Category: Innovation

Why do small tourism businesses struggle with sustainability? Are incubators the solution?

In her latest column for Travindy, Aurora Daw Reinke explores the challenges facing SMEs seeking to imporove their environmental performance, and explores the roles of mentorship and start up incubators in helping them achieve their aims

UNWTO honours innovative winners in annual awards

The winning projects were divided into four categories – Public Policy and Governance, Research and Technology, Enterprises, and Non-governmental Organizations.

UNWTO endorses first Global Tourism Resilience Center in Jamaica

Centre will include a Sustainable Tourism Observatory, which will assist preparedness, management and recovery of crises which impact tourism and threaten economies and livelihoods.

Norway sets ambition for all-electric short-haul flights by 2040

All short-haul flights within Norway and neighbouring countries lasting up to one-and-a-half hours should be operated by electric aircraft, forecasts Norwegian airport operator Avinor.

Palau creates world first conservation pledge, stamped in visitors’ passports

First country in the world to ask visitors to sign declaration in passports to protect its environment and culture for next generation.

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European hoteliers invest in aesthetics and eco-friendly practices

According to the 2024 European Accommodation Barometer, European hoteliers are setting their investment priorities for 2025 and beyond, aiming to sustain the industry’s positive growth.