Global travelers are becoming more and more conscious of their impact on the planet and with that, demanding more from the hospitality industry to make sustainable and eco-friendly changes to lessen their impact on the planet. One of the biggest challenges facing hospitality brands: how to do this efficiently and cost effectively. The bottom line is sustainability will only continue to become a bigger priority for travelers and the hospitality industry needs to invest in a better future for tourism. READ MORE

With the Greek islands becoming a prime touristic destination, an extensive dialogue has opened on the general character of the Greek tourism product, with the debate revolving around the optimal tourism development model that Greece should strategically follow to positively impact national and local economies. READ MORE

The hotel industry has reached a turning point in sustainability, with many hotels developing eco-friendly initiatives to meet the demands of the market. While many industries have achieved great success in sustainability, hotels have the unique opportunity to inspire guests and make sustainability fun and experience-driven. READ MORE

Sustainability has moved from fringe conversations to mainstream expectations. Sixty-One percent of U.S. travelers seek environmentally friendly, sustainable choices from their hotels. A simple roadmap can be followed to move any property forward. READ MORE

Julie Cheetham discusses how until fairly recently, to be an eco-hotel was a speciality, a bit left of field, often synonymous with a compromise on luxury and the variety of services available. But today, being 'eco' or practicing sustainability is not only necessary to meet growing consumer demand but also to ensure a business's resilience and long-term success – it's gone from niche to necessary. READ MORE