Articles tagged “sustainable tourism”

Tour Operators

G Adventures Sees 50-Something Customers as Part of Its Own Evolution in Adventure Travel

Age is nothing but a number. That is the underlying motivation for the older set wanting to book more active travel adventures.

Selene Brophy | 4 days ago

G Adventures Sees 50-Something Customers as Part of Its Own Evolution in Adventure Travel

News Blog

Climate Change Not a Top Focus for U.S. Tourism Marketers: Report

Only 8% of U.S. tourism boards strongly prioritize addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions to zero. In contrast, 62% of European tourism boards and 29% of Canadian tourism boards have made it a top priority. That’s according to Sojern’s “State of Destination Marketing 2024.” The report is based on a survey of over…

Dawit Habtemariam | 6 days ago
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Tourism

Why Regenerative Tourism Goes Beyond Environmental Sustainability

Regenerative tourism is moving from buzzword to blueprint. As travelers increasingly seek eco-friendly options, the focus is expanding from environmental sustainability to creating a lasting impact on local communities and ecosystems.

Red Sea Global + Skift | 2 months ago

Why Regenerative Tourism Goes Beyond Environmental Sustainability
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Tourism

Skift Global Forum Video: The Power of Local on the Path to Sustainability

In this video from Skift Global Forum 2023, we hear from Jeff Miller, president and CEO, Travel Portland and Curtis Robinhold, executive director, Port of Portland, about driving the $2 billion renovation of Portland International Airport with the principles of local sourcing and sustainability.

Ministry of Tourism Saudi Arabia + Skift | 2 months ago

Skift Global Forum Video: The Power of Local on the Path to Sustainability

News Blog

IDEAS: Anantara Hotels and Resorts Rolls Out ‘Dollar for Deeds’ Program Globally

Anantara Hotels and Resorts has rolled out its ‘Dollar for Deeds’ program at its properties globally, having originally launched the initiative at select hotels in Thailand almost ten years ago. The 'Dollar for Deeds' program provides travellers with the opportunity to give back to the local community of a property by pledging a donation to…

Adam Stacey | 2 months ago
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Tourism

Q&A: NEOM’s New Managing Director on Its Sustainable Tourism Approach

As eco-conscious travel gains traction, destinations worldwide face the task of converting sustainability rhetoric into reality. NEOM aims to substantiate its environmental commitments through action. Ultimately, transparency will be the critical factor in earning traveler trust.

NEOM + Skift | 2 months ago

Q&A: NEOM’s New Managing Director on Its Sustainable Tourism Approach

Tourism

Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Sets up Tourism Investment Company

Asfar's launch aligns with the Saudi sovereign fund’s broad strategy, which is centered around tapping opportunities within the tourism sector and building strategic partnerships with private companies.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Sets up Tourism Investment Company

Hotels

Hilton Had a Very, Very Good Quarter

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Hilton's earnings, World Cup tourism, and sustainable travel.

Rashaad Jorden | 4 months ago

Hilton Had a Very, Very Good Quarter

Tourism

Ask Skift: Is Travel Sustainable?

Travel executives and travelers are eager to make the industry greener, but are they really making tangible progress on reducing travel's massive carbon footprint?

Rashaad Jorden | 4 months ago

Ask Skift: Is Travel Sustainable?

Tourism

The Value Of Souvenirs in the Modern Travel Economy

Join Rafat Ali, Colin Nagy and our special guest Geetika Agrawal as they explore the value of souvenirs in the modern travel economy, and the emerging trend of shifting towards meaningful experiences over physical possessions.

Adam Stacey | 5 months ago

The Value Of Souvenirs in the Modern Travel Economy