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Travel must redouble efforts on plastic waste – WTTC
New report highlights huge impact of plastics on marine eco-systems
Sandals launches World Ocean Day initiatives
Guests can help hatch turtles, learn to rebuild dying reefs and curtail invasive marine species
Travel Matters team takes on Galapagos challenge
London agency’s team is taking part in event supporting Galapagos Conservation Trust
'Build back better for the planet – and your business'
As the industry begins to plan its restart, businesses and destinations are exploring how they can champion responsible travel
AndBeyond celebrates birth of first wild pangolin for decades
The incredible scaly mammal is plagued by poaching and illegal trade, and the birth of a pup marks a major conservation milestone
Elephant in the room: Anantara's new fundraising idea
The resort in northern Thailand is seeking to add some Christmas joy while raising vital funds for its elephant refuge
WTM Virtual: 'We brought the pandemic on ourselves', says conservationist Jane Goodall
G Adventures founder Bruce Poon Tip interviewed wildlife conservationist and primatologist Jane Goodall during a London Travel Week and WTM Virtual conference session.
Pandemic can be a 'reset' for tourism's wildlife impact
Dr Jane Goodall says ‘pause and rethinking’ of wildlife tourism is taking place
Make tourism a force for good post-pandemic, urges Abta
Travel association has published a new report on how to rebuild travel for the better post-Covid
Belmond teams up with explorer to highlight plight of elephants
Levison Wood will take part in a session tackling how conservation issues have been accelerated by the Covid-19 crisis. 
Intrepid shifts 2021 focus from 'where' to 'how'
Boss James Thornton said range of more than 30 new itineraries reflect and acknowledge the realities of the post-Covid travel environment
Intrepid launches animal welfare policy toolkit for travel
Partnership with World Animal Protection aiming to help companies implement more ethical wildlife practices
Prince Harry: 'Reshape tourism for the benefit of all'
Duke of Sussex has urged travel firms to "build back better" post-Covid
Nomadic Expeditions on funding golden eagle conservation in Mongolia
After founding a festival to preserve the ancient Mongolian tradition of hunting with eagles, Nomadic Expeditions has partnered with a conservation centre to both protect the birds of prey and promote tourism to the destination. Madeleine Barber speaks to the tour operator’s president to find out more.
Responsible and vegan operator Kindred Traveller's hopes for the industry post Covid-19
Kindred Traveller owner Esther Ptolomey hopes travellers will be more aware of their impact on animals and the environment post Covid-19. Abra Dunsby finds out more.
Tourism halt could fuel surge in elephant poaching
Without tourism revenue, charity How Many Elephants fears resources to protect elephants could dwindle
30 Under 30: Meet James Whiteman
Sustainability and conservation are topics close to the heart of James Whiteman, brand manager, Expert Africa. Here he offers the inside track on his decade-long travel career
Australia to engage British travel trade in fire recovery efforts
New resources for agents to keep track of bushfire situation and help allay clients’ fears launched amid crisis
How the responsible travel movement will define the 2020s
Responsible travel has worked its way into popular consciousness, so what can we expect when the sector faces greater scrutiny on its contribution to climate concerns?
Contiki going green with vegan tour through Europe
The Vegan Food Europe Explorer will include a cooking class, dinner cruise along the Danube, and an EatWith dining experience
Anantara introducing bubble room elephant experience
Bubble rooms in the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort have 22 square metres of floor space
'Stop selling unacceptable animal attractions', says Abta
Association says sector must not promote ostrich riding, canned hunting, unlicensed zoos, bear pits, animal fighting, dancing bears, snake charming or rodeo events
Uganda sees sharp rise in gorilla numbers
There are now at least 459 gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Agent helps Kuoni stamp out ‘elephant wedding’ package
The travel consultant witnessed a baby elephant “dressed as a bride” while on holiday at a hotel in Phuket