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Sustainable Development: The Key to Sustainable Tourism  Sustainable development has become a global imperative, driven by the urgent need to address environmental, social, and economic challenges. One area where the principles of sustainable development are paramount is in the realm of tourism. Sustainable tourism, often referred to as eco-tourism or responsible tourism, represents a harmonious …

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Thinking of implementing Sustainability initiatives in your hotel and don’t know where to start? Introducing the Hotel Sustainability Basics Tool Kit  The Hotel Sustainability Basics Toolkit is a comprehensive resource designed to assist hotels in implementing sustainable practices and reducing their environmental impact.  “The Basics” are the globally recognised basic sustainability indicators for hotels. Developed by …

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Dubai launches tourism stamp to showcase city’s most sustainable hotels. 24th July 2023 – Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) introduced the ‘Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp’ to recognize and promote hotels adhering to its 19 ‘Sustainability Requirements’. Aligned with the UAE Year of Sustainability and Dubai’s commitment to being a leading sustainable tourism destination, …

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SUSTAINABLE HOSPITALITY ALLIANCE 5-YEAR PLAN UNVEILED.  The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance’s 5-year strategy was presented to members in Berlin June 2023.  The ambitious plan aims to Accelerate Net Positive Hospitality through strategic industry leadership, collaborative action, harmonizing metrics and regenerative solutions.   The alliance believes “More than traditional sustainability practices are now required. We must adopt a …

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The Green Lodging Report and why we like it?  What is the Green Lodging Report? The Green Lodging Report is a comprehensive assessment and benchmarking study that evaluates sustainability practices in the hotel industry. It involves hotels of various sizes and types across multiple countries participating to assess their sustainability performance and compare it with …

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After Greenwashing and Greenhushing, now comes Green botching.    What is Green botching?  It is well-intentioned environmental measures that are so badly implemented that they backfire.   Why does this occur?  Green botching happens when brands mishandle their sustainability messaging. Unlike greenwashing, which involves deceptive claims of being environmentally friendly, green botching often stems from poor communication, lack of transparency, or …

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