FINALISTS IN THE AUSTRALIAN TOURISM AWARD ANNOUNCED DECEMBER, 19 2012
Tue, Dec 18 2012 09:28
| Australian tourism, greentravel, accommodation, awards, hotels
The National Tourism Alliance today announced the finalists for the 2012 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.
Juliana Payne, NTA CEO, said “we congratulate the 179 outstanding tourism operators from around Australia that have won their state or territory Awards and are now competing at the national level. We look forward to recognising the very best of Australia’s tourism operators in Hobart on Friday 15th February 2013”.
Juliana Payne, NTA CEO, said “we congratulate the 179 outstanding tourism operators from around Australia that have won their state or territory Awards and are now competing at the national level. We look forward to recognising the very best of Australia’s tourism operators in Hobart on Friday 15th February 2013”.
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Habitat HQ wins prestigious green award.
Tue, Oct 9 2012 11:31
| Australian tourism, tourism awards, green travel, backpackers
STAY WYSE Green Initiative Award Winner 2012
Melbourne’s only carbon neutral backpacker hostel proud to announce securing the STAY WYSE Green Initiative Award for 2012.
Through the Green Initiative Award, STAY WYSE recognizes Habitat HQ for its impressive dedication to eliminate carbon output and its commitment to educate staff and guests alike on reducing environmental impact. Making “green travel” an integral part of their operational activities, Habitat HQ takes pride in being a sustainable business and participating at a local level working as part of the global community.
Trip Advisor Announces Results of Green Travel Survey
Sat, Sep 29 2012 02:22
| eco friendly, green travel, ecotourism
71% to Make Eco-Friendly Travel Choices in the Coming Year
TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site, has announced the results of its eco-friendly travel survey of more than 700 U.S. travelers. The green travel trend is gaining momentum among TripAdvisor members, as 71 percent said they plan to make more eco-friendly choices in the next 12 months compared to 65 percent that did so in the past 12 months.
TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site, has announced the results of its eco-friendly travel survey of more than 700 U.S. travelers. The green travel trend is gaining momentum among TripAdvisor members, as 71 percent said they plan to make more eco-friendly choices in the next 12 months compared to 65 percent that did so in the past 12 months.
Being a Green Guest
Tue, Aug 7 2012 03:12
| travel, green hotels, ecotourism
Wondering what you can do to make responsible travel choices ? All of the properties on our directory would welcome any of the questions below., but if you stay elsewhere, there are a number of questions you may like to ask the accommodation owner or management before booking.
Sustainable Luxury?
Sun, Jul 29 2012 11:03
| responsible, luxury, hotels
Responsible hospitality : How to offer luxury without the guilt.
Sustainable luxury is not an oxymoron. It can be found throughout some of the UK's leading hotels, but today it is more about the basics than the bling.
Reprint of an article by Emily Manson, who reports on a new, carefully considered approach to business.
A decade ago, high rise icons like the Burj al Arab were being built as nations reaped the rewards of the boom years. But that's all over now. Overt luxury - or at least the perception of it - has become mildly distasteful, a reminder of the bankers' excesses and the world's ills.
At the same time the environmental awakening has been persistently growing, finally gaining critical mass, and these combined factors are changing the way luxury is perceived - and delivered - in hotels throughout the world.
John Firrell, director of the Considerate Hoteliers Association (CHA), admits that luxury brands came a little late to the sustainability party as luxury was historically about offering the best or most of this or that. "Now, in this straitened world, they don't want to be seen to be wasteful. It's not good PR," he says.
Sustainable luxury is not an oxymoron. It can be found throughout some of the UK's leading hotels, but today it is more about the basics than the bling.
Reprint of an article by Emily Manson, who reports on a new, carefully considered approach to business.
A decade ago, high rise icons like the Burj al Arab were being built as nations reaped the rewards of the boom years. But that's all over now. Overt luxury - or at least the perception of it - has become mildly distasteful, a reminder of the bankers' excesses and the world's ills.
At the same time the environmental awakening has been persistently growing, finally gaining critical mass, and these combined factors are changing the way luxury is perceived - and delivered - in hotels throughout the world.
John Firrell, director of the Considerate Hoteliers Association (CHA), admits that luxury brands came a little late to the sustainability party as luxury was historically about offering the best or most of this or that. "Now, in this straitened world, they don't want to be seen to be wasteful. It's not good PR," he says.
Earthcheck
Sat, Jun 16 2012 12:34
| tourism, travel, earthcheck, hotels, green
A growing number of organisations are espousing their "green" or "eco" credentials. But when put to the test, few are willing to be independently audited by a qualified third party.For consumers, this has resulted in confusion and at times, a lack of confidence when green washing claims are exposed. For industry, it represents lost business opportunity, as only those organisations willing to submit
International Hotels Embrace Green Practices
Fri, Jun 15 2012 08:04
| tourism, travel, green hotels, hospitality, hotels
As more companies pay attention to the carbon footprint their employees' travel leaves behind, a diverse group of hotel operators has announced a timely collaboration.Hilton, Marriott and MGM Resorts and 20 other companies have agreed to adopt a uniform way to calculate their hotels' carbon footprint, the World Travel & Tourism Council announced today.The initiative will give customers "more transparency
"Hotels Must Go Green"
Sat, Jun 2 2012 06:52
| green hotels, sustainable tourism, responsible tourism, ecotourism, hotels, Australia
HOTELS must go “green” to attract environmentally conscious overseas guests, says the InterContinental Adelaide’s general manager.James Allen said tourists, particularly from overseas, were more environmentally conscious than ever and sought to stay in such hotels.“On my last trip to Japan, it was specifically asked of me if our hotels were environmentally friendly,” he
Eco- Conferencing
Sat, Jun 2 2012 12:47
| tourism, green hotels, hotels, conferences, Australia
Does your hotel, resort or facility offer meeting and/or conference space? Have you noticed a change in the requests you receive from groups, asking about your green or sustainable initiatives?All signs are pointing in the direction of a widespread increase in this trend.So what exactly is a “Green" or "Eco Conference?” A green meeting or event incorporates environmental considerations
Energy Efficient Grants
Fri, May 18 2012 05:34
| tourism, green hotels, ecotourism, environment, Australia
The Australian Government has announced more than $20 million in grants to improve energy efficiency in small and medium businesses and community groups.Energy Efficiency improvements are a central element in the Government’s Clean Energy Future (CEF) package as they can help businesses save money on their operating costs while also lowering Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions.The Minister
