Climate Hub

Welcome to Skift’s Climate Hub, where solutions-based journalism cuts through industry spin to spotlight real progress in travel sustainability. In partnership with Intrepid Travel, Skift’s editorial team will evaluate environmental claims, highlight meaningful advancements, and hold the travel sector accountable. This independent initiative brings rigorous reporting to the forefront and pushes the industry to meet the moment in the face of growing scrutiny from travelers and stakeholders alike.

Tourism

New Report: Marriott Bonvoy’s Ticket to Travel — Redefining Traveler Priorities for 2025

Rising demand for culturally rich and value-driven experiences defines the 2025 travel outlook. A new report from Marriott Bonvoy provides insights into the propensity to travel among consumers across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa and how brands can navigate trends to better connect with these consumers.

Marriott Bonvoy + Skift | 2 months ago

How Spanish Destinations Balance Tourism Growth and Sustainability

While becoming a popular destination may benefit local economies, overtourism also comes with environmental and cultural downsides. Spain’s various regions demonstrate unique ways to simultaneously inspire growth and prioritize sustainability, modeling the future of responsible tourism in one of the most visited regions in the world.

Turespaña + Skift | 2 months ago

What Is Regenerative Tourism? Debate Rages On

Many feel regenerative tourism has the potential to transform the industry. But the continued resistance to a clear definition or measurement criteria may hinder its potential.

Robin Gilbert-Jones | 2 months ago

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Tour Operators

Student Travel Player EF Partners With Thai Tourism on Responsible Travel Effort

It's relatively rare for a destination marketing organization like Thailand's to work with a tour operator to help create and promote more sustainably designed tours.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

Airlines

CO2 Setback as Emissions on UK-Japan Air Routes Surge by 21%

Everyone knows that flying between Europe and Japan takes longer than it used to, but the environmental impact can feel less defined. This fascinating new data quantifies the extra CO2 for re-routed flights.

Gordon Smith | 3 months ago

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Hotels

MGM Resorts Sees Healthy Vegas Demand Despite Heat Wave Hit, F1 Race Slowdown

MGM Resorts sees strong demand at its Las Vegas resorts continuing through year-end, despite minor performance hiccups in the third quarter.

Sean O'Neill | 3 months ago

Online Travel

Booking.com to Guide Hotels Toward Third-Party Sustainability Certifications

Booking.com is getting more assertive than its peers in giving hotels an assist in getting sustainability certifications.

Dennis Schaal | 3 months ago

Tourism

Hawaii Governor: Fewer Short-Term Rentals, More Climate Resilience and Sports Tourism

Governor Josh Green sat down with Skift about his vision for Hawaii and Maui's future. Green wants to see Hawaii have more sporting events, fewer short-term rentals, and a more resilient Maui

Dawit Habtemariam | 3 months ago

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Podcasts

Rental Supply Slows, Saudis' Chinese Push and Sustainable Travel Woes

Today's podcast looks at a slowdown in short-term rentals, a Saudi push for Chinese tourists, and why travelers don't prioritize sustainability.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 months ago

Tourism

Q&A: The Road to Responsible Tourism in High-Traffic Destinations

In a bid to tackle the challenges posed by an influx of tourists in 2023, Lanzarote is redefining its tourism strategy to prioritize sustainability. Turismo Lanzarote CEO Héctor Fernández Manchado shares his insights on the island’s initiatives to balance growth with environmental protection and future opportunities for responsible tourism.

Lanzarote Tourism Board + Skift | 3 months ago