Category Hotel, Organisations & Operators, Sustainability

Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel management arm of Dusit International, has joined the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing efforts to embed responsible practices throughout its global operations.
GSTC is a global non-profit organisation that brings together public and private sector stakeholders to advance sustainable tourism practices worldwide. By joining as a member, Dusit becomes part of a global network committed to knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and the promotion of responsible tourism principles across the industry.

The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi is proud to announce that it has been officially awarded the Green Hotel certification by the Tourist Accommodation Premises Grading Panel (PPP) under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) Malaysia.

The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi is proud to announce that it has been officially awarded the Green Hotel certification by the Tourist Accommodation Premises Grading Panel (PPP) under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) Malaysia.

Hospitality provider Iberostar Group has been recognised with the title of ’World’s Leading Marine & Biodiversity Conservation Programme’ for its Wave of Change programme at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards.

Through the initiative, Iberostar is investing heavily in coral reef restoration. In 2024 alone, the group planted over 12,000 corals and launched four coral nurseries across the Caribbean. Research teams study reef resilience, while guest excursions fund long-term marine conservation. Iberostar integrates reef-friendly sunscreen, low-impact marine tours and real-time biodiversity monitoring into its operations.

CROSSROADS Maldives reimagines sustainable island living through a connected, multi-island destination where turquoise lagoons, vibrant culture, and conscious design come together — creating a place where environmental care enhances, rather than limits, the joy of escape.

Marriott International Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) today unveiled a series of new, enhanced guest experiences under Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy™, a program that enables intentional travel across the region. With almost 100 experiences offered across close to 80 hotels in 12 APEC markets, Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy offers guests the opportunity to forge deeper connections with the destinations and local communities they visit.

Black Sand Hotel has become the first hotel to join Valpas’ network, the platform for safe, sustainable and bed bug-free travel in Iceland. With this new addition, Valpas has expanded its global reach to 25 countries, including Belgium, France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

MGM Resorts International has reached a significant milestone in its renewable energy strategy, now powering up to 100% of its daytime electricity needs on the Las Vegas Strip with solar energy. The achievement was made possible after the Company began receiving 115 MW of solar energy and 400 megawatt-hours (MWh) of battery storage in December of 2025 from the recently completed Escape Solar and Storage Project, located in Lincoln County, Nevada.

Raffles Bali is pleased to introduce Wings of the Wild, a guided nature experience created for resident guests. Set across the resort’s verdant hillsides, coastal edges and flourishing gardens, the programme reflects the resort’s ongoing commitment to preserving culture and nature, while creating inspired and unexpected guest experiences that honour the island’s rich biodiversity.