Responsible tourism

WTM 2022: Responsible champions rewarded

This year the WTM Global Responsible Tourism Awards recognised destinations and organisations championing sustainable travel around the world on WTM’s new Sustainability Stage

WTM 2022: Quality not quantity the goal for the Balearics

The Balearic Islands’ recent focus on sustainable, quality tourism is paying off, with tourists now spending 7% more per day than they did in 2019

Iberostar eyes 2030 carbon neutral goal

The company hopes to achieve the goal 20 years before the global target set by the wider travel industry

WTM 2022: Emerald Isle to go greener with new sustainability policy

Ireland’s tourism minister is hoping to introduce a new policy to help businesses create “more joined-up thinking” around sustainability

WTM 2022: Greece boosts sustainability credentials

Greece is looking to ramp up its sustainable tourism offering as it drives tourist arrivals in the shoulder seasons

WTM 2022: ‘Active tourism’ key for Croatia to preserve heritage

Croatia will focus on active tourism and sustainability in 2023, as it seeks to “move away from overtourism” and ensure a “continual flow” of guests

Zero-carbon UK flights ‘a reality within 20 years’

Within the next 20 years, passengers could be flying between all regions of the UK on aircraft that emit no carbon emissions, according to an aviation consortium

The hotel group that's good for your clients and the planet

Eight travel agents recently travelled to Majorca to ride Iberostar’s Wave of Change sustainability movement and improve their knowledge of responsible travel

The Welsh retreat that will boost your bottom line

Booking an off-grid short break with Adventure Tours UK can help you discover more about your clients

British Airways to launch new carbon emissions calculator

Customers can calculate their estimated impact on the environment and choose to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to reduce their emissions

Sustainable marine fuels ‘essential’ to cruise industry’s net-zero goals

Despite advancements into achieving net-zero carbon by 2050, a new report highlights the need for development of sustainable fuels

Travel trekkers conquer mountain challenge for Abta LifeLine and Planeterra

More than £30,000 has been raised for charity after a travel industry team trekked to the top of Mount Toubkal – North Africa’s highest peak

Climate Action Guidebook to offer practical steps towards decarbonisation

“It’s all about taking action now," Abta Travel Convention delegates were told

Sustainability hub highlights responsible holidays across Greece

The Greek National Tourism Organisation’s online tool helps agents discover sustainability initiatives across the country

What does responsible skiing look like?

Our expert answers this and other questions around sustainable winter holidays

Use your business to help the planet become more sustainable

Join a tourism community seeking to drive positive change

New Virgin Atlantic uniform policy ‘to allow staff to express their true identity’

The announcement is part of an ongoing drive by the carrier to champion the individuality of its people and customers

Future of Tourism Coalition to offer ‘practical action’ at first climate summit

Centred around “creating a climate for collaboration”, the event will be held in-person in Athens and online

Adventure experts plot low-carbon road trip to summit

Adventure Tours UK and The Adventure Connection founders will drive an e-car to 2022 Adventure Travel World Summit in Switzerland to save on their carbon footprint

US tourist board bosses give ‘authentic diversity’ top billing

US travel leaders celebrate their diverse communities at start of Brand USA Travel Week

Brazilian eco-lodges team up for new tour

Three boutique Brazilian luxury lodges are offering a conservation-focused itinerary

Epic adventures with Hurtigruten Expeditions

When clients want to immerse themselves in the world’s most remote places, look to Hurtigruten Expeditions

New speakers added to line-up for TTG Luxury Travel Summit

A group of entrepreneurial and inspirational business leaders will take to the stage at the London event

Future of Tourism Coalition holds first summit

The Future of Tourism Coalition will meet for the first time next week to discuss sustainability efforts