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Unpacking Sustainable Tourism Certifications – What do they mean and are they effective?

Solimar International

Sustainable Tourism Certification: Steps and Benefits In this modern era, where responsible travel is becoming more popular, the way we travel is changing significantly. Explore the role of sustainable tourism certifications. This growing interest in sustainable travel leads us to the concept of sustainable certifications.

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IATA Calls EU’s DCC a “Blueprint” for Global Vaccination Verification

Business Traveler USA

The International Air Transport Association is calling for governments worldwide to adopt the EU’s Digital COVID Certificate, or DCC, as the global standard for vaccination certificates, saying the DCC should “serve as a blueprint” for other nations.

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Travel Management with an Eco-Conscious Approach

Traveler's Q

It’s about seeking ways to make travel more sustainable across its entire lifecycle—from planning and transportation to accommodation and activities. Green hotels often hold certifications such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) or Green Globe, which indicate that they adhere to specific environmental standards.

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Flight Credits: What You Need to Know Before Cashing In

Business Traveler USA

As the Transportation Department mulls changing the rules, here’s a look at current airline policies on credits and vouchers. Earlier this month, the Department of Transportation proposed new rules that would clarify and expand the department’s authority around airline ticket refunds for canceled flights and changes in service.

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Green & Grand Transforming Corporate Events with Sustainable Summer Ideas

Traveler's Q

These venues often have certifications like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), ensuring that your event’s location contributes positively to its environmental surroundings. This supports local agriculture and reduces the carbon footprint associated with transporting food items. Contact Traveler’s Q today.

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ASEAN Tourism Ministers approve professional standards to strengthen MICE

Travel Daily Media

We worked with partner agencies such as Thailand’s Department of Tourism, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, MICE-related associations, and educational institutions to draft a professional standards proposal for 11 job roles – 1. Event Transportation Staff, 10. Project Manager, 2. Production Manager, 3. Show Manager, 4.

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Destination spotlight Bern, Switzerland: Site visit from 28–30 August 2020 for Event Planners Talk e-conference

The MICE Blog

It’s a country that’s easy to get to and move around by public transport. They also have an internal committee—‘the green busters’—who meet on a monthly basis and propose initiatives to increase sustainability; some of these proposals include reducing plastic bottle and paper usage.

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