News: Environment

WTTC’s hotel sustainability program verified in hotels across more than 30 countries

The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 'Hotel Sustainability Basics' program has seen impressive results in its first year with more than 1,300 hotels verified,…

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Dec 14, 2023 Environment / Hospitality / Tourism /

 
 

Giant panda cub farewelled in Singapore ahead of return to China conservation program

Singapore’s first giant panda cub, Le Le, is making his final appearance at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve’s Pavilion Capital Giant Panda Forest exhibit before entering quarantine…

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Dec 13, 2023 Attractions / Education / Environment /

 
 

Vietnam’s Alma Resort looks to the community, sustainability and wellness for 2024

Lifelong hotelier Herbert Laubichler-Pichler sees that community involvement, protecting the environment and wellbeing will make for a winning trifecta for hotels in the new year.…

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Dec 12, 2023 Environment / Hospitality / Tourism / Wellness /

 
 

Dubai Reef project launched as one of the world’s largest marine reef developments

The Dubai Reef project has been launched and as one of the world's largest marine reef developments, it marks a pioneering step in the journey towards ecological preservation. The…

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Dec 7, 2023 Aquatics / Education / Environment / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

Children’s cultural and environmental programs introduced at Ritz-Carlton Asia Pacific

An evolved 'Ritz Kids' program has been introduced by Ritz-Carlton across its Asia Pacific locations – offered in key cities including Tokyo, Singapore and Perth as well as…

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Dec 7, 2023 Culture / Education / Environment / Hospitality / Tourism /

 
 

Sun Group releases luxury resort plans for Vietnam’s Phu Quoc island

Leading Vietnamese hospitality, entertainment and real estate company the Sun Group has announced plans for a luxury resort development at Phu Quoc island. One of south east Asia’s…

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Dec 6, 2023 Environment / Hospitality / Tourism /

 
 

WTTC highlights need for tourism industry to reinvent its water strategy efforts

Global tourism body - the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) - has launched its new groundbreaking report, ‘Water Roadmap for Travel & Tourism’, revealing that while…

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Dec 5, 2023 Environment / Hospitality / Tourism /

 
 

World Athletics survey reveals 75% of athletes directly impacted by climate change

The third annual survey* conducted by World Athletics to gauge the attitudes of elite athletes about environmental and social issues has revealed that 75% of our sport’s athletes…

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Dec 1, 2023 Environment / Sport / Wellness /

 
 

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