Carbon-based hotel pricing could encourage more sustainable choices, study suggests
While hotels have long encourage guests to re-use towels and conserve energy where possible, a study has suggested that a…
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Cruise holidays taxed less than hotels, despite environmental impact, says T&E
Cruise holidays should ‘pay their fair share’ of tax, given their environmental impact and contribution to overtourism, a new study…
Hilton reports ‘measurable progress’ towards 2030 sustainability targets
Hotel group Hilton has announced it has made ‘measurable progress’ towards its 2030 sustainability goals, in its latest Travel with…
Younger travellers are ‘rewriting the rules’ on sustainable travel, says Expedia Group
Gen Z travellers are ‘rewriting the rules’ when it comes to sustainable travel and tourism, with environmental considerations now ‘central’…
New guide helps tourism destinations navigate EU sustainability claims rules
A new guide to assist tourism destinations and businesses prepare for incoming EU sustainability claims legislation has been launched by…
Dubai, London Heathrow and Los Angeles airports produce three times more emissions than the city of Paris
Three airports – Dubai International Airport, Heathrow Airport and Los Angeles International Airport – produce three times more emissions than the city…
India’s Lemon Tree Hotels achieve green building certification across owned portfolio
Indian hospitality firm Lemon Tree Hotels Limited (LTHL) has announced that all 41 of its company-owned hotels have now achieved…
Measuring and managing food waste can lead to a 40% waste reduction for hotels
Targeted interventions, such as the implementation of measurement and management practices, can reduce hotel food waste by up to 40%…
Older generations more likely to adopt sustainable travel behaviours, says Booking.com
A new study by Booking.com has found that while the majority (85%) of travellers say that sustainability is important to…
Sustainability now a ‘core expectation’ for many travellers, Amadeus study finds
Sustainability has shifted from a ‘nice to have’ to a ‘core expectation’ for many travellers, with three quarters stating sustainability…