Marriott India strengthens the Green Commitment on World Environment Day 2025 Achieves Milestone of Planting 100,000 Trees

Marriott India proudly achieved its ambitious goal for World Environment Day 2025, a commitment to plant 100,000 trees across its extensive portfolio of over 150 hotels nationwide. This significant undertaking marked a powerful escalation of Marriott India's dedication to sustainability and ecological restoration, building upon the success of its previous environmental initiatives.

Rooted in Community: Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa Unveils Bodu Huraa Tree Planting Project

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa has launched the Bodu Huraa Tree Planting Project, a community-driven sustainability initiative designed to offset Scope 3 carbon emissions while deepening the Resort’s long-standing partnership with its neighbouring island, Bodu Huraa. The initiative aligns with the global Four Seasons For Good framework, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to environmental stewardship and local empowerment.

Indian Travellers Go Global: Safety, Social Media and Sustainability Stand Out in New MMGY Study

As India rapidly matures in global and economic influence, so does the buying power of its vast and adventurous travelling population. According to new research by MMGY Travel Intelligence, passport-carrying adults in India intend to spend an average of $4,755 on leisure trips in the next 12 months, pinpointing a 14% increase in spending over the past year. This and other findings are at the core of Portrait of Indian International Travellers™ – which unveils key new insights into the travel behaviors, motivations and preferences of Indian travellers exploring abroad.

IHCL and Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Sign an MOU for Hospitality Skill Development Centre in Goa

Further to the recent announcement, Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Goa for the country’s largest hospitality skilling centre in Goa to boost employment opportunities for youth in the state. This signing ceremony was held in the presence of Honourable Chief Minister of Goa -Shri Pramod Sawant and Mr. Prasad Lolayekar, IAS, Secretary, Education and Skills Development and Mr. S S Gaonkar, Director of Skills Development and Entrepreneurship, Goa.

RIU launches two partnerships in Mauritius for marine conservation and youth vocational training

RIU Hotels & Resorts has taken a further step forward in its Proudly Committed sustainability strategy with the announcement of its first collaboration with two local NGOs in Mauritius, the Coral Garden Conservation (CGC) and Adolescent Non-Formal Education Network (ANFEN). Both alliances aspire to have a positive impact on the local environment and community by promoting ecological restoration and social inclusion.

Banyan Group Launches ‘Rewilding Banyan Fund’, Strengthening Commitment to Responsible Stewardship

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, Banyan Group, a global leader and pioneer in sustainable hospitality, is pleased to announce the establishment of the Rewilding Banyan Fund. Starting today, USD $1 for every direct booking of Banyan Group’s hotels and resorts will be pledged to the new fund, supporting long-term rewilding efforts to restore natural habitats in destinations where the Group operates.

Striving Towards a Sustainable Future in Viet Nam’s Hospitality & Real Estate

Meet The Experts (MTE), the premier business conference for Viet Nam’s real estate and hospitality sectors, was held on 24 October 2024 in Ha Noi under the theme “Wellness Real Estate.” The biannual event brought together leaders from across the industry, including investors, hotel owners, management companies, design firms, and consultants. MTE fosters collaboration, provides actionable insights, and offers networking opportunities to help stakeholders capitalize on growth prospects and prepare for the next cycle in Viet Nam’s dynamic real estate and hospitality markets.

Meliá Expands Solar Ambitions in Southeast Asia

Two Meliá hotels in Vietnam and one in Thailand are taking their green goals to the next level with ambitious solar panel projects that have seen over 2,600 solar panels added to Meliá Vinpearl Cua Hoi Beach Resort and Meliá Vinpearl Cua Sot Beach Resort, both along Vietnam’s north central coast, and Meliá Phuket Mai Khao on the tropical island of Phuket.