ODESSA, FLA.—Hasek Communications, the Odessa, Fla.-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes Travelife as a Green Lodging Survey supporter. Travelife allows accommodation providers to monitor and self-assess their sustainability performance. Self-assessments are conducted by hoteliers online, and then followed by a physical audit by independent auditors who will visit each property and check against Travelife criteria in person.The system and its criteria have been developed through a multi-stakeholder consultation process involving tour operators, hoteliers, trade associations, Non-Governmental Organizations, audit firms and academia. Launched in 2007, it is now recognized within the travel and tourism industry as one of the most comprehensive and credible tools. The fact that it is operated by the tourism industry and its close relationship with tour operators, hotel groups, destinations and trade associations guarantees fair pricing and industry oversight.
Travelife membership provides a step by step program to help hoteliers cut costs and lessen environmental impact, and improve local communities and businesses. The Travelife Gold award enables a property to easily communicate achievements to customers.
To learn more, go to www.travelife.org, call +44 (0) 20 3693 0160, or e-mail info@travelife.org.
