jointly by the University of Salamanca, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Sorbonne University.
GBTA welcomes European Parliament’s Inclusion of Sustainable Aviation Fuels in the Net Zero Industry Act
The Global Business Travel Association welcomes the European Parliament’s inclusion of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) as a priority technology in the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) during this week’s plenary session. The NZIA is a pivotal piece of legislation that will Support the deployment of manufacturing technologies necessary for decarbonisation in the EU and help achieve its ambitious 2030 and 2050 climate targets. As a major user of air transport, the business travel community is actively supporting the shift towards cleaner aviation throughout the European Union, by stimulating market demand for SAF. In a recent report released by the GBTA Foundation on Managing Emissions from Business Travel Programs, SAF is highlighted as the most immediate opportunity to decarbonise air travel by delivering a net reduction in carbon emissions compared to fossil-based jet fuel.
PATA and WTCF sign MOU to promote win-win cooperation in BRI Cultural Tourism Industry
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce a new organisational partnership with the World Tourism Cities Federation (WTCF), a global international tourism organisation with tourism cities as its focus. The agreement aims to establish a strategic partnership for constructive cooperation in areas of mutual interest based on the principles of organisational development and mutual benefit.
Quality Lodgings chooses Mews as preferred partner for their 100+ hotel collection
Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has been chosen by Quality Lodgings as a preferred partner for their collection of over 100 hotels.
Sustainable Tourism observatories are transforming the sector
Members of the International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO) have met to exchange insights on the importance of governance, participatory approaches and timely data in advancing sustainability in destinations.
TELEFÓNICA and UNWTO to promote digital, sustainable and inclusive tourism
Telefónica and the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have followed through on their commitment to cooperate by signing a new collaboration framework, valid until 2026, with the aim of promoting tourism development that is more digital, sustainable and inclusive.
Mantra hotels across Australia and New Zealand band together to celebrate new Trolls movie
Mantra, in collaboration with Universal Pictures, is excited to announce an action-packed partnership to celebrate the release of the new chapter in Universal Pictures’ blockbuster franchise, Trolls Band Together, beginning on November 20 and continuing throughout summer.
Accor partners with NAB to bring enhanced benefits to members of ALL
Accor, announced today a new partnership with National Australia Bank (NAB) to bring enhanced benefits to members of its ALL – Accor Live Limitless loyalty programme.
