Category: Opinion

Jamaica looks to broaden economic growth through tourism diversification

Jamaica is making moves to ensure that the country’s tourism product not only generates prosperity for large hotel owners, but stimulates growth in the wider domestic economy as well

‘Sustainable tourism’ is not working – here’s how we can change that

Some highlight conscious consumerism and ideas like slow travel. But in a world in which growing populations with endless consumer demands are pitted against a fragile environment, we require more concerted effort.

11 tips for sustainable tourism companies wanting to host bloggers… from the bloggers themselves

We asked some bloggers writing about sustainable tourism what advice they would give anyone looking to work with people like them.

How to engage your guests in your hotel sustainability initiatives

If your hotel is investing in low water pressure systems, temperature control devices or green products in order to be more sustainable, don't forget to communicate the benefits to your guests to make sure they understand why and support your efforts

Banksy’s Bethlehem hotel is an example of how tourism can be political

Rather than viewing the Walled Off as an art installation offering political commentary, it is more useful to see it as a working hotel with a capacity for sparking political awareness.

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