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Mandarin Oriental honoured with trio of prestigious trophies at WSTHA
Luxury hotelier Mandarin Oriental has been recognised with three top prizes by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The company walked away with trophies for: • World's Leading Sustainable Energy Efficiency Initiative 2025 • World's Leading Sustainable Cultural Heritage Project 2025 • World's Leading Sustainable Policy Initiative 2025 The titles were revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.
ITC Hotels Limited honoured with host of top titles at World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards
Indian hospitality leader ITC Hotels Limited has been honoured with a series of top titles at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The company, which today encompass over 140 hotels across 90+ destinations, was voted: • World's Leading Sustainable Organisation 2025 • World's Leading Sustainable Employer 2025 • World's Leading Sustainable Food & Nutrition Initiative 2025 • World's Leading Sustainable Marketing Campaign 2025 The prizes were revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism
Iberostar Group honoured with World’s Leading Marine & Biodiversity Conservation Programme title
Hospitality provider Iberostar Group has been recognised with the title of World’s Leading Marine & Biodiversity Conservation Programme 2025 for its Wave of Change program at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.
Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor honoured by World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards
Luxury hotel Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor has been recognised with the title of World's Leading Sustainable Water & Waste Innovation 2025 by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.
Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps - Selenkay Conservancy honoured by WSTHA
Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps - Selenkay Conservancy has been recognised with the title of World's Leading Conservation Programme 2025 by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards
Hilton and Winnow honoured with World’s Leading Sustainable Partnership 2025
Green Ramadan 2025 by Hilton and Winnow has been recognised with the title of World's Leading Sustainable Partnership 2025 by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler honoured - World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards
Luxury Canadian property Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler has been recognised with the title of World's Leading Indigenous Community Tourism Initiative 2025 by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.
UNCCD COP16 Presidency Highlights Stronger Synergies on Land, Climate and Nature at COP30
The five Rio Convention Presidencies (for UNFCCC, CBD and UNCCD) issued a joint call to step up cooperation across climate, biodiversity and land action agendas, presenting the first-ever shared Action Agenda declaration, the Belém Joint Statement, which signals a new, synergy-focused phase of implementation under the Rio Conventions. Youth, Indigenous Peoples, scientists, cities and governments all underscored that this must be driven by rights-based, community-led and science-informed action if it is to deliver real, on-the-ground impact.
Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris honoured with World's Leading Sustainable Supply Chain Programme
Luxury icon Four Seasons Hotel George, V, Paris has been recognised with the title of World's Leading Sustainable Supply Chain Programme 2025 by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.
Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi unveils UAE’s largest thermodynamic solar system
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal continues to set new benchmarks in sustainable luxury, unveiling the UAE’s largest thermodynamic solar system, a milestone that reaffirms the resort’s position as a leader in responsible hospitality and innovation.
Antigua & Barbuda Unveil Major Developments, Cultural Milestones and New Luxury Projects Ahead of 20
Antigua and Barbuda are gearing up for a landmark year in tourism, unveiling an impressive slate of developments, major anniversaries, cultural festivals, and luxury openings—solidifying their position as one of the Caribbean’s most dynamic and culturally rich destinations. The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority used World Travel Market 2025 to spotlight both the island nation’s rapid progress and its strategic vision for 2026.
El Albergue Ollantaytambo honoured with World’s Leading Small Sustainable Destination 2025
Peruvian heritage eco-lodge El Albergue Ollantaytambo has been recognised with the title of World’s Leading Small Sustainable Destination 2025 by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.