"Quiet Escapes" Define Intentional Travel in 2026
"Quiet Escapes" Define Intentional Travel in 2026 Travel is changing, and the data is in: 2026 is shaping up to be the year of quiet escapes, ultra-personalized retreats, and a decisive return to slower, more intentional journeys. Drawing on data compiled by the world's leading hotel groups, travel firms, and trend forecasters, the industry is moving away from purely destination-focused lists and toward experiences shaped by algorithms and deep personal preference. Below are 10 trips that fit this trend to consider in the coming …
ACCOR JOIN GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY NETWORK, THE SUSTAINABLE HOSPITALITY ALLIANCE
ACCOR JOIN GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY NETWORK, THE SUSTAINABLE HOSPITALITY ALLIANCE - Since its creation in 1967, Accor has been a pioneer in developing sustainable travel experiences and investing in innovations to enable a positive hospitality experience with a reduced environmental impact. As part of its ongoing CSR strategy, in 2011 the Group identified 21 areas of business activity where significant improvements could be made and set policies for measurable actions and goals. These include targets around reducing energy and water consumption…
WHERE TO SEE KOALA IN NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
WHERE TO SEE KOALA IN NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA - From their fluffy ears to their paunchy pouches, koalas are one of the most adored critters on the planet - and around 20,000 of them are thought to call New South Wales home. Here's where to find these endearing marsupials happily at home among the gum trees — and how you can help them stay that way. Visit the famous Koala Hospital Just 4.5 hours north of Sydney on the NSW mid- North Coast , Port Macquarie is home to one of Australia's largest wild koala populations, as well as the …
TASMANIA TO BECOME A CARBON NEUTRAL DESTINATION BY 2025
TASMANIA TO BECOME A CARBON NEUTRAL DESTINATION BY 2025 - The Australian state is a genuine leader in responding to climate change and is one of only a handful of jurisdictions in the world to achieve 100 per cent self - sufficiency in clean, reliable and affordable renewable energy. It is leading Australia's transition to a low - emissions economy, with the state setting a target to double i ts renewable energy generation to 200 per cent of current needs by 2040. Rob Pennicott from Pennicott Wilderness Journeys and Chair of the …
4 WAYS TO GIVE BACK WHILE TRAVELING
Photo by Ishan @seefromthesky on Unsplash 4 WAYS TO GIVE BACK WHILE TRAVELING - Traveling is a superb way to open your mind and understand that not everyone has the same privileges as you do. With the increase in cheap air travel and social media, the travel industry was thriving before the pandemic struck. But, while traveling gives you the adventure of a lifetime, it shouldn’t be solely about you. Any traveler interested in ethical exploration should also consider how they can give back during their journey. Shop Local If you mak…
TOP IDEAS FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE VACATION
Photo by Marianela O.M on Unsplash TOP IDEAS FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE VACATION - 2020 has not been a good year for travel enthusiasts. As travel restrictions start to lift and resorts and others in the industry find ways to offer safe vacations, travel is starting to open up again for 2021. If you’ve missed out on your usual trips this year, then you might want to make up for it with an unforgettable vacation in 2021. But where should you do it? Book An Experience Vacation Instead of just booking your usual trip, and going sightseeing or…
LIVE “ELEPHANT IN THE ZOOM” EXPERIENCE SUPPORTS CONSERVATION EFFORTS AT ANANTARA GOLDEN TRIANGLE ELEPHANT CAMP & RESORT
LIVE “ELEPHANT IN THE ZOOM” EXPERIENCE SUPPORTS CONSERVATION EFFORTS AT ANANTARA GOLDEN TRIANGLE ELEPHANT CAMP & RESORT - Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort is bringing the perfect three-ton gift into homes around the globe this holiday season, but no freight shipping cost is required; only a donation. The world-renowned luxury resort and Asia’s premier elephant camp is partnering with the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation (GTAEF) to launch an inimitable holiday gift service that stars elephants in Zoom video c…
THE ANSWER TO MANAGING AUSTRALIA'S BUSHFIRE RISK COULD LIE IN TRADITIONAL ABORIGINAL PRACTICES
THE ANSWER TO MANAGING AUSTRALIA'S BUSHFIRE RISK COULD LIE IN TRADITIONAL ABORIGINAL PRACTICES - Australia's catastrophic bushfires during the summer of 2019/2020 wreaked havoc Down Under. More than six million hectares of land were burned across six states, leading to the loss of one billion animals. The event has boosted calls for a new approach to fire and land management. But rather than come up with a fresh strategy, Australia may only need to look to the past. Aboriginal people have used fire as a tool in the natural environment…
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK EXPERIENCES WITH LUX* TEA HORSE ROAD CHINA
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK EXPERIENCES WITH LUX* TEA HORSE ROAD CHINA - Deep in the mountainous northwest region of Yunnan, LUX* Tea Horse Road China had launched three additional retreats to complement the experiential journey to be had with the existing boutique hotels in Lijiang and Benzilan along the 1,300-year-old trade route. A fourth retreat is expected to open by 1 December 2020. A collection of unique retreats set against the backdrop of majestic mountain peaks, lush valleys, and deep gorges where the journey is the destination, each retr…
ORGANIC CERTIFICATION IN HOTELS: Green Pearls® MEMBER AT BIO HOTELS
Organic certification in hotels: Green Pearls® members at BIO HOTELS BIO HOTELS is a community of hotels that exclusively offer organically certified products. All hotels have committed to obeying strict guidelines and are subject to independent inspections. Among the Green Pearls ® partners are a number of BIO HOTELS members. We asked our organic hoteliers what motivated them to go the extra mile and switch to 100% organic. “ Only good things come out of Biohotel Sturm! Organic cuisine, natural garden, spa and wellness – here, everything i…
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