Environment

Virgin Atlantic's groundbreaking 100% SAF flight ‘cut emissions by two-thirds’

Carrier reveals emissions data from its November 2023 flight from Heathrow to New York, the first powered solely by alternative aviation fuel

'An alive fish is more important than a dead fish': on location with Tui Care

From coral restoration to girls’ education, our writer discovers how the Tui Care Foundation is changing lives in the Dominican Republic.

Eurostar aims to power trains with 100% renewable energy by 2030

Eurostar sets out ambition to power its fleet by 100% renewable energy by 2030 in its first sustainability report

Industry renews plea for sustainable fuel support as govt mandate beckons

Airline groups have called for greater government involvement in SAF and hydrogen production, and infrastructure, ahead of an expected mandate from the DfT this week

‘Spain and Britain created tourism – now we must invent sustainable tourism’

Spain’s second sustainability day brought some less commonly discussed sustainable and responsible tourism issues to the fore – TTG’s Ilaria Grasso Macola was there to find out how the two countries can continue working together

Jet2 boss: SAF delays put UK holidaymakers ‘at a competitive disadvantage’

‘We need government action to turbocharge the UK SAF industry,’ said Jet2.com and Jet2holidays chief executive Steve Heapy

The Big Question: Can celebrity endorsements ever be truly responsible?

The industry seems ever more willing to engage with TV stars and influencers to promote product, but is it risking a potential media backlash?

‘Overtourism didn't happen overnight in Barcelona’: so what are the solutions?

With its architectural marvels, fine cuisine and, until recently, all-conquering football team, Barcelona has become not just one of Europe’s, but the world’s most popular tourist destinations – but that popularity comes at a cost

‘They're not all sustainable’: Green groups sceptical about forthcoming SAF mandate

Environmental campaigners have spelled out their concerns about the government’s forthcoming SAF policy, which is due to be confirmed by the end of the month

How Tui is changing travel – one giant tub of Nutella at a time

Net zero by 2050? It’s undoubtedly going to be a huge task, especially for travel. But the Tui Blue Montafon is forging a path, one giant tub of Nutella at a time. Gary Noakes reports exclusively for TTG

Spain to place biodiversity, inclusion and circular economics at centre of sustainability event

Spain’s second annual sustainability day will be held in London on 17 April

MPs demand airlines ‘be held accountable to green pledges’

Parliament’s Environmental Audit Committee has said the government must do more to ensure airlines achieve net-zero emissions by 2050

Experts and events revealed for new TTG Fairer Travel Month – all you need to know

Get loads of practical advice and hear from many inspiring experts to help drive positive change within your businesses

'Things need to start happening now': why, for easyJet, the future is hydrogen

EasyJet boss Johan Lundgren believes the 2040s will be the decade ’hydrogen takes off’ – TTG’s Gary Noakes headed to Birmingham airport to find out what’s fuelling his confidence

'More top Atol holders must make firm commitments on sustainability'

Less than a third (30%) of the UK’s biggest travel companies have proactively and publicly published comprehensive sustainability plans, new research carried out in partnership with the ITT’s Sustainability Committee has revealed.

We at TerraVerde Sustainability analysed the websites of the UK’s top 50 Atol holders for evidence of their sustainability commitments and strategies, while also evaluating their efforts to promote sustainable travel choice.

The findings revealed:

TTC and VisitScotland team up to promote responsible tourism as 'new normal'

The Travel Corporation and VisitScotland have entered a ’unique’ partnership which will see new itineraries developed with responsible tourism at its core and resources to support tourism businesses in developing action plans

Adventure travel leads express hope for carbon labelling to become an industry ‘common currency’

Panellists at Adventure Travel Networking 2024 were keen to see an industry standard for carbon labelling trips but insisted those that can’t should not be penalised

‘Long overdue’: Lata members hail Ecuador’s decision to double Galapagos entry fee

From 1 August 2024, entry prices to visit the archipelago will go up from the current $100 to $200 per adult

The Travel Foundation confirms new chair of board

The Travel Foundation confirms US scientist as its new chair of trustees

New to selling St Helena? Here's how it will inspire you and your clients

Clients can disconnect and breathe freely on the South Atlantic’s hidden island gem

'Celebrities can shine a light on the fragility of sensitive destinations'

Expedition Cruise Network chair Martin Johnson hails Susan Calman’s voyage to Antarctica with Scenic, and says it could serve as a model for travel to promote its offer alongside its responsible tourism and sustainability credentials

Iceland’s Blue Lagoon reopens as volcanic activity eases

The spa fully reopened on Friday (16 February), as well as its cafe, the Retreat and Silica hotels, and the Lava and Moss restaurants

AndBeyond set to launch exclusive 12-person yacht in the Galapagos Islands

The luxury yacht will make its maiden voyage to the remote islands off the coast of Ecuador this summer

Explore MD: ‘Our single biggest challenge is growing without doing more damage’

TTG caught up with Explore managing director Michael Edwards to find out and how its first Purpose Paper will drive its B Corp journey