Responsible tourism

EasyJet holidays to offset emissions from package breaks

Operator vows not to pass cost of offsetting onto customers, and says it has retrospectively offset all holidays operated since its launch in November 2019

Asia specialist to pioneer 'tip-inclusive' holidays

Experience Travel Group says included tip will be fully commissionable, and will give agents ’a real point of difference’ to promote to their clients

Registrations open for the TTG Return to Touring & Adventure Festival 2021

The festival will bring a fresh look at the sector this June and help agents to prepare for its resurgence

A&K staff get walking for fundraising effort

Employees worldwide are engaging in a “virtual walkathon” this month to raise funds and awareness for its philanthropic projects

Help travel 'regenerate' the planet, says business expert

Travel must become a regenerative industry, guru says

Demand for 'greener and fairer' holidays rising – Tui

Operator records 84% increase in customers staying in sustainably certified hotels over past five years

Earth Day: 'Will travel revert to being just for the rich?'

Not flying somewhere “just because it’s cheap”, building carbon into travel prices and subsidised holidays for “those who deserve it” were discussed

Earth Day: Third of Exodus tours now available flight-free

Operator ups UK rail options for escorted tours

Earth Day bucket list: Kisawa Sanctuary opens in Mozambique

The new eco-resort on the island of Benguerra opens with a commitment to preserving the environment and “people-focused hospitality”

Earth Day: Accor scales up sustainability efforts with new role

Accor said it aims to cement its commitment to the area with the appointment of a new chief sustainability officer

Cruise lines sail to help after St Vincent volcano eruptions

La Soufriere volcano began erupting on Friday, forcing around 20,000 people to flee their homes

Thousands raised for out-of-work Peruvian porters

Lata Foundation’s #Peru25for25 campaign saw 44 fundraisers take on an individual 25-mile challenge in March, raising in excess of £17,000

Travel B Corps unite to guide 'sustainable recovery'

New Travel by B Corp group to create and share best practice with the rest of the industry

Sustainable travel brand Beyond Green makes trade push

Some of the world’s most innovative sustainable hotels can now be booked via the brand’s GDS with bonus commission also available

Large ships banned from central Venice

A public consultation has been launched for an alternative cruise terminal in the city

'Sustainability is a buzzword, but what does it mean for agents?'

‘Working closely with partners who have strong sustainability policies, we’ll ensure our clients are offered the most sustainable holidays’

'Even in the face of the pandemic, cruise is committed to sustainability'

Clia’s UK and Ireland boss outlines the work the industry is doing to preserve the oceans and protect port communities

'You can’t neutralise carbon - we must change behaviours'

"Reducing carbon is only half the battle for addressing the climate crisis"

'Colleagues in the developing world cannot be left abandoned to disadvantage'

The Covid-19 crisis, given its truly global impact, has shone a stark light on the truth of what has been achieved pre-pandemic in terms of robust and enduring social inclusion and social welfare in developing world tourism destinations.

'Doing the right thing makes good business sense'

British Airways, Abta and Aito discussed: Can we rebuild a more sustainable sector?

Eco-lodges to recommend in Latin America

Clients’ increasing awareness of their environmental impact, combined with a growing desire to stay in accommodation surrounded by nature, could see Latin America’s eco-lodges rise in popularity when travel returns, says Madeleine Barber.

Pura Aventura on the importance of responsible tourism

Tom Power, managing director of specialist tour operator Pura Aventura, speaks to Abra Dunsby about being certified by B Corporation, having a Travel Positive mantra and why the travel industry has a duty to build back better.

How does travel 'build back better' from Covid-19?

The post-pandemic travel industry has a chance to rebuild itself as a more sustainable sector, but how exactly can it be done? James Chapple reports

Intrepid Travel introduces premium tour collection

Range of more than 70 new tours to offer more sustainable higher-end touring options