Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia 2023-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — On a fine evening, 7 June 2023, one of security staff on duty at night saw some baby turtles come out from the sand on the beach right in front of Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach. Without further due, he grabbed a big blue basket… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel & Environment
OUTRIGGER ‘Zones In’ on Ocean Conservation
From clean-ups to coral planting, OUTRIGGER focuses on ocean health, this World Ocean Month HAWAII, 2023-Jun-15 — /Travel PR News/ — This June for World Ocean Month, OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels has pledged to continue making a difference at its premier beach resorts worldwide. Activities connected to ocean health and conservation will take place… Read the full press release
Travel Promoters Welcomes Two Exciting New Partnerships in South Africa
Sussex, United Kingdom, 2023-Jun-06 — /Travel PR News/ —Travel Promoters Welcomes Two Exciting New Partnerships in South Africa UK based representation company, Travel Promoters is delighted to announce two new partnerships from 1 June 2023 with Lalibela Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape and The Clarendon Collection in Cape Town. Lalibela comprises six safari lodges including… Read the full press release
OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Appoints New Resident Marine Biologist
The barefoot luxury resort amplifies its commitment to conservation this World Ocean Month and beyond with impressive environmental initiatives on land and sea MALDIVES, 2023-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Ocean conservation is a core pillar for OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels and the newly appointed resident marine biologist at OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort has ambitious… Read the full press release
Centara West Bay achieved 100% Compliance Corporate Sustainability Audit
DOHA, 2023-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — We are thrilled to share that Centara West Bay Hotel has achieved an outstanding milestone in our commitment to sustainability! We have successfully obtained 100% compliance in our first year internal Centara Hotels & Resorts sustainability audit. “The achievement of 100% compliance in our sustainability audit is a… Read the full press release
Centara West Bay Hotel & Residences Doha has been certified by the Green Key certification
DOHA, 2023-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Centara West Bay Hotel & Residences Doha is proud to announce that we have been certified by Green Key Qatar 2023. This prestigious certificate recognises the hotel’s commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, making Centara West Bay one of the leading green hotels in Qatar. The Green… Read the full press release
Emirates and dnata join United Nations Global Compact to strengthen sustainability efforts
Dubai, UAE, 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Advancing its sustainability efforts, Emirates and dnata have joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), a voluntary global initiative that promotes responsible business practices and the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and… Read the full press release
IHG Hotels & Resorts Promotes Low-Carbon and Sustainable Travel Philosophy in China
Leveraging Earth Day and their ongoing partnership with an immersive green art exhibition Shanghai, China, 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has adopted a green, low-carbon, and environmentally friendly travel philosophy in line with China’s “dual carbon” development strategy. The company reinforced its long-term sustainability commitments for its operations while shaping… Read the full press release
Wizz Air invests £5 million in sustainable aviation fuel company, Firefly, to reduce CO2 emissions
First equity investment in biofuel company will allow Wizz Air to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to its UK operations from 2028 The £5m investment will support the development and certification of SAF produced from sewage sludge Partnership with Firefly has the potential to save 1.5m tonnes of CO2-eq* Budapest, Hungary, 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR… Read the full press release
Hilton Celebrates Earth Week by Activating Team Members to Reduce Environmental Impact and Achieve Travel with Purpose 2030 Goals
Hilton marks progress towards its Travel with Purpose 2030 Goals, celebrates over $20,000 in Hilton Global Foundation grants supporting team member‑led projects MCLEAN, Va., 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — In recognition of Earth Week, Hilton is marking a year of significant progress towards its Travel with Purpose 2030 Goals by activating its global team… Read the full press release
OurAfrica.Travel kicked the 2023 tourism calendar off in style
Cape Town, South Africa, 2023-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The highly anticipated fourth edition of OurAfrica.Travel, the leading digital trade show for the African and Indian Ocean tourism industry, which took place from February 20th to 24th, was a tremendous success, attracting 186 exhibitors and over 440 buyers and media from around the world…. Read the full press release
Choice Hotels International Releases 2022 ESG Report Outlining Commitment to Sustainability and Diversity in Hotel Ownership
Company highlights significant new steps on journey to cut costs and save time for franchisees while building legacy of sustainability, prosperity, and wellbeing ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — From innovative technology to conserve energy and water to even more ambitious diversity goals for hotel ownership, the 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report released… Read the full press release
Friuli Venezia Giulia invites Ireland to explore the natural beauty of its region
FRIULI VENEZIA GIULIA INVITES IRELAND TO EXPLORE THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF ITS REGION Ryanair launches new direct service from Dublin to Trieste for Spring/Summer 2023 opening up Italy’s north-eastern region to Irish travellers London, United Kingdom, 2023-Apr-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Surrounded by natural beauty, Friuli Venezia Giulia is a charming region offering many cultural,… Read the full press release
WorldMark Launches Planting Seeds Program to Teach Urban Permaculture to Vacation Club Guests
Vacation ownership club partners with master regenerative farmer to champion urban growing movement via interactive workshops that support mitigating climate change and food insecurity PORTLAND, Ore., 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Vacation club brand WorldMark by Wyndham® is launching Planting Seeds, a pilot program that introduces guests staying at WorldMark Portland Waterfront Park to the concept of urban permaculture… Read the full press release
SAS Launches Biofuel-Enabled Tickets on Domestic and European Flights to Lower Carbon Footprint
Stockholm, Sweden, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — On April 3, SAS launches two ticket types that include biofuel. These will be available on all SAS domestic, Scandinavian and European flights. SAS aims to use fossil-free aviation fuel equivalent of all our domestic flights by 2030, a journey we make together with our passengers. We… Read the full press release
“Greener Together”: Cathay Pacific’s Sustainable Development Report emphasizes the importance of partnerships and collective action in achieving sustainability goals
The airline’s 2022 Sustainable Development Report outlines its determination to cooperate and innovate with partners to lead change Hong Kong, China, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — As the Cathay Pacific Group continues to make important strides towards becoming a sustainability leader, it is pleased to announce the release of its 2022 Sustainable Development Report,… Read the full press release
Radisson Blu Mall of America and CenterPoint Energy announce installation of CarbinX™ Carbon Capture Unit to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Installation of CleanO2’s groundbreaking technology is part of a CenterPoint Energy program offering cleaner energy solutions to its customers BLOOMINGTON, MN., 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — CenterPoint Energy (NYSE: CNP) and Radisson Blu Mall of America, part of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), announced the groundbreaking installation of a carbon-capture technology unit, CarbinX™, developed by CleanO2. This marks the first hotel… Read the full press release
Choice Hotels partners with Schneider Electric to use AI-assisted technology for sustainability and energy management
Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure™ Resource Advisor to help nearly 6,000 Choice Hotel owners track energy and sustainability data. LOUISVILLE, KY, 2023-Mar-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and sustainability, has been chosen by Choice Hotels International, one of the largest and most successful lodging franchisors… Read the full press release
Wharf Hotels’ 11 Properties Make Global Hotel Alliance’s Green Collection
Hong Kong SAR, China, 2023-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hong Kong headquartered Wharf Hotels, a hospitality group with hotel operations spanning mainland China, Hong Kong and the Philippines, announced 11 of its 16 properties have been brought under Global Hotel Alliance’s (GHA) Green Collection. The Green Collection features independent mid-scale to high-end hotel brands in the GHA DISCOVERY… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines partners with Shell Aviation to expand sustainable aviation fuel market and reach net zero by 2040
New collaboration will advance development in the sustainable aviation fuel market and long-term jet fuel supply SEATTLE, WA, 2023-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines announced an agreement with Shell Aviation to expand the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market beyond a standard fuel supply agreement. The innovative cross-industry collaboration brings together a world-class fuel supply… Read the full press release
Finnair purchases largest ever batch of sustainable aviation fuel to support carbon neutrality goal
Vantaa, Finland, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Finnair is increasing the use of sustainable aviation fuel as part of its goal to reduce carbon emissions from flying. Finnair has purchased 750 tons of sustainable aviation fuel from its partner Neste for use on flights departing from Helsinki Airport. Finnair’s customers are also involved in… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group hosts a global sustainability learning festival for its employees to reinforce its commitment towards lifelong learning and sustainability goals
Singapore, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Employees from across the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group will participate in a three-day long sustainability-themed global learning festival this week, supporting the Group’s commitment towards a lifelong learning culture for its people. Participants at the biennial Learning and Innovation for Everyone (LIFE) festival will engage in more than… Read the full press release
ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation: Record-breaking growth in airports worldwide reducing carbon emissions by 8.1%
More than half a million tonnes of CO2 reduced by the global community of airports certified by Airport Carbon Accreditation between May ’21 and May ’22 30% growth in participation with 395 accredited airports worldwide in 79 countries 89 airports achieved advanced levels of carbon management Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Mar-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Airports… Read the full press release
Iberia and Repsol team up to offer sustainable aviation fuel to corporate clients for decarbonized business trips
According to IATA, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) allows to reduce the C02 emissions up to 80% throughout their entire life cycle They are produced from waste (biofuels) and from the capture of C02 (e-fuels), thus promoting a circular economy and technological development Iberia and Repsol have been working on the production of these fuels, a… Read the full press release
Radisson Hotel Group Launches ‘Basics’ Verification Scheme to Drive Sustainable Tourism Worldwide
Together with thousands of hotels, destinations and OTAs Radisson Hotel Group supports Hotel Sustainability Basics Inaugural partners include destinations, major international hotel groups and tourist resorts Research shows almost all hotels are aware of their responsibility to the planet Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Together with the WTTC, top brands, associations and… Read the full press release
WTTC launches Hotel Sustainability Basics scheme to drive responsible and sustainable tourism
Global tourism body announces verification scheme for Basics Thousands of hotels, destinations and OTAs support Hotel Sustainability Basics Inaugural partners include destinations, major international hotel groups and tourist resorts Research shows almost all hotels are aware of their responsibility to the planet Berlin, Germany, 2023-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism… Read the full press release
Malaysia Airlines celebrates International Women’s Day with all-women operated flight and carbon offset programme
This also marks the airline’s first flight where the carbon emissions will be offset KLIA, 2023-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — In conjunction with International Women’s Day (IWD), Malaysia Airlines conducted an all-women operated flight on MH2520 from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kuching (KCH) to celebrate and showcase the diverse role women play in contributing to… Read the full press release
Radisson Hotel Group partners with industry leaders to launch “Basics” verification scheme for sustainable tourism
Together with thousands of hotels, destinations and OTAs Radisson Hotel Group supports Hotel Sustainability Basics Inaugural partners include destinations, major international hotel groups and tourist resorts Research shows almost all hotels are aware of their responsibility to the planet Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Mar-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Together with the WTTC, top brands, associations and… Read the full press release
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® appoints Noriko Nakayama as managing director for Rosewood Miyakojima, the brand’s first property in Japan set to open in 2024, with a strong focus on sustainability
Set to Open in 2024, Rosewood Miyakojima marks Rosewood Hotels & Resorts’ debut in Japan. Tokyo, Japan, 2023-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Continuing with the brand’s commitment to thoughtful development, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® is set to open its first property in Japan in 2024. Today (MARCH 02, 2023), the brand is pleased to… Read the full press release
OBLU Maldives Resorts Hosts an Educational Underwater Marine Tour for Local Students
Male’, Maldives, 2023-Mar-02 — /Travel PR News/ — OBLU Xperience Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili organized a memorable under ocean marine tour on 23 February 2023 for 14 students from Jamaluddin School. The students along with four teachers arrived at Ailafushi island at 15:30. After a warm welcome by the resort management, they were escorted to Only BLU Under… Read the full press release