Responsible tourism

How travel agents can help change 'Disneyland' perception of Spain

Two of Spain’s most sought-after destinations, Palma and Barcelona, have switched to a "less is more approach" to tourism. TTG investigates why it will be beneficial for agents

‘LA is always ready to roll out the red carpet’ – how the city is welcoming visitors back

The news images were shocking: large swathes of LA were left reduced to rubble, following 14 separate wildfires that tore through neighbourhoods across from Pacific Palisades to Malibu. A devastating 50,000 acres of land were destroyed, 10,000 people were displaced, and 30 lost their lives as a result of the fires.

Ponant boss promises agents ‘exclusive’ port access ahead of UK focus

The French luxury cruise line is expanding its portfolio of destinations as it eyes the British and Irish market.

What made Richard Branson change his mind about Saudi Arabia?

Sir Richard Branson tells TTG he believes the time is right for Virgin Atlantic to start flying to the kingdom, despite its human rights record. Here’s why...

‘Destinations are reaching their limits, and we need to help,’ say top operators

Addressing Spain’s annual sustainability summit, Spain Talks, senior figures from Tui and easyJet holidays acknowledged the need to address overtourism in holiday hotspots by showcasing destinations at different times of year

Four simple steps to help you build better holidays

Are you struggling to broach sustainable travel with clients? Discover how to introduce the topic using advice from our TTG Sustainable Travel Heroes

Gatwick ready to accept stricter noise limits in bid to secure second runway

Gatwick has accepted a series of limits on noise pollution in a bid to secure the government’s permission to bring its standby runway into regular use, and also pledged to increase the number of passengers accessing the airport by public transport to more than 50%

The local hero who fixed Dubrovnik’s overcrowding problem

Agents no longer need to discourage clients from travelling here as the mayor tells TTG how he’s restoring the city’s damaged reputation

Why renewably powered holidays should be on your radar – and how to sell them

Today is Earth Day and this year’s theme, Our Power, Our Planet, calls on everyone to unite around renewable energy – this is how the travel industry can play its part

Greece reveals latest sustainable tourism initiatives amidst return as TTG’s Destination Partner

As the Greek National Tourism Organisation enters its third year as the TTG Sustainable Travel Heroes Destination Partner, its UK and Ireland director Eleni Skarveli has revealed the recent steps the country has taken to promote responsible tourism.

From longevity to Gen Alpha: top trends luxury agents need to know

Elite sports tourism and inclusive experiences are just two of the priorities on luxury traveller’s radars, according to to Globetrender’s latest insight report

Watch: Wheelchair-friendly AND luxury? Inside the top Irish hotel making five-star accessible

With its exceptional staff and spacious layout, Anantara The Marker Dublin proves hotels don’t need to compromise on luxury to accommodate guests like my brother.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: The art of selling responsible travel (without the “S” word)

Promoting positive-impact tourism doesn’t always have to be centred around the word "sustainable” - for some travellers, it might even be a turn-off. Hear creative ideas for marketing responsible travel experiences without overusing the "S" word – from celebrating local culture to showcasing community-driven projects, this session will help you connect with clients in an engaging way without focusing solely on environmental impact.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Ethical wildlife tourism – guiding responsible choices

Offering advice on wildlife tourism can present a tricky - and at times contentious - issue for agents. This session will help you be able to confidently steer customers toward responsible wildlife experiences, avoiding pitfalls and covering key ethical considerations.

Eight ways agents can take a neuro-inclusive approach to selling holidays

“It describes the idea that people experience and interact with the world around them in many different ways. There is no one ‘right’ way of thinking, learning, and behaving.”

This is how Hester and Kelly Grainger, co-founders of consultancy Perfectly Autistic, define neurodiversity.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with easyJet holidays

easyJet holidays delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with Iberostar

Iberostar delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with Intrepid

Intrepid travel delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025:Meet the sustainable destinations leading the way

Hear from destinations setting the standards on sustainable tourism, balancing the needs of travellers, local communities and the environment. Hear about the innovation taking place and gain a deeper understanding of how to communicate this good work to customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Choosing responsible suppliers... and asking the right questions

How can travel agents ensure the suppliers they partner with are genuinely offering sustainable and responsible experiences? This session will explore key areas to consider – from understanding a supplier’s environmental impact, to evaluating their ethical working practices. We’ll guide you through conversation starters to help you make more informed choices for customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Positive steps: making sustainable changes in your business

Explore practical steps to run your businesses more sustainably - whether in your shop, office, or daily operations. This session will cover simple yet effective changes, as well as how to engage your teams and colleagues in the sustainability journey to drive a culture of environmental responsibility.

Prince Harry's Travalyst charity calls on travel to halve its carbon emissions by 2030

Other goals set out by the charity in its ’five-year milestone report’ include a pledge to protect and restore ’at least 30% of the planet, land and sea’ during the same timeframe

MPs to weigh airport expansion plans against green commitments at inquiry

The House of Commons’ environmental audit committee has launched an inquiry into whether airport expansion plans can go ahead without jeopardising existing environmental targets

Hurtigruten reveals how it plans to 'change the way' cruise ships sail

The Norwegian cruise line is carrying out tests with the help of the Sintef Ocean research institute in Trondheim to develop a zero-emissions ship before 2030