Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

💳 Adyen, a financial technology platform, conducted the Adyen Index Hospitality Report 2024 to study payment preferences among consumers and hoteliers. Findings include: 53% of consumers value payment options, 66% have a preferred payment method, and 49% would spend more with more choices. 71% of hotels recognize the importance of offering payment variety, 64% plan to accept more payment methods, 62% will offer international methods, and 67% of travelers consider free cancellation within 24-48 hours crucial. Concerns over fraud affect 68% of consumers, and 55% of hotels consider phone payments favored by guests, yet only 2% of customers prefer it. Payment issues, such as card denial or delayed charges, impact the likelihood of returning customers.

✈ British Airways commits over £9 million for a six-year carbon removal credits agreement. In Scotland, the airline sponsors a project capturing CO2 from whisky distilleries, utilizing it to produce construction materials. Also included are rock erosion prevention and reforestation projects. The director of sustainability, Carrie Harris, emphasizes the importance of such initiatives for stimulating the carbon removal market.

✈ Alessio Quaranta, Director General of Enac and President of Ecac, spoke at the Malaysia Aviation Safety Seminar 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, highlighting the link between safety, security, and sustainability goals. Quaranta emphasized the importance of an integrated approach to safety and sustainability for a responsible aviation future and the harmonization of rules to ensure no country is left behind.

💾 Confindustria awarded Grimaldi Group the "Bollino per l’Alternanza di Qualità" (BAQ) for the second consecutive year, recognizing their contribution to training new generations. The BAQ honors Pcto initiatives, fostering collaborations with high schools and professional training centers. Francesca Marino of Grimaldi Lines, proud of their seventh consecutive BAQ, stresses its significance in bridging education and work, promoting active citizenship, and enhancing cross-curricular skills and career guidance.

🏠 In the Bolognese hills, Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa is becoming a luxury tourism hotspot in Italy, offering 140 rooms and suites for leisure and business, including conference rooms and event spaces. Its VarSana Spa spans over 3,700 square meters, complemented by a three-hectare garden with an outdoor pool, and a unique dining experience in a converted royal train carriage. The resort emphasizes well-being, gastronomy, and culture, with Il Palazzo Restaurant highlighting local cuisine and sustainable practices.

🍽 Federalberghi Torino and Slow Food, with Consorzio Terre Reali del Piemonte, Booking Piemonte, and Somewhere, launched “La Torino del Gusto in Cabrio,” offering guided bus tours through Turin with tastings by the Maestri del Gusto. Aimed at promoting tourist attractions through local food excellence, the tours will debut at “Terra Madre Salone del Gusto” (September 26-30, Parco Dora) and continue monthly. Tourists can pair the experience with stays in Federalberghi Torino's associated hotels.

🏕 Environmental certifications are becoming critical in the hospitality industry, providing hotels with credibility and transparency, leading to significant savings and attracting eco-conscious customers. Well-known certifications include Green Key, EU Ecolabel, and LEED. To obtain these, hotels must conduct a detailed analysis, choose the right certification, and involve all staff in sustainable practices. Investment costs are often offset by operational efficiencies, and the certification timeline varies from a few months to over a year, requiring ongoing commitment. Effective communication strategies are crucial to promote a certified green hotel, enhancing its reputation and attracting sustainable tourism.

🌴 The story focuses on the NH Collection Venezia Grand Hotel Palazzo dei Dogi, highlighting its 2000 square meter garden in Venice. Raffaello Panariello, cluster general manager, discusses the importance of preserving the garden for its historical value rather than revenue. The garden is maintained by Laguna Fiorita, a social cooperative employing individuals with challenging backgrounds. The botanical supervisor, Livio Lorenzon, speaks about the complexities of garden care in Venice, such as the disposal of 50 cubic meters of leaves and the increased costs due to logistics. The garden boasts a 250-year-old bagolaro tree and rare plant species like schizophragma and Lamarque roses. The garden is also a habitat for a pair of great spotted woodpeckers.

🍷 Airbnb and the Heritage Association of the Prosecco Hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene have partnered to promote UNESCO's Prosecco Hills. Announced in Venice with Veneto Region Governor Luca Zaia, the partnership features an Accademia for hosts, the 'Narratori della Bellezza' project, and a dedicated website. The 'vineyards' category on Airbnb has seen a 400% growth in the past year. Airbnb is committed to promoting sustainable, diversified travel beyond Venice, highlighting rural areas like Prosecco Hills and the alpine locations of the upcoming Winter Olympics, for which Airbnb is a partner.

🏠 Opening on May 24, 2025, Das Gerstl Family Retreat, a luxury family hotel located at Lake Resia, becomes the 27th member of Familienhotels Südtirol. The hotel will feature 65 family suites and studios, most with lake views and furnished with natural, locally sourced sustainable materials. Das Gerstl upholds a 'short supply chain' philosophy, the 'Garanzia Gerstl r30,' focusing on products within 30 km. The Gerstl family is committed to sustainability, nature proximity, and high-quality family experiences, extending from culinary delights to wellness offerings at the Venosta Spa.