Investment in sustainable aviation fuel and alternatively powered aircraft are the next steps for airlines and meaningful partnerships are key to making these concepts a reality. If airlines don’t do more to tackle their emissions, they risk their passengers choosing more environmentally friendly options such as rail travel.
Research published by the World Travel and Tourism Council explores the impact of the global pandemic on the travel industry by focusing on four interwind trends: demand evolution, health and hygiene, innovation and digitisation, and sustainability. This data-driven examination puts forward recommendations to support the sector in building resilience.
In this article, the authors put forward four ways in which governments can reimagine their role in the tourism sector in the context of COVID-19. These include the development of a central nerve centre, new financial mechanisms, transparent communication on protocols and the provision of a data and analytics infrastructure.
The eco hotel summit is a free 5-day online event taking place between 27th and 31st July 2020, organised in association with Eco Resort Network and World of Glamping. The event will incorporate over 50 speakers on a variety of topics, as well as offering innovative virtual networking opportunities.
SaimaaLife is a Finnish story-based nature wellness and lifestyle media startup exploring potential of VR to promote sustainable tourism. Founder Mari Pennanen speaks with Elizaveta Ragozina
