MALDIVES—On October 29, 2025, as the world celebrates conscious living, The Nautilus Maldives, an ultra-luxury bohemian private island hideaway, invites families to embark on a journey of transformation, creativity, and renewal. Debuting on World Sustainability Day, The Nautilus introduces a new series of monthly sustainability workshops for families, developed by ecoBirdy, a like-minded innovator in circular design. Earlier this year, The Nautilus introduced its sustainability partnership with ecoBirdy—an award-winning, family-run design brand renowned for its imaginative approach to socially and environmentally responsible design. Curated for Young Wonderers, this collaboration now deepens with immersive, hands-on workshops designed to blend creativity, learning, and...

SINGAPORE—IHG Hotels & Resorts announced that Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay is the first hotel in Asia to join its Low Carbon Pioneer program. The program is part of IHG’s global initiative to enhance sustainability across its properties by focusing on energy efficiency and renewable energy sources. The Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay, which opened in 2014, incorporates various sustainability features. These include a fully electric kitchen, hot water heat pumps, high-efficiency water fixtures, and an intelligent building management system designed to optimize energy usage. The hotel also utilizes solar glazing and advanced lighting controls to maximize daylight...

NATIONAL REPORT—The hospitality industry faces mounting pressure to reduce operational costs while meeting growing environmental expectations from guests. Energy expenses are typically one of the largest overhead costs for businesses in this industry. Understanding how on-site renewable energy can benefit hotels and resorts goes beyond simple cost savings, creating opportunities for enhanced guest experiences, improved brand reputation, and long-term financial stability. Dramatic Cost Reductions Through Energy Independence Installing renewable energy systems delivers immediate and long-term financial benefits that directly impact your bottom line. Solar panels, wind turbines, or geothermal systems can drastically reduce electricity bills, depending on system size and local...

NEW YORK CITY—The European Travel Commission (ETC) has introduced a new initiative titled “Unlock an Unexpected Upgrade” aimed at promoting responsible travel across Europe. The initiative, supported by the European Union and 36 national tourism boards, was unveiled on October 15, 2025, at the Skift Transatlantic Summit in New York City. The initiative seeks to change perceptions of responsible travel by presenting it as an enhancement rather than a limitation. It encourages travelers to make choices that benefit local communities and the environment while enhancing their travel experiences. The campaign emphasizes the benefits of responsible travel, such as fewer crowds, deeper...

MUNICH, GERMANY—With the EU Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive set to come into force in 2026, clear and credible sustainability communication is no longer optional for hospitality businesses. In response to this shift, MAp Boutique Consultancy and Rupp Public Relations announce the release of the second edition of The Sustainable Hotel Handbook: Communication: a practical tool designed to help hotels avoid greenwashing, meet future legal requirements, and connect meaningfully with guests. Built specifically for the hospitality sector, the handbook provides step-by-step guidance, best practice examples, and templates that hotel teams can use immediately, whether they’re seasoned marketers or...

When hoteliers think about return on investment (ROI), the conversation often focuses exclusively on dollars—energy savings, reduced water bills, or increased occupancy. While those financial outcomes matter, they are often lagging indicators. What happens first—and what is equally valuable—is the non-financial ROI. These are the benefits that don’t show up immediately in the balance sheet but can transform how a hotel is perceived, how staff and guests engage, and how communities and investors respond. The following seven impact areas offer a roadmap for measuring non-financial ROI in sustainable hospitality, supported by practical examples and metrics. Brand Reputation & Trust Sustainability...

DENVER—Under Canvas, a leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, announced Under Canvas White Mountains is set to open in June of 2026. This marks the brand’s second location in New England and its first in New Hampshire. Set on 86 scenic acres, the new camp offers breathtaking views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range, and is surrounded by rolling meadows, lush forests and orchards—providing guests convenient access to White Mountain National Forest—one of the most visited national forests in the U.S. Within a short drive, guests can explore Franconia Notch State Park, the Kancamagus Highway, and the iconic Mount Washington Cog Railway,...

MAUI, HAWAII—OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels recently hosted Youth Ambassadors at OUTRIGGER Kā‘anapali Beach Resort as part of the expanded Sea The Future initiative, originally founded in Hawai‘i in 2018 and now entering a new phase that brings together young leaders from across the Pacific to champion ocean stewardship through education, cultural exchange and hands-on conservation. The initiative spans the Pacific Ocean, West to East, through a new partnership between Hawai‘i Tourism Oceania (HTO) and the Hawai‘i Visitors & Convention Bureau (HVCB). This year’s program gathered Youth Ambassadors from Seattle, Australia, New Zealand and Hawai‘i for a five-day immersive experience on Maui from September 19 to...

CANCUN, MEXICO—In celebration of World Tourism Day 2025 late last month, The Palace Company has unveiled a powerful new video campaign capturing the ecosystems that thrive in and around its resorts in Cancun and the Riviera Maya: mangroves, dunes, jungles, crocodiles, sea turtles, and hundreds of species that coexist in harmony with tourism. The message is clear: awareness is not enough—travelers and tourism partners must take action. Guests and the general public are invited to support the conservation of these unique habitats through a direct donation to Palace Foundation. “Every night a guest sleeps at one of our properties is made possible by the ecosystems...

BRIDGEWATER, MICH.—Xela Pack, a Bridgewater, Mich.-based company, was named a Silver Winner in the Sustainability Pioneer category during the 2025 Sustainable Food Awards. The awards ceremony, held in Amsterdam, was organized by U.K.-based company Ecovia Intelligence: a specialist research, consulting and training firm that focuses on global ethical product industries. For nearly 40 years, Xela Pack’s focus has been producing environmentally conscious, small-dose packaging. The award recognized the company’s use and innovation of its PaperBottle, which uses only SFI- and FSC-certified sustainably sourced fibers in its construction. The PaperBottle has been evaluated by Centro Qualità Carta to be recyclable with...