As the world marks World Refugee Day tomorrow (on 20 June), Accor and Community Corporate are proud to announce a growing partnership dedicated to building more inclusive and human-centred workplaces across Australia. Together, the organisations are transforming lives through employer-led pathways that welcome, support and elevate refugee and migrant talent.
In a world where connection and community matter more than ever, Hilton has never been more committed to its founding purpose of spreading the light and warmth of hospitality. For more than 105 years, Hilton has believed that hospitality can – and should – be a force for good. That belief comes to life through Travel with Purpose, Hilton’s strategy to drive positive impact and deliver lasting value to the people, hotels and communities where we all live, work and stay. Travel with Purpose is good for business—enabling Hilton to grow responsibly while creating meaningful change. With the support of the Hilton Global Foundation, Hilton’s philanthropic arm, the hospitality leader is spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by unlocking opportunity for our people, creating more sustainable stays and building the resilience of communities around the world – all while operating at the highest levels of integrity, accountability and transparency.
At the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), tourism emerged as a major actor in shaping a sustainable and resilient ocean economy. With oceans under unprecedented pressure from climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, stakeholders from across the tourism sector met to launch new partnerships, align financing mechanisms, and scale up initiatives and action to regenerate marine ecosystems and support coastal communities.
As The Oberoi Group enters a new phase of growth, marked by exciting developments and a strong pipeline of hotel openings, it reaffirms its commitment to building a future anchored in sustainability. Elements by Oberoi, the Group’s holistic environmental and social responsibility framework, reflects a philosophy that has quietly shaped its ethos for decades and now takes centre stage as the company scales new heights.
During the EHL Open Innovation Summit in Lausanne, we spoke with Caty Batten, Co-founder and CEO at Intaconnected and The Nature of Business Lab, about how the hospitality industry can move beyond traditional sustainability and embrace a regenerative approach. Our conversation focused on the Net Positive Hospitality Pathway, a practical tool for building resilience and long-term value, and why regeneration must become the new standard for climate, nature, and people.
At the EHL Open Innovation Summit, we had the opportunity to speak with Ásta Kristín Sigurjónsdóttir, CEO of the Iceland Tourism Cluster, and Milena S. Nikolova, Ph.D., Chief Behavior Officer and Co-founder of BehaviorSMART. Our conversation explored how artificial intelligence might transform the way we plan and experience travel, how technology must be used with behavioral insight to enhance rather than diminish hospitality, and why the industry must rethink success in terms of community well-being—not just business outcomes.
Companies face rising exposure to the physical impacts of climate change, which comes with big financial costs — potentially $25 trillion by 2050 for the world’s largest companies under a medium climate change scenario (SSP2-4.5), according to analysis by S&P Global Sustainable1. Our data shows that many large companies globally have yet to create climate adaptation plans to build resilience to these hazards: only 35% of companies in our analysis have an adaptation plan.
The GBTA Foundation, the cause-led arm of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), just unveiled its Sustainable Business Travel Transition Pathway yesterday at the GBTA Sustainability Summit, which gathered over a hundred travel leaders and sustainability experts from all sides of the industry in Washington, D.C.
Accor, the largest hotel operator in New Zealand, returns to MEETINGS 2025 with an expanded portfolio, fresh experiences, and renewed commitments to environmental excellence. With several exciting new openings and standout properties across Aotearoa, Accor continues to shape the future of meetings and events through meaningful design, elevated experiences and responsible hospitality.
During the EHL Open Innovation Summit, we had the pleasure of speaking with Nelson Ole Reiyia, CEO and Co-founder of Nashulai Maasai Conservancy. Our conversation explored how technology, particularly AI, can be used to enhance hospitality without losing its human soul, and why the future of travel lies in genuine partnerships with local communities, not just surface-level consultation.
During our time at the EHL Open Innovation Summit, we caught up with Mohammed Marghalani, Chief of Franchised Assets Operations at Dan Company, to discuss how regenerative hospitality can transform the connection between agriculture and tourism. Our conversation explored why farm-to-table needs purpose, not just marketing, and how Dan is helping local farmers deliver authentic, high-quality products directly to guests, creating a hospitality experience that is as ethical as it is enriching.
What if ‘social’ wasn’t just a buzzword but a strategic redefinition of what businesses aim to achieve? In a world facing increasingly complex challenges, from social inequality to environmental challenges, social entrepreneurship is inspiring a shift in how entrepreneurs and organizations pursue positive social impact.
As part of the Travel for Good program, through which Meliá Hotels International defines its responsible business strategy, the Meliá Hotels & Resorts brand reinforces its environmental commitment.
Novotel, a global hospitality leader with a firm commitment to ocean preservation, is delighted to announce the signing of a landmark partnership with global traceability company, Seafood Souq. The partnership will see the implementation of a Seafood Souq (SFS) Audit across 19 Novotel properties in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
As summer travel trends shift, one truth remains: the more personalized and immersive the experience, the more likely guests are to return. In today’s uncertain marketplace, travelers are booking later and staying for shorter periods, often Thursday through Sunday rather than a full week. With rising costs and global events weighing on decision-making, guests are opting for quick getaways — and looking for meaningful experiences to make the most of them.
For decades, linen rental services have been the quiet workhorse of hospitality—offering hotels operational efficiency, cost savings, and consistency across properties. What began as a smart solution has become a global standard. As the industry faces growing pressure to cut carbon, manage risk, and stay agile, one question is worth asking:
Nomadix® Inc., bringing connected experiences to life, today announced its new Nomadix Energy Management Solution that addresses the market need to reduce operational costs and reach sustainability goals. The Nomadix solution is one of the lowest cost-of-ownership offerings on the market, while also achieving a quick return on investment (ROI).
In today's ever-evolving hospitality industry, the emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives has never been more crucial. Recently, a round table discussion with Agnès Roquefort, Global Chief Development Officer, Luxury & Lifestyle, along with thought leaders André Heintz (TK), Vanguelis Panayotis (CEO, MKG Consulting & Hospitality ON) and Alice Vachet (Journalist and Host of L’Empreinte), shed light on how our focus on ESG is shaping our development and relationships with owners, and our commitment to sustainable practices and the tangible solutions for them.
Airbnb, in coordination with Airbnb.org and several local not-for-profit organizations, has announced a proactive disaster preparedness initiative to provide emergency housing across all 47 prefectures in the event of major natural disasters, such as earthquakes and tsunamis.
Our conversation with Bernhard Bohnenberger, CEO and Co-founder of Discover Collection, took place during the EHL Open Innovation Summit in Lausanne. We spoke with him about the role of technology in luxury hospitality, how guest expectations are evolving, and why emotional connection should remain central to high-end travel. Drawing on his background with Six Senses and now the Discover Collection, Bernhard shared his vision for what he calls “Mindful Luxury” and how technology should support—never replace—the human experience.