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UNWTO chooses to headquarter its America’s office in Brazil
UNWTO has elected to locate the headquarters of its Americas office in Brazil and the decision was made at the UNWTO’s 24th General Assembly held last month
Byway launches first ever flight-free vegan holiday planner
Flight-free travel company Byway will launch a first of its kind dynamic vegan holiday planner
SeaYouTomorrow! How this hotel is helping fight climate crisis in Thailand
S Hotels and Resorts has joined forces with the Environmental Education Centre (EEC) Thailand to host an important event called SeaYouTomorrow aimed at raising awareness about the major…
Emirates SkyCargo transports 600 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines
Emirates SkyCargo has announced that it has crossed a major milestone in the global distribution of COVID-19 vaccines with 600 million doses flown on its flights
AirAsia initiates fund raising campaign in support of post-flood rebuilding
AirAsia Foundation is initiating its Malaysia Flood Relief donation drive in response to urgent calls for aid to support the rebuilding needs of communities impacted by the recent floods…
Tackling plastics pollution, the UNWTO way
The Global Tourism Plastics Initiative has welcomed a further 21 signatories, bringing the total of organisations that have committed to implement circular economy of plastics in the tourism…
Go Give One! Virgin Atlantic, Collinson and PATA join hands to tackle COVID-19 vaccine inequity
Virgin Atlantic has joined travel services specialist Collinson and the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) as part of the Global Travel Sector Vaccine Coalition
WTTC chooses Manila for 2022 global summit
WTTC has confirmed next global summit will take place in Manila on March 14-16 in partnership with the Philippine department of tourism
Blanket border closures must end, says UNWTO
United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has called out against the introduction of blanket restrictions on travel, as witnessed in recent days
Qatar Airways welcomes new-gen first Boeing 777-9 aircraft to Doha
Qatar Airways showcased its role as a global launch customer for the latest generation Boeing 777-9 aircraft after welcoming the ultra-modern, fuel efficient jet to Doha International…
Sustainability goals! This airline is making uniform using fabric made from 100% recycled plastic bottles
easyJet's introduction of the new crew uniform is part of easyJet’s commitment to mitigate waste, increase re-use of materials and search for innovative change beyond carbon reduction…
PATA to hold Virtual PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2021 from 24 November
Virtual PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2021 will gather the top minds in destination marketing and management for inspiring and insightful discussions on some of the major issues in…
Kerala launches responsible tourism tag for hotels
Kerala has introduced a ‘responsible tourism’ (RT) classification for hotels and resorts, giving a thrust to environmental protection and ecological restoration through tourism
Booking.com launches Travel Sustainable Badge
Booking.com has launched the Travel Sustainable badge, a credible, globally relevant sustainability measure that will provide highly coveted information to travellers all over the world…
Booking.com unveils first-of-its-kind travel sustainable badge
Booking.com, has announced the inaugural launch of its Travel Sustainable badge, a credible, globally relevant sustainability measure that will provide highly coveted information to…
Three-quarters of Brits don’t consider carbon footprint when booking holiday
Hotel booking platform, hoo, has revealed that three-quarters of us fail to consider our carbon footprint when it comes to booking holidays
Going green! ABTA and Deloitte unveil climate change project
Over the next year ABTA and Deloitte will be collaborating on a range of activities that will help ABTA Members understand climate change, what decarbonisation looks like across the industry
The Expedia Group and UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge reaches 4,200 hotels
With the world gathering at COP26 in Glasgow, travel businesses are taking further responsibility towards sustainable travel.
Future of Tourism World Summit debuts in Barcelona
UNWTO joined the Advanced Leadership Foundation and the Incyde Foundation of the Chambers of Commerce of Spain for the opening day of the Future of Tourism World Summit
Cathay Pacific becomes a founding member of the Aviation Climate Taskforce
Cathay Pacific together with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and other airline leaders announced today the formation of the Aviation Climate Taskforce (ACT), a new non-profit organisation…
WTTC chooses Saudi Arabia for 22nd Global Summit
World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global travel and tourism sector, has announced its 22nd Global Summit will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at the end of…
Andalucía launches new plan to reform region’s tourism
Ministry of Tourism for Andalucía has introduced the new General Plan for the Sustainable Tourism of Andalucía META 2027 (META 2027 Plan), designed to reform the region’s tourism strategy…
Saudi Arabia unveils Sustainable Tourism Global Centre
Saudi Arabian government has launched the Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC), a multi-country, multi-stakeholder coalition that will accelerate the tourism sector’s transition to net…
València crowned European Capital of Smart Tourism 2022
València has been named European Capital of Smart Tourism 2022 as the city's candidacy has been chosen by a jury of the European Commission
CAPA unveils historic, first-of-its-kind airline sustainability benchmarking report
CAPA together with carbon reduction strategists is pioneering the effective evaluation of airline carbon emissions in a new report released today
Following ethical tourism brands will become major trend: Arabian Travel Market
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has revealed that 2022 could witness a resurgence in brand conscious travellers, following commentary it received from delegates attending its 2021 in-person and…
Radisson makes all meetings and events carbon negative
Radisson Hotel Group has announced that it is the world’s first hotel group to make all meetings and events across 400+ hotels in its EMEA portfolio carbon negative
Aurora Expeditions certified 100% Carbon Neutral in an ongoing active sustainability plan
Aurora Expeditions is certified 100% Carbon Neutral as part of its long-term and far-reaching sustainability strategy.
Because sometimes being there means everything! First major Eurowings campaign since start of pandemic
The new Eurowings campaign "Just be there" stages these special experiences emotionally and authentically in various online video formats
This hotel on a green mission in Lake District has unveiled carbon neutral stay ahead of COP26
Victorian House Hotel in Grasmere in the Lake District is on a mission to make Cumbria greener by 2037 and ahead of the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow
Etihad raises USD1.2 billion in first sustainability-linked ESG loan in global aviation
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has raised USD 1.2 billion in the first sustainability-linked loan (SLL) tied to environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets in global…
4 eco-tourism initiatives in Kyushu, Japan
Remember the viral town of Kamikatsu in Japan, the world’s first zero-waste town? Japan is the innovator in modernisation and technology, but it is also a world leader in sustainable…
Pacific and Mekong ink tourism deal to foster sustainable travel
Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO) and Destination Mekong have inked a pact to foster a collaborative partnership that will benefit both organisations and their stakeholders
Neom and UNWTO join hands to boost Saudi tourism
UNWTO and Neom have partnered for new initiative focused on the future of tourism in Saudi Arabia with the Tourism Experiences of the Future challenge
Cathay Pacific aims for net-zero emissions by 2050
Cathay Pacific is reaffirming its commitment to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 by pledging to use Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for 10% of its total fuel consumption by 2030.
How Phuket hoteliers joined hands to remove 3 tonnes of rubbish from the island’s beaches
Over 500 volunteers from hotels, resorts and communities across Phuket came together this month to remove a staggering 3 tonnes of rubbish from island’s coastline
WTTC unveils net zero roadmap for tourism at virtual ‘Climate Week’ event
WTTC has announced the launch of a Net Zero Roadmap for the tourism sector to support the industry in combatting climate change during its virtual climate week event
How UNWTO prepared Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action ahead of COP26
In preparation for COP26, two information sessions were held on the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism
Sentosa’s ambitious sustainability roadmap supports Singapore Green Plan 2030
Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) is committing to major goals in the next phase of the Sustainable Sentosa strategic roadmap.
Kerala launches Caravan Tourism policy
Kerala government has announced a caravan tourism policy, promising safe, customised, and close-to-nature travel experience for visitors in tune with the preferences of tourists in the…
Saudi plans first sustainable tourism project in Al Baha
Tourism Development Fund (TDF) and Seera Group signed a financing agreement to establish and operate the Raghadan Tourist Resort, the first sustainable tourism project in the Al Baha region
Centara EarthCare sustainability standard recognised by Global Sustainable Tourism Council
Centara Hotels & Resorts has received “GSTC-Recognised Standard” status from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, a milestone achievement in the group’s commitment to long-term…
LATAM transports over 100 million Covid-19 vaccines free of charge
LATAM Group has exceeded 100 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines transported free of charge within Brazil, Chile, Ecuador and Peru
Portugal sets stage for 5th UNWTO global conference on wine tourism
UNWTO, Visit Portugal and the city of Reguengos de Monsaraz in the Alentejo region is holding the 5th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism, in collaboration with the Government of…
Portugal to host maiden edition of sustainable travel conference this September
Organisers of the ‘A World for Travel – Évora Forum’, the new annual sustainable travel industry event, have confirmed dates for 16-17 September of this year
Recommendations to help accelerate travel recovery in Asia Pacific
ATTIA is launching a Recommendation Paper around “The Building Blocks of Digital Health Passes” as a part of its 2021 Travel Recovery Thought Leadership Series
València becomes first city in world to measure water footprint of tourist activity
València has reached a new milestone in its commitment to the development of sustainable tourism by becoming the first city in the world to measure the water footprint of tourist activity
Time for ScotSpirit Holiday! VisitScotland unveils new campaign to boost travel recovery
VisitScotland is encouraging businesses to sign up to a new voucher scheme to help low income families, unpaid careers and disadvantaged young people who have been adversely affected by the…
First carbon neutral hotel stays launched in Mauritius
Veranda Leisure and Hospitality (VLH), operators of Heritage Resorts and Veranda Resorts, are offering the first carbon neutral hotel stays in Mauritius from October 2021
Europe becomes Strategic Partner of ITB China 2021
Many Chinese are looking forward to travelling abroad according to recent data collected by the European Travel Commission (ETC), who is strengthening ties with ITB China as a Strategic…
Give the World a Shot! Expedia announces global vaccine partnership with UNICEF
Starting today, each purchase made via Expedia Group’s mobile apps will result in a donation to help UNICEF’s global COVID-19 response
IndiGo becomes first domestic carrier to launch IATA Travel Pass on 20 August
Budget carrier IndiGo has announced it has partnered with IATA to become the first airline in the country to launch a pilot for the latter’s digital passport initiative called Travel Pass
Boeing releases maiden Sustainability Report
Boeing released its first Sustainability Report to share its vision for the future of sustainable aerospace, establish broad sustainability goals and highlight environmental, social and…
Fortune Hotels unveils ‘Gratitude package’ for Covid Warriors
Fortune Hotels, a member of ITC’s hotel group, has announced attractive packages to address the needs of the urban traveller
COVID, sustainability take centre stage in Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony
The current Olympic Games is extra special as it highlighted the ongoing COVID pandemic and sustainability.
Travelling responsibly in Japan
In Japan, where cleanliness is taken seriously, there are ways to travel responsibly.
Guidelines for tourism businesses to advance prevention of illegal wildlife trade
World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released major new guidelines outlining how the global travel and tourism sector can work together to tackle illegal wildlife trade (IWT)
Germany’s ‘Feel Good’ campaign boosts sustainable travel
The GNTB is promoting Destination Germany’s wide range of sustainable tourism offerings
Tourism stakeholders takes action on plastic waste and pollution
Aimed at reducing waste and pollution across the sector, the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative (GTPI) is welcoming 32 new signatories
10 greenest cities for eco-friendly fitness
A new study by Reebok has revealed the best cities to visit and live in to partake in eco-friendly exercise.
Biggest tourism campaign unveiled to bring the world ‘Back to Bali’
BALI’S major tourism stakeholders have pulled together to create the biggest tourism campaign in the history of the island - ‘Back to Bali’.
UNWTO sets stage for 1st Global Youth Tourism Summit in Italy
1st Global Youth Tourism Summit from 23-25 August 2021 in Sorrento in Italy will be the first of this kind at the global level aiming to promote youth engagement in the tourism sector and…
Selo Group Empowers Local Communities with New Ecommerce Platform
Acclaimed development company’s new Selo Footprints website highlights small Indonesian businesses as part of its community-focused approach
Bon vivant rejoice! 6th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism unveils new dates
Held under the theme ‘Gastronomy Tourism: Promoting Rural Tourism and Regional Development’, the Forum will take place 31 October – 2 November 2021 in Bruges, Belgium
This hotel is giving back to hospitality industry with ‘Scotcation’ twist
A charitable hotel is inviting individuals across the UK to ‘Scotcation’ in Edinburgh with a new package which will see 10% of income going directly towards its staff and another 10% to…
Reunite: New WTTC campaign shows importance of international travel to people
A new campaign has been launched by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) calling on governments around the world to restart international travel and enable the world to ‘Reunite’…
Here’s how Etihad and UN will work to strengthen volunteering globally
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has become the first airline to sign an agreement with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme aiming to strengthen volunteering…
Sustainable mobility can unlock USD400B in gulf region
Governments in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) could unlock USD400 billion of socio-economic value through the adoption and deployment of sustainable mobility strategies and technologies.
How Chiva-Som is spearheading ‘Hua Hin Recharge’ campaign
Chiva-Som, has announced a milestone step in the reopening of Hua Hin to international tourists called ‘Hua Hin Recharge’ following an extensive period of quarantine restrictions
The most sustainable cities in the world
A new study by Uswitch reveals which cities around the world are the most sustainable.
Dubai Sustainable Tourism launches green initiative
Dubai Sustainable Tourism (DST), part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) to further Dubai’s position as one of the world’s leading sustainable tourism…
Agri-tourism, the way forward for Maharashtra
The recently concluded two-day conference on agri-tourism paved the way forward for the growth of this segment in Maharashtra
Sustainable South Australia: Inspiring experiences for conscious clients
Eco-friendly travel is on the rise, this is a chance for you to capture conscious travellers and potential clients looking for sustainable holidays in South Australia.
G20 ministers welcome UNWTO guidelines for green transformation of tourism
UNWTO has served as tourism’s global voice as the Tourism Ministers of the G20 nations met to devise a way forward for an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable recovery for the sector
Duty of care at forefront of new travel risk management platform
With duty of care firmly front of mind for business travel managers planning post-pandemic travel, a new platform gives them the latest information and tools they need to respond to the…
Shelter for all! GiveIndia and Oyo launch fundraiser for underprivileged during COVID-19 recovery
GiveIndia and OYO Care have launched a fundraising campaign #ShelterForAll with an aim to raise INR 10 crore to offer rooms as isolation and quarantine shelters for COVID-19 positive…
The good samaritan! Qatar Airways ships essential medical supplies to India free of cost
Qatar Airways is supporting international efforts to tackle the second COVID-19 surge in India by shipping medical aid and equipment to the country free of charge from global suppliers
WTTC applauds private sector’s united approach to building travel recovery
World Travel & Tourism Council’s Global Summit has opened up as the first post-pandemic physical event in Mexico this week
Tasmania to become a carbon neutral destination by 2025
Tasmania’s tourism industry has set the ambitious goal of becoming a carbon-neutral destination in just four years.
Supporting sustainable travel: From Greenland, with love
Hjörtur Smárason, the new managing director at Visit Greenland talks about how the country aims to become one of the world’s leading destinations in sustainable tourism
Earth Day special: How Qatar is protecting vulnerable species, habitats and natural wonders
To mark Earth Day today on 22 April, Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) is celebrating the conservation of a favourite local aquatic mammal, the dugong, which is the subject of an…
Alphonse, Seychelles: A small island that is big on sustainability and ecotourism
Alphonse Island, a part of the Blue Safari Seychelles, is leading the way for sustainable travel in the Outer Islands of the Seychelles.
UNWTO logs in to Facebook to restart travel
UNWTO and Facebook have partnered to help global destinations make use of the power of digital marketing as they look to welcome tourists back safely
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah supports ‘pink lake’ clean-up
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah has ramped up its sustainability efforts by cleaning up the ‘Pink Lake’ in Ras Al Khaimah
Thai Vietjet unveils ‘Fly Green Fund’ to support environment
Thai Vietjet, in cooperation with Seub Nakhasathien Foundation, officially announced the partnership, launching ‘Fly Green Fund’, inviting the airline’s passengers and the public to donate…
Global community should support small island developing states, says UNWTO
UNWTO) is calling for the international community to show solidarity with ‘small island developing states’ (SIDS) by ensuring they have access to Covid-19 vaccinations
It’s a perfect match as Switzerland Tourism ropes in Roger Federer
Roger Federer has now become an official brand ambassador for the Swiss national tourism board
Sweden ranks No. 1 for global sustainable tourism
Sweden has been ranked at the top of Euromonitor International’s Sustainable Travel Index, which has classified 99 countries worldwide through the lens of sustainable tourism
Delhi launches heritage promotion scheme in budget
The Delhi government has introduced a heritage promotion scheme in its annual budget seeking to brand the national capital as a tourist destination
UNWTO unveils guide to help women in tourism
UNWTO is marking International Women’s Day 2021 with the release of its Inclusive Recovery Guide for women in tourism, compiled in collaboration with UN Women
UNWTO launches travel restrictions report
UNWTO Travel Restrictions Report provides a comprehensive overview of the regulations in place in 217 destinations worldwide
Why International Women’s Day is particularly important this year
If there’s one upside to experiencing a major challenge or transformative event, it’s that these moments can highlight issues that were sitting on the backburner and provide an opportunity…
Morocco sets stage for first UNWTO general assembly after pandemic
The UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Moroccan officials recently met to advance the organization of the 24th UNWTO General Assembly in October 2021, the first global high-level UN…
RedDoorz offers free temporary accommodations
RedDoorz has announced the launch of a new CSR campaign in collaboration with Singapore-based charity organisation Daughters Of Tomorrow (DOT).
Sawasdee Ka piggies! Travellers can now explore Thailand’s ‘Bay of Pigs’
Banyan Tree Samui is offering a half-day tour in a state-of-the-art speedboat which can carry up to 12 passengers to the uninhabited Koh Matsum to watch affectionate pigs
Intrepid campaign raises USD 15,458 for families in Peru
Intrepid Travel’s non-profit The Intrepid Foundation, in partnership with the NGO MEDLIFE, has delivered meals to over 350 families in Peru’s Sacred Valley
Kerala must ramp up commitment to responsible tourism
Kerala should ramp up its commitment to responsible tourism (RT) and move towards declaring the whole state as an RT destination in the light of changing consumer preferences towards zero…
Going local! Discova unveils new project to support farmers in Bali
With a long-standing commitment to generate alternative income for the communities they work with, Discova has unveiled a new project to support the local communities of the region in Bali
For planet and its people! Park Hotels launches ‘Room For Trees’
Park Hotel Group, a hospitality company in Asia Pacific, has announced the launch of Room For Trees programme in partnership with Eden Reforestation Projects (Eden)
2020 worst year for tourism, says UNWTO
Global tourism suffered its worst year on record in 2020, with international arrivals dropping by 74 per cent when compared to 2019 according to the latest data from the UNWTO
Saudi Tourism Authority unveils winter travel offering
Saudi Tourism Authority has launched new tourism packages as part of the Saudi Arabian Winter Season
UAE announces Tourism Council formation
UAE Cabinet, chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice president, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the formation of the Emirates Tourism Council
IATA calls for EU-wide Covid-19 vaccination certificate
IATA has urged all branches of the European Union to support an initiative from Greek prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, to agree a common digital European Covid-19 vaccination certificate
Over 100 million global tourism jobs could be recovered in 2021: WTTC
WTTC says more than 100 million jobs could return to the global travel and tourism sector during 2021 as the world recovers from the crippling COVID-19 pandemic
UNWTO to host key week for global tourism
Today in Madrid, the UNWTO Global Tourism Crisis Committee will hold its first meeting of the year to advance concrete plans to ensure the restart of tourism will take place
Keep calm and log on! PATA to host Virtual PATA Annual Summit 2021
PATA's three-day virtual event, in collaboration with Ras Al Khaimah, will bring together international thought leaders, industry shapers and senior decision-makers in the travel industry
Madhya Pradesh inks pact with Kerala to adopt its ‘responsible tourism’ model
Madhya Pradesh government has expressed interest to implement the model, aimed at development of village and local communities, eradicating poverty and giving emphasis to women empowerment
Travellers lend support to protect Seychelles’ environment
Travizory presented The Republic of the Seychelles with SCR 1,229,540 million (USD 58071.96) for the Environment Trust Fund
Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort wins plaudits for marine conservation
Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort has announced that it has been recognised once again for its environmental efforts.
Barefoot luxury experience, plant-based menus and tracking manta rays! This luxury resort is perfect for your getaway
David Stepetic, general manager of Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, candidly talks about how the hotel is conforming to high-end safety measures mandated by law and international guidelines in the…
To UK with love! Giant Christmas message from Aussies to Brits etched into beach
An Australian beach has taken the form of an enormous Christmas card, with a heartfelt message from Australia to the UK created in the sand
Marriott unveils Your Smile Travels A Thousand Miles campaign to send messages of warmth
Marriott Asia Pacific launched “Your Smile Travels A Thousand Miles” campaign, to celebrate the company’s associates and guests’ resilience throughout the year and promote the smiles behind…
UNWTO launches global ‘restart tourism’ campaign
Centred around a 45-second film, the 'restart tourism' campaign affirms UNWTO as the unifying voice behind the global restart of tourism
Record-breaking fourth edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge 2020 draws to a close
Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) officially concluded its most ambitious and inspiring edition to date with more than 1,500,000 participants rising to the 30x30 Challenge
‘How to go in 2021’: The ultimate travel list that you need
Intrepid Travel has released its first ‘How To Go in 2021’ list, highlighting key trends that will shape travel in the next year
Going green: Italy unveils EU-backed project to encourage sustainable tourism
EU Eco-Tandem Programme also aims to promote sustainable tourism by helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) become more innovative
TAT supports elephants and environment organisations with ‘Thailand Reduce Waste’ campaign
The Tourism Authority of Thailand has announced that it is donating through the ‘Thailand Reduce Waste’ campaign to Friends of the Asian Elephant and the Seub Nakhasathien Foundation
UNWTO visits Brazil to support sustainable recovery
UNWTO has reaffirmed commitment to working closely with the government of Brazil to help the country’s tourism sector recover and become a key driver of sustainable development
Lockdowns raise awareness: 77% of UK residents to consider environment in future holiday plans
Nearly half (49%) of UK residents said that the impact of COVID-19 has raised awareness about the impact holidays and travel have on the environment, recent research by iCarhireinsurance.com…
WTTC to hold Global Summit in March in Cancun to help restore travel around the world
The first major conference in the ‘new normal’ of the COVID-19 world will take place in Cancun, Mexico on 23-25 March 2021, hosted by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).
MTDC partners with Airbnb to promote offbeat destinations in Maharashtra
By promoting homestay tourism, this partnership will encourage travel to lesser-known destinations and will enable inclusive community-led tourism in the state, that will further enhance…
Cakes for elephants help sustain local farmers and struggling families in Thailand
Elephants in Northern Thailand are enjoying a new trend in treats – custom-made celebration cakes adorned with messages that acknowledge special milestones such as birthdays and…
Mandarin Oriental on track to remove single-use plastic
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, which pledged to eliminate all single-use plastic in October 2019 across its portfolio of 33 luxury hotels, by the end of March 2021, has reported on the…
Ontario allocates USD 180.5 million for training and jobs in tourism
Canada’s Ontario government is providing USD 180.5 million to connect workers in the tourism and hospitality sector and others most affected by the pandemic to training and jobs
Costa Rica unveils ‘Pura Vida Pledge’ for visitors to make sustainable difference post Covid-19
Costa Rican Tourism Board has launched Pura Vida Pledge – a promise to educate visitors about real meaning of responsible tourism to make a true difference to the local communities in the…
Nature & Me: Montenegro launches new tourism campaign
The campaign video, which features travel experiences from across Montenegro, highlights the untouched natural beauty of the country and reminds us that that nature is our friend
Kerala Tourism unveils Miyawaki forest project in 22 spots
In a major green initiative, Kerala Tourism has launched a project to create Miyawaki model micro forests at 22 tourism spots in 12 districts across the state
How India welcomed its first solar energy-driven miniature railway at Veli Tourist Village in Kerala
India’s first solar energy-driven miniature railway at Veli Tourist Village has been unveiled by CM as part of a new project to boost tourism
UNWTO supports digital innovation for Africa’s tourism attractions
Emphasis on digital innovation to position Africa's tourism attractions will be a key component of The Ubuntu: Africa Invites You To Live campaign, developed by ATREVIA that has won UNWTO…
Air New Zealand unveils 2020 sustainability report
The report encompasses issues such as supporting people and communities, tackling climate change, supporting New Zealand through sustainable tourism, working with suppliers and reducing…
Israel’s domestic and business tourism sector begin gradual reopening
The Israel Ministry of Tourism has defined the resort city of Eilat and the hotels area of Ein Bokek-Hamei Zohar at the Dead Sea as ‘green tourism islands’
The perfect destination for the eco-conscious traveller in 2021
The city has become the first in the world to verify its carbon emissions from tourist activity, the first step in a commitment to become a carbon-neutral destination by 2025.
Hotelbeds unveils The Green Hotels Programme to support sustainable tourism
Hotelbeds has announced today the launch of The Green Hotels Programme, a turn-key solution to bring the company and its partners to the green economy
Canary Islands joins UN observatory network for tourism recovery
Canary Islands has been confirmed as the latest member of the growing International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO), overseeing the responsible development of tourism…
Reopening forests: Jeep safaris, anyone?
Assam’s iconic Kaziranga National Park reopened today for tourists with all COVID-19 safety norms in place after seven months of closure
Coordination is vital for recovery, says UNWTO
Consistent and harmonised travel protocols, enhanced safety measures and the protection of jobs and livelihoods are the main ingredients needed for the restart of tourism
UNWTO and Expedia join hands to share data and insights for tourism recovery
UNWTO will work alongside the Expedia Group to strengthen ties between the public and private sectors and drive tourism’s recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
PATA unveils new chair and executive board to lead industry into post-Covid future and beyond
Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the ratification of the new PATA executive board to lead the tourism industry into the future and beyond
Emirates raises the bar on tackling human trafficking with inflight film
Emirates is airing on its ice inflight entertainment system a short film designed to educate the world about the misconceptions and the reality of human trafficking and exploitation…
European Commission convenes meeting over sustainable recovery of tourism
The European Commission convened a meeting aimed at exploring new ways to get out of the coronavirus crisis and gaining a sustainable recovery of the tourism sector
Peru, Bahamas, Puerto Rico and more get world’s first global safety and hygiene stamp
Peru, Bahamas and Puerto Rico are the latest destinations to use the world’s first ever global safety and hygiene stamp, launched earlier this year by the World Travel & Tourism Council…
WTTC acknowledges UK’s commitment to work with private sector to save tourism
WTTC acknowledged the leadership of the UK, for its support to the private sector at the historic meeting of G20 countries and CEOs of the world’s leading companies
How G20 tourism leaders have committed to intensify efforts towards sustainable recovery
Tourism ministers of the G20 nations have committed to stepping up their efforts to place sustainability and inclusion at the heart of tourism recovery and future growth
Qatar Airways says thank you to teachers with 21,000 complimentary tickets
On the occasion of World Teacher’s Day, Qatar Airways will give away 21,000 complimentary tickets to teachers to thank them for their vital work in educating young people worldwide during…
Towards inclusive travel: Indonesia first signatory of UNWTO Tourism Ethics Convention
Indonesia has become the first signatory of the Framework Convention on Tourism Ethics, the landmark instrument created to ensure global tourism is fair, inclusive, more transparent, and…
Sustainable dining: Ovolo unveils ‘year of the veg’
Ovolo Hotels has launched the ‘Year of the Veg’ becoming the first hotel group to go completely vegetarian across all its restaurants, bars, and food services for an entire year
‘Guanajuato, Live Great Stories’ reactivation campaign to capitalise on state’s history to attract tourists in Mexico
Guanajuato has started its tourism reactivation with the launch of its new brand with the slogan ‘Guanajuato, live great stories
Hello PINKtober! Over 50 UAE hotels mark Breast Cancer awareness month
All of Marriott International’s properties in the UAE will join efforts to contribute towards Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October to raise funds for Al Jalila Foundation’s ‘Brest…
How Virtual PATA Travel Mart 2020 welcomed over 1,000 delegates
Virtual PATA Travel Mart 2020 attracted over 1,000 delegates from 60 global destinations
Can safety and sustainability go hand-in-hand?
Skyscanner’s New World of Travel report has revealed that sustainable travel concerns are no longer on top of mind for many travellers.
UNWTO and Google host first tourism acceleration programme in Sub-Saharan Africa
United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and Google have partnered for an online Acceleration Programme for UNWTO Member States’ tourism ministers, top travel associations and…
New milestone: WTTC celebrates as Philippines becomes 100th destination to get ‘Safe Travels’ stamp
WTTC has announced that in just three short months, 100 destinations are now using its ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, with the Philippines becoming the official 100th destination
More than 50% of global destinations are easing travel restrictions but caution remains: UNWTO
UNWTO has confirmed that a majority of destinations around the world (53%) have now started easing travel restrictions introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
WTTC unveils Safe Travels protocols for adventure travel to rebuild confidence
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled the latest set of measures designed to rebuild global consumer confidence, reduce risk and encourage the return of safe travel.
The wellness route: Laguna Phuket hosts inaugural health fair with free screening and consultation
Laguna Phuket reaffirmed its position as the premier safe destination in Thailand, as it strengthened its healthcare partnership with Bangkok Hospital Phuket and hosted the inaugural Laguna…
Imperative to rebuild tourism in safe, equitable and climate-friendly manner: UN secretary-general
As part of the wider UN response to COVID-19, the UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres released a thematic brief on the impact the pandemic has had on tourism
WTTC appoints ATTOI as India’s agency to promote safe travel in post-COVID times
ATTOI will ensure that the travel and tourism activities in India follow the norms under a ‘Safe Travels Stamp’ curated by WTTC
Agoda ties up with WWF to plant trees in Chiang Mai
Agoda worked alongside the local Chiang Mai community to kickstart the planting of 6,000 trees as part of its CSR sustainability initiative
Now, a health checklist from IATA to help airlines implement ICAO’s COVID-19 guidance
IATA) released an airline self-assessment health checklist for safe operations during the COVID-19 crisis
WTTC calls for leadership from PM Boris Johnson and strong international coordination to save travel sector
World Travel & Tourism Council has urgently called on the UK government for strong leadership and unprecedented international collaboration, to save the struggling travel and tourism…
Lending a helping hand! Singapore Airlines supports World Food Programme for global COVID-19 response
Singapore Airlines and the Temasek Foundation are partnering with the World Food Programme to support the global COVID-19 response
Sri Lanka and Grenada new entrants in WTTC Safe Travels stamp for safety protocols
Sri Lanka and Grenada are among the latest destinations to begin using the world’s first ever global safety and hygiene stamp
FICCI and OYO join hands for online certification in hospitality industry in post-COVID world
FICCI and OYO have come together to develop and design an online training and certification course specifically for the hospitality industry
How homegrown brands Banyan Tree and Singapore Airlines’ flagship retailer band together
Banyan Tree Group has announced a brand partnership with KrisShop, Singapore Airlines' (SIA) flagship retailer
Helping hand: Accor raises aid for Australian bushfire relief effort
Accor has raised USD 290,862 through its Accor Bushfire Disaster Relief Appeal, for bushfire affected people and communities across Australia
Need for more unified public and private cooperation towards tourism recovery: PATA
PATA is calling upon all industry stakeholders from both the public and private sector to work more closely together towards the recovery of the travel and tourism industry
Cathay Pacific to half single-use plastic footprint by 2022
Cathay Pacific Group has released its 2019 Sustainable Development Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the company and its subsidiaries’ approach and performance in the areas of…
UK is heading to ‘worst case scenario’ threatening nearly three million tourism jobs, says WTTC
Nearly three million jobs in the UK - and 197 million worldwide in the travel and tourism sector globally - look set to be lost due to the collapse of travel
PATA joins Global Tourism Plastic Initiative to take on plastic pollution
The initiative unites the tourism sector behind a common vision to address the root causes of plastic pollution
Safe, Responsible and Accessible! UNWTO, ONCE Foundation and ENAT partner for tourism for all
UNWTO is calling on destinations to recognise the needs of travellers with disabilities or specific access requirements as they open up to visitors again
Virtual PATA Travel Mart 2020 announced
PATA announced Virtual PATA Travel Mart 2020 will take place in September
Royal Cliff Hotels gets Amazing Thailand SHA certification
The certificate is a recognition that Royal Cliff is a destination that complies with the highest hygiene and safety standards
Mandarin Oriental unveils ‘Meeting With Purpose’
Mandarin Oriental Group has introduced a ‘Meeting with Purpose’ initiative to offer meeting planners a selection of corporate social responsibility experiences
How Banyan Tree is championing sustainable future through food amidst COVID-19
Leading the curve in responsible business, Banyan Tree is driving sustainable future through food
WTTC unveils insurance guidelines for travellers in ‘new normal’ of COVID-19 world
WTTC has unveiled its Insurance Guidelines to rebuild global consumer confidence to help encourage the return of travelling
Indonesia, Dubai and Rwanda become latest recipients of WTTC Safe Travels stamp
Dubai and Rwanda are among the latest destinations begin using to the world’s first ever global safety and hygiene stamp, launched recently by WTTC
ANA makes mark in environmental leadership, commits to ambitious ESG Goals for 2050
ANA continues its commitment to sustainability and environment by announcing its environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals for 2050
How tourism sector aims to curb plastic pollution
A new set of recommendations published outline how the global tourism sector can continue in its fight against plastic pollution while effectively facing the public health and hygiene…
This is no time for complacency post COVID-19, says UNWTO chief
UNWTO head talks about how mere words will not do and concrete actions are needed for tourism recovery in post-COVID 19 times
How Airbus aims to deliver Australian industry capability
Airbus Helicopters has joined hands with Australian partners to form Team Nightjar
Travellers confused by inconsistent COVID-19 travel rules and advice across Europe: WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has called for more consistent travel rules and COVID-19 advice by European countries to counter confusion by travellers and holidaymakers.…
Air New Zealand runs dedicated repatriation flights to Samoa for fruit industry workers
With New Zealand’s fruit picking season coming to an end, the first of two dedicated Air New Zealand repatriation flights to return recognised seasonal employees home to Samoa has taken…
Qatar Airways’ ‘1 Million Kilos’ for charities first chapter in sustainability project We Qare
Qatar Airways Cargo is taking action like no other airline before and playing an active role in building tomorrow’s world. The world’s largest cargo airline is committed to helping…
STB brings on community initiative to spark travel interest across Southeast Asia
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has unveiled #TravelThrowback, a community effort aimed at uniting passionate travellers to promote the beauty of Southeast Asia. While travel…
Travellers should ‘wear to care’ in the new normal: WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has called upon all travellers to don protective face masks to show they ‘wear to care’ in the new normal of travelling. As countries…
‘Green Recovery’ must embrace sustainable aviation fuels post-COVID-19
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) emphasised the aviation industry’s commitment to its emissions reduction goals and called for the International Energy Agency (IEA) to…
Air Canada collaborates with Spartan Bioscience to explore rapid COVID-19 testing
Air Canada has announced it has engaged Spartan Bioscience, an Ottawa-based biotechnology leader in portable DNA testing technology, to assess how best to deploy Spartan's portable…
Summer travel plans cancelled? This Bavaria-based company urges you to indulge in the Great Outdoors act
It is expected there will be a rise in the number of domestic tourists participating in adventure tourism such as climbing, surfing, hunting, caving, diving, cycling, rafting, and hiking…
WTTC to host unique Global Science Summit on Covid-19
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) will host a new event to examine the scientific evidence that can be used to inform practical solutions for mitigating and living with…
PATA-ADB join hands to expand Crisis Resource Centre
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is collaborating with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to expand its Crisis Resource Centre (CRC) to provide further aid in the rapid, robust…
Bring On The Light! Blackpool illumination celebrates UK’s Corona heroes
As the nation prepared to salute the NHS on its 72nd birthday, Blackpool announced that its annual Blackpool Illuminations display will incorporate a special tribute to the UK’s care…
Hawks Cay Resort unveils iconic Heroes Salute programme
Hawks Cay Resort opened reservations for its 12th annual Heroes Salute programme, which honours active and retired members of the military, first responders, law enforcement,…
Banyan Tree Group receives first-ever safe destination certifications in flagship destination resort
Banyan Tree Group’s flagship destination integrated resort - Laguna Phuket has secured and successfully held its first post-COVID event ‘Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration…
Centara’s 10,000 room nights to medical heroes
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, continues its support of the country’s medical workers with the launch of its ‘10,000 Thanks’ campaign dedicated to the…
PATA gets three new members
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) UK & Ireland has added three new members, which include Cape Panwa Hotel in Phuket, Thailand, a luxury hotel group called Santrian Resorts…
Steigenberger gets art-savvy
Just as most Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts are starting to reopen, a new cooperation agreement has been concluded between the hotel chain and Kensington Art. Over the coming weeks…
Low season is the new travel season
Low Season Traveller, a travel company exclusively dedicated to inspiring travellers to visit worldwide destinations during their low season has been launched. Headed by Ged Brown, who…
Nights On Us! How UK hotels will celebrate the re-opening by welcoming ICU nurses as first guests
Following the long-awaited announcement from the government that UK hotels can start to re-open from the 4 July, non-profit initiative Nights On Us has partnered with ten of the UK’s…
EBRD and UNWTO to aid recovery of tourism sector
The rapid spread of coronavirus has had a massive impact on many sectors of the global economy, with tourism being among the hardest hit. The European Bank for Reconstruction and…
