Accor, has entered into a strategic partnership with Qualmark to work towards certifying Accor hotels, resorts and apartments across New Zealand as Gold Standard Sustainable Tourism Businesses.
Sustainability in practice, Aleenta Resorts, Thailand
Since becoming the first hotel brand in South East Asia to go single-use plastic free in 2018, Aleenta Resorts in Thailand continues to be guided by its commitment to being a leader in sustainable, ethical and community-focused hospitality.
Amilla Maldives’ commitment to inclusivity and sustainability recognised by two leading institutions
Private island resort Amilla Maldives has been recognised for its continued commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and inclusivity, with accolades from two leading institutions, EarthCheck and Blue Badge Access Awards. Amilla achieved its third consecutive EarthCheck Silver certification following an extensive audit of its sustainability practices; while the resort’s innovative and stylish approach to accessible design saw it named ‘Best International Venue’ in the Blue Badge Access Awards 2023.
Growing wine tourism for inclusion and sustainability
The UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism has been held for the first time in La Rioja, one of the world’s leading wine tourism destinations, with the focus placed firmly on inclusion and sustainability for local communities and territories.
Scandic meets Nordic Swan Ecolabel’s new stricter environmental requirements
Scandic reached a sustainability milestone by recertifying all of its previously ecolabeled hotels according to the Nordic Swan Ecolabel’s new, tougher environmental requirements.
8 hospitality industry trends in 2024 and tips to stay ahead
The hospitality industry has always been at the forefront of adapting to changing trends and customer preferences. As we approach 2024, it’s evident that the industry is on the cusp of significant transformation. Here’s how to stay ahead.
BWH Hotels commits to sustainable hospitality with New Earth, People and Community initiative
Leading global hotel brand, BWH Hotels (BWH) pledges its commitment to environmental and social responsibility through the launch of its new Earth, People and Community (EPC) initiative. Recognising the importance for the hospitality industry to take the lead on establishing sustainable programs that meet evolving guest expectations, the EPC program offers hotels practical, cost saving solutions to drive sustainable development.
Inventory management and sustainability: A win-win strategy for the hotel industry
Here are ways hotels can minimize secondary inventory waste in their rooms in order to reduce costs, increase profits and promote sustainability.
Embracing sustainability: green hotel renovation strategies
A renovation might be a big undertaking, but making sustainable upgrades is well worth it in the long run.
Southeast Asia Hotel and Resorts need to urgently leverage sustainability and grasp “The Green Premium”: Phist
Hotels and resorts around Southeast Asia are failing to understand the “green premium” and how to leverage it to attract quality guests, according to leading figures in the region’s hospitality industry.
