Category: Accommodations

Singapore’s Hotel Sustainability Roadmap

In 2022, the Singapore Hotel Association (SHA) and GSTC Member Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announced the launch of its Hotel Sustainability Roadmap, which outlines hotels’ journey towards sustainability.

Promoting sustainability in the short-term rental industry: VRWS Green Conference

The inaugural VRWS Green Conference, scheduled for October 2, 2024, in Porto, aims to advance sustainability in the short-term rental industry through practical learning and networking.

Bali is considering a temporary halt on new construction of hotels

Indonesia state news agency Antara reports that Bali's local government is considering a temporary halt on new construction of hotels, villas, discos and beach clubs to address overtourism and overdevelopment.

Capturing demand for sustainable stays

According to the Harvard Business Review, companies that invest sufficiently in sustainability will outperform those that do not, particularly among younger consumers.

Travalyst revealed accommodation sustainability certifications that are compliant with its criteria

Travalyst, the not-for-profit organization founded by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, has revealed the first tranche of accommodation sustainability certifications that are compliant with its criteria.

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CopenPay — a new Copenhagen’s green experience initiative

Data show a large willingness as 82 percent say they want to act sustainably, but only 22 percent have changed their behavior. This is why Copenhagen’s official tourism organization has introduced CopenPay—a new initiative transforming green actions into currency for cultural experiences.