Guests have always wanted everything, although they have not necessarily wanted to pay for it. But is it different for sustainability? Are guests talking the talk but not walking the walk? Or are they now walking the walk? Globally, about four out of five travelers indicated they would like to stay in a hotel that practiced sustainability. So why aren't more guests staying in environmentally friendly hotels? READ MORE

This article discusses how to reduce your carbon footprint when selecting your next hotel carpet. Points to consider are the materials used, the processes and the result as well as how it will biodegrade. There is no magic solution, but hoteliers need to be mindful of the impact on the planet of their fabric choices. READ MORE

The modern traveler has new expectations for the social and environmental practices of the brands they support. This has created a substantial opportunity for the travel industry to not only attract business, but to do good in the process. We are witnessing an ECOrenaissance, whereby the time has come for all companies to step-up, create integrity around their sustainability efforts, and evaluate how they are regenerating the health of all living beings. READ MORE

Sustainable travel has become top of mind for major players in the industry as global travelers have become more attentive to the impact their decisions can have on the world. But it's the smaller players in remote destinations that can make the biggest strides in harnessing travel and tourism to positively impact the preservation of the environment and local communities. READ MORE

There are multiple ways hotels can work with their guests to combat extraordinarily high utility costs. A study conducted by the author, in conjunction with two colleagues, suggests that it's possible to engage guests in "the nudge," a time-tested method employed by utility companies to enlist the help of their customers to managing home heating/electrical and air conditioning costs. READ MORE