Green Tourism

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We’ve shared 5 ways your business can appeal to today’s sustainability-conscious traveller. According to Booking.com’s 2024 Sustainable Travel Report, sustainable experiences inspire positive change and add value to your business offering. New research in this year’s report reveals that among travellers who prioritise sustainability, sustainable experiences enhance their travel experiences. For example, 67% feel that witnessing sustainable practices while travelling inspires them to be more sustainable in their everyday life. #SustainableTourism #GreenTourism #Hospitality #Tourism #RespectProtectEnjoy

So pleased to be sponsoring the #sustainable business award at the The Scottish Excellence Awards celebating the highest standards of #ESG in businesses across #Scotland - nominations OPEN now - anyone can nominate any business (including their own) - Past winners & finalists, many of which are Green Tourism members, have included the gordon arms P&J Live EICC The Scottish Crannog Centre Visit Inverness Loch Ness Glen Mhor Hotel & Apartments RBH Sonas Hotel Collection Hickory Highland Coast Hotels Mercat Tours Ltd Michael Golding Gordon Morrison SSDAlliance Suzanne Cumiskey Chris Foy Marshall C. Dallas Victoria Erasmus Màiri Macdonald Calum Ross Marina Huggett FIH Scott Inglis Anne Gracie Gunn The Old Course St. Andrews The Real Mary King's Close Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Apex Hotels Heritage Portfolio David Cochrane MBE

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Our summer team day is always so important for us all at Green Tourism - it contributes to our wellbeing, catching up with colleagues, sharing company development plans and bonding over fun activities and friendly competition - this week we had a relaxed meeting at the beautifully designed, new exclusive-use venue Maud West End with delicious lunch of local food Our educational, interactive afternoon was at The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland #EdinburghZoo hearing about their new #solararray - 1 megawatt the biggest zoo installation in UK and now supplying 25% of their energy - followed by some great team building animal enrichment session and award presentations with everyone winning something Can’t wait for our Christmas Team Day if you have any suggestions just get in touch 👍 Ben Supple Susan Ireland Brian Galbraith Scott Maclean Diane Knight Lisa Wilson Euan Haggart Holly Morrison David McDonald, AIWFM, TechMCIWM Alistair Mclean Clare Wheeler-Kirk Fiona Mackintosh James Teideman Ollie Volland

It was lovely to be able to use the Connekt EV Charging whilst visit Cameron House, Loch Lomond, Scotland today to meet with ESG team and review their amazing progress over the past year as they work towards their #Gold Green Tourism certification thanks to top level commitment from resort director Michael Lavizani - check out all their sustainability initiatives on their website including carbon reductions, waste reduction, low impact activities, use of local food and suppliers and loads of wildlife / biodiversity projects and with new extension it is ideal for #greenmeetings https://lnkd.in/e62EWYuf They have also recently had #ESOS audits undertaken by mission : net zero to ensure their are compliant with legislation and identify energy saving opportunities “We recognise that the journey to being a truly sustainable business is a long one. To continue our shared success, we need to constantly monitor, review, and reassess our practices in view of more sustainable alternatives. Being a more sustainable and socially responsible business is our end goal.” Tim Henson David Edgar Euan Haggart Simon Catterick

The Green Tourism Award is one of the most rigorous and sought-after certifications in the industry. Businesses must undergo a comprehensive assessment covering a wide range of criteria, from energy and water conservation to community involvement and biodiversity efforts. We are proud to be working with The Port of Leith Distillery Lind & Lime Gin to gain their #gold rating placing the two distilleries among the top eco-friendly businesses in the region and receiving particular commendation for sustainability in business practices, proactive support for local charities and equality, diversity and inclusion

You qualify for fully funded Green Tourism membership! 🌍🌱 As a visitor economy business in the West Midlands Destination Development Partnership, you are eligible for an unmissable offer - a whole year’s membership of sector-leading sustainability certification, Green Tourism, FREE! Plus, you’ll get a 50% and 25% discount in the next two years. Find out more about the benefits of Green Tourism membership and apply to join 👉 https://bit.ly/4accax2

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What a great choice of venue to host this important meeting - we are proud to have Blenheim Palace as a Green Tourism #Gold as an outstanding example of how to achieve the highest standard of sustainability despite the challenge of an historic listed building Green Tourism can help you future proof your business - take our #greencheck Quiz to find out where you are on your #greenjourney https://lnkd.in/ebESzGDP Contact us by email [email protected] or ring us 01738 632162 to discuss how we can help you get certified and gain recognition for your sustainability commitments Dominic Hare Rachel McCaffery VisitEngland Stephen A Duncan Gordon Morrison Patricia Yates Michael Golding