https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/eco travel/ Eco Travel News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:34:52+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-hotel-alliance-launches-green-collection-featuring-14-kempinski-hote/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-hotel-alliance-launches-green-collection-featuring-14-kempinski-hote/ The new Green Collection features nearly 200 hotels from GHA DISCOVERY’s global portfolio including 14 Kempinski Hotels Mon, 27 Mar 2023 06:29:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heathrows-sustainable-aviation-fuel-incentive-scheme-triples-use-in-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heathrows-sustainable-aviation-fuel-incentive-scheme-triples-use-in-2023/ Greener, cleaner jet fuel has become a hot commodity at Heathrow as the airport embarks on the second year of its Sustainable Aviation Fuel incentive scheme. Thu, 23 Feb 2023 07:29:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-launches-worlds-first-green-fares-for-sustainable-flying/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-group-launches-worlds-first-green-fares-for-sustainable-flying/ The Lufthansa Group is further expanding its portfolio of sustainable travel offers and will be the world’s first airline group to offer a new product for more climate-friendly flying from February 15, 2023: The Green Fares. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:11:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-expands-its-green-fares-europewide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swiss-expands-its-green-fares-europewide/ Following successful trials in Scandinavia, SWISS is expanding its ‘Green Fares’ programme throughout Europe together with the Lufthansa Group. With SWISS’s Green Fares, the offsetting of the carbon dioxide emissions generated by the customer’s air travel is included in the price. The new Green Fare option complements SWISS’s existing range of products in the sustainability field. Tue, 14 Feb 2023 08:23:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ellaidhoo-maldives-by-cinnamon-leads-the-way-in-sustainable-hospitality/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ellaidhoo-maldives-by-cinnamon-leads-the-way-in-sustainable-hospitality/ Sustainability has become the heart and soul of the hospitality industry and travel trade, especially with travellers being more concerned of the environment, climate change and well-being of local communities. Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:35:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-reports-record-low-carbon-emissions-for-2022-with-15.4-reduction-c/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-reports-record-low-carbon-emissions-for-2022-with-15.4-reduction-c/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally*, reports that its average carbon emissions for 2022 amounted to 55.2 grams per passenger/km, 15.4% lower than in 2021. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 06:09:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fitur-2023-focuses-on-the-future-of-sustainable-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fitur-2023-focuses-on-the-future-of-sustainable-tourism/ FITUR will measure its carbon footprint for the first time and incentivise sustainable participation with the Sustainable Stand Awards organised in collaboration with the Responsible Tourism Institute (ITR). Wed, 21 Dec 2022 05:29:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/learn-from-nature-and-save-co2/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/learn-from-nature-and-save-co2/ Lufthansa Group is the first airline group worldwide to equip aircraft with aerodynamic sharkskin film Sun, 18 Dec 2022 08:06:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-and-travalyst-team-up-to-help-consumers-calculate-their-carbon-footpri/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iata-and-travalyst-team-up-to-help-consumers-calculate-their-carbon-footpri/ The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Travalyst, have joined forces with the aim of providing consumers with a consistent, accurate and widely available calculation of their carbon footprint from air travel. Mon, 12 Dec 2022 07:07:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-and-fidelis-new-energy-sign-agreement-for-92-million-gallons-of-sus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-and-fidelis-new-energy-sign-agreement-for-92-million-gallons-of-sus/ JetBlue and Fidelis New Energy, have announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to provide JetBlue at least 92 million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Fidelis’ Grön Fuels GigaSystem™ at the Port of Greater Baton Rouge in Louisiana. Sun, 04 Dec 2022 08:25:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/five-sustainable-trends-to-look-out-for-in-the-middle-easts-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/five-sustainable-trends-to-look-out-for-in-the-middle-easts-travel-sector/ Sustainable progress within the Middle East’s travel, tourism and hospitality space is advancing rapidly, as the industry looks ahead to ATM 2023 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:44:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-invests-in-canadian-technology/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-invests-in-canadian-technology/ Air Canada today announced an equity investment/loan of $6.75 million into Canadian climate solutions company Carbon Engineering (CE). The investment supports the advancement of CE’s Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology that pulls carbon dioxide (CO2) directly out of the air at large, industrial scale. Sun, 20 Nov 2022 09:14:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-signs-glasgow-declaration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-signs-glasgow-declaration/ During this year’s COP27 in Egypt, Radisson Hotel Group, one of the leading international hospitality groups, reaffirms its strong commitment to sustainability by signing the Glasgow Declaration and encouraging other hospitality groups to join the call for strong actions to halve emissions over the next decade and reach Net Zero emissions as soon as possible before 2050. Sun, 20 Nov 2022 08:52:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/worlds-leading-green-hotel-2022-0-gaia-hotel-reserve-costa-rica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/worlds-leading-green-hotel-2022-0-gaia-hotel-reserve-costa-rica/ A luxury, boutique resort, located in Manuel Antonio Beach, Costa Rica, is a 5 star eco-friendly hotel. Enjoy a tropical luxurious getaway in a spectacular exotic location. This is Gaia. They have managed to achieve an ideal blend of modern amenities and natural scenery for their guests to enjoy. BTN caught up with this amazing resort to find out why they won this prestigious award. Sat, 19 Nov 2022 12:54:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-international-airport-goes-green/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/san-francisco-international-airport-goes-green/ The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) received multiple awards and honorable mentions from Airports Going Green® (AGG), the aviation industry’s leading forum on sustainability led by the Chicago Department of Aviation and co-hosted by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE). Sat, 19 Nov 2022 09:54:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-becomes-first-u.s.-airline-to-invest-in-biofuel-refinery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-becomes-first-u.s.-airline-to-invest-in-biofuel-refinery/ Yesterday, United Airlines Ventures (UAV) announced a strategic investment in NEXT Renewable Fuels (NEXT), which is permitting a flagship biofuel refinery in Port Westward, Oregon, with expected production beginning in 2026. NEXT is a Houston-based company developing the biorefinery which, at full production, could produce up to 50,000 barrels per day of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), renewable diesel, and other renewable fuels. Fri, 18 Nov 2022 06:33:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ryanair-becomes-first-airline-in-europe-to-sign-up-to-citis-new-sustainable/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ryanair-becomes-first-airline-in-europe-to-sign-up-to-citis-new-sustainable/ Ryanair, Europe’s largest airline, has partnered with Citi to become the first European airline to deposit funds in its new Sustainable Deposit Solution, which launched earlier this year. This will enable Ryanair to invest excess cash to support different sustainable financing projects across Citi’s portfolio, such as renewable energy, water conservation, healthcare and education in emerging markets. Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:40:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/customers-will-expect-sustainability-credentials-as-a-given/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/customers-will-expect-sustainability-credentials-as-a-given/ Tour operators need to step up and make a positive impact with their holidays if they want future customers to continue booking with them, says the boss of G Adventures. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 21:39:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-and-world-energy-collaborate-to-demonstrate-the-future-of-ne/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-and-world-energy-collaborate-to-demonstrate-the-future-of-ne/ Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has partnered with World Energy, a carbon-net-zero solutions provider, to operate the first Net-Zero flight powered entirely by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Book & Claim, delivering delegates to COP27 with zero emissions. Fri, 21 Oct 2022 06:20:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-world-travel-tourism-council-and-the-sustainable-hospitality-alliance-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-world-travel-tourism-council-and-the-sustainable-hospitality-alliance-a/ WTTC and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance aim to build a more sustainable, net positive, global hospitality industry Fri, 14 Oct 2022 07:08:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-ready-to-set-new-guinness-world-record-for-sea-garbage-clean-up/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thailand-ready-to-set-new-guinness-world-record-for-sea-garbage-clean-up/ The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to invite tourists to join in the ‘Go Green Active, a conservation diving activity breaking the world record’ event to be held at Phuket’s famous Patong Beach on 18-20 November, 2022, which will be an official Guinness World Records attempt. Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:51:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-makes-equity-investment-in-universal-hydrogen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/american-airlines-makes-equity-investment-in-universal-hydrogen/ American Airlines today announced its strategic equity investment in Universal Hydrogen Co., a company building a green hydrogen distribution and logistics network for aviation. The investment supports American’s science based targets to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2035, and ultimately its commitment to achieve net zero GHG emissions by 2050 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:30:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/honeywell-today-announced-a-new-innovative-ethanol-to-jet-fuel-etj-processi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/honeywell-today-announced-a-new-innovative-ethanol-to-jet-fuel-etj-processi/ Honeywell today announced a new, innovative ethanol-to-jet fuel (ETJ) processing technology that allows producers to convert corn-based, cellulosic, or sugar-based ethanol into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Depending on the type of ethanol feedstock used, jet fuel produced from Honeywell’s ethanol-to-jet fuel process can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80% on a total lifecycle basis, compared to petroleum-based jet fuel.1 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:13:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swissport-to-reduce-its-co2-emissions-by-at-least-42-percent-by-2032/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swissport-to-reduce-its-co2-emissions-by-at-least-42-percent-by-2032/ Swissport International AG has set extensive goals for the de-carbonization of its operations, waste management and circularity, and for diversity and inclusion among its people. Fri, 16 Sep 2022 06:13:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/have-tech-will-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/have-tech-will-travel/ In spite of rising inflation and falling 401Ks, consumers are pushing ahead with travel plans — at least for this summer. To make vacations work — and to work during vacations — many will also be looking for tech that will make that economy flight a little more comfortable and that Airbnb a little more like home. Tue, 23 Aug 2022 05:12:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-sustainable-tourism-in-south-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-sustainable-tourism-in-south-africa/ Visiting Durban for Africa’s Travel Indaba earlier this year, Sapphire Goss here weighs up the environmental impact of tourism and questions whether it can even be beneficial to local communities Tue, 28 May 2019 08:11:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/intercontinental-danang-sun-peninsula-resort-appoints-resident-zoologist/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/intercontinental-danang-sun-peninsula-resort-appoints-resident-zoologist/ Hidden within the myth-filled 4,439-hectare Son Tra Nature Reserve in Vietnam, also known to locals as Monkey Mountain, the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort is a one-of-a-kind hideaway surrounded by unspoilt nature, exotic wildlife and rich biodiversity. Fri, 26 Oct 2018 02:34:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-montagne-alternative-switzerland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-montagne-alternative-switzerland/ Montagne Alternative welcomes visitors to the beauty of centuries-old Alpine farm buildings that have been lovingly converted into modern living spaces. Sitting in the heart of the well-preserved mediaeval village of Commeire, this is a place for authentic tourism, a place that enables frequent contact with nature. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole visits to find out more. Mon, 12 Dec 2016 15:03:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2016-socially-responsible-comes-under-spotlight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2016-socially-responsible-comes-under-spotlight/ Socially responsible tourism is a major topic at ITB Berlin. In addition to the ITB CSR Day at the ITB Berlin Convention and the National Geographic World Legacy Awards, numerous events on sustainable tourism will be taking place in Hall 4.1. From March 9th-11th experts and exhibitors will be meeting in the Responsible Tourism and Adventure Hall for a unique symposium. Wed, 09 Mar 2016 05:51:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2015-socially-responsible-tourism-comes-under-spotlight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2015-socially-responsible-tourism-comes-under-spotlight/ Visitors to ITB Berlin can this year obtain inspiration for planning their next holidays in socially responsible ways. In Hall 4.1 more than 130 exhibitors from 40 countries will be presenting their latest adventure travel products as well as those supporting ecologically, economically and socially responsible tourism. Tue, 03 Mar 2015 15:30:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/addison-lee-reveals-plans-for-eco-friendly-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/addison-lee-reveals-plans-for-eco-friendly-fleet/ Addison Lee has unveiled plans for Addison Lee Eco – an entirely new division which will comprise London’s biggest eco-friendly passenger car service. With a fleet of 350 state-of-the-art hybrid vehicles, Addison Lee Eco represents a major step forward for the company, which prides itself on industry-leading environmental credentials. Fri, 27 Feb 2015 10:33:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-fresh-approach-to-ecotourism-in-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-fresh-approach-to-ecotourism-in-africa/ When Albert Ndereki first worked at Chobe Game Lodge in 1971, beers were a mere US$ 0.04 cents each and guests were expected to wear formal attire at dinner in the evening. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 20:45:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kamu-lodge-experience-bolsters-green-credentials/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kamu-lodge-experience-bolsters-green-credentials/ Three’s a crowd at the smallest and most sustainable bar in Laos, which opens in October 2014 at Kamu Lodge Experience on the verdant banks of the Mekong River. A 20-tent eco-lodge situated 30 kilometres upstream from Luang Prabang, Kamu Lodge is enhancing its guest experience with the addition of a new thatched-roof bar featuring unrivalled views of the caramel-coloured river and surrounding greenery with lounging space for two or three patrons. Thu, 21 Aug 2014 05:47:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominican-republics-exuberant-ecotourism-provides-countless-escapes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominican-republics-exuberant-ecotourism-provides-countless-escapes/ Dominican Republic is the Caribbean’s most bio-diverse country, with 25 percent of its lush land and pristine coastline protected as national parks, reserves and sanctuaries. With the creation of the Dominican Republic’s Marine Mammal Sanctuary for Humpback Whales in 1962, Dominican Republic has been a forerunner in environment and marine-oriented protections ensuring magnificent nature abounds. Wed, 23 Jan 2013 06:00:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sandals-links-with-panasonic-for-eco-village-in-caribbean/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sandals-links-with-panasonic-for-eco-village-in-caribbean/ In line with Sandals Resort’s dedication to remain a pioneer in environmentally-responsible hospitality, the company has partnered with Panasonic Corporation to unveil Jamaica’s first-ever eco-village resort. The brand – recognised as the Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand by the World Travel Awards - hopes the decision will transform the way hotels accommodate guests in the future. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:13:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-travellers-against-tourist-eco-tax-survey-reveals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-travellers-against-tourist-eco-tax-survey-reveals/ Despite the rise in eco-tourism and increasing concerns over our carbon footprint, it seems that we Brits are not prepared to pay a premium to help conserve the destinations we visit on holiday. Thu, 28 Jul 2011 15:45:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-initiative-for-low-carbon-travel-and-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-initiative-for-low-carbon-travel-and-tourism/ Offset Options is partnering with Greenearth.travel to help travel companies and travelers respond to climate change with an innovative, low-cost offset program. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 17:20:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/exotissimo-travel-lead-the-way-in-responsible-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/exotissimo-travel-lead-the-way-in-responsible-tourism/ Exo embrace the concept of sustainability within all actions taken. Examples include using eco friendly modes of transport wherever possible; taking biodegradable cleaning products on trips to remote areas and greatly emphasizing cultural exchanges. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:20:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/indaba-2011-preview-phantom-forest-eco-reserve/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/indaba-2011-preview-phantom-forest-eco-reserve/ The Phantom Forest Eco Reserve, on the southern Cape coast of South Africa, lies at the heart of the magnificent Garden Route. It possesses a very special magic, with endless views, shared only with an abundance of wildlife. BTN speaks to Managing Director, Kit Stewart, about why it was voted “Africa’s Leading Green Hotel” at the World Travel Awards. Wed, 04 May 2011 14:28:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-shift-of-gears-airport-transfer-operators-go-green/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-shift-of-gears-airport-transfer-operators-go-green/ Green Path Transfers (GPT), the newest subsidiary of the WHL Group, has launched as a global provider of eco-friendly airport and intercity transfers. Mon, 07 Mar 2011 11:49:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-to-begin-commercial-biofuel-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-to-begin-commercial-biofuel-flights/ Lufthansa has confirmed it will begin a six-month biofuel trial on scheduled commercial flights from April next year. In conjunction with the German national aviation research programme the flag-carrier will operate an Airbus A321 on the Hamburg-Frankfurt-Hamburg route for the duration of the trial. Tue, 30 Nov 2010 14:59:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tam-successfully-complete-first-biofuel-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tam-successfully-complete-first-biofuel-flight/ TAM Airlines has undertaken the first successful experimental flight in Latin America using aviation biofuel produced from the oil of the Jatropha curcas, a Brazilian vegetable biomass. The flight took place on the afternoon of 22 November and involved an Airbus A320 from its fleet, prefix PR-MHF, that normally has the capacity to transport up to 174 passengers in regular operation. Tue, 23 Nov 2010 09:39:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/expedia.com-welcomes-hilton-worldwide-into-the-green-hotel-program/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/expedia.com-welcomes-hilton-worldwide-into-the-green-hotel-program/ LightStay Platform Now Included in Expedia Listing of Eco-Friendly Hotels Thu, 12 Aug 2010 10:12:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelling-green-is-now-easier-thanks-to-popular-price-comparism-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelling-green-is-now-easier-thanks-to-popular-price-comparism-website/ Travellers can now be more aware of how much they impact the world as Fly.co.uk offers CO2 emissions information for each airline advertising flights on their website Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:16:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pack-a-lighter-suitcase-reduce-your-planes-carbon-footprint/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pack-a-lighter-suitcase-reduce-your-planes-carbon-footprint/ Making sure we’ve packed everything we need for our holiday can be a cause for much panic and it seems we are loading ourselves up unnecessarily in a desperate attempt to be prepared for any eventuality. Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:54:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flags-are-flying-on-algarves-beaches/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flags-are-flying-on-algarves-beaches/ Surpassing last year’s tally and proving the Algarve’s golden sands are now safer and cleaner than ever before, the beaches of the Algarve have been awarded 69 Blue Flags by the Eco-management and safety body Blue Flag. Thu, 20 May 2010 10:47:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eco-travel-neednt-cost-the-earth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eco-travel-neednt-cost-the-earth/ For a long time now eco travel has been a hot topic, hardly a surprise when one looks at the carbon footprints created by airlines and hotel chains. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:13:33 +0000