Iniciativas Eco-responsables y RSE

🏖️ In the first half of 2024, EISI HOTEL undertook digitalization projects across 625 establishments, affecting 137,799 rooms globally. Spain's national market accounted for 22.45% of these projects, with the Balearic Islands leading at 38%, and other regions like the Canary Islands (12.76%), Valencia Community (9.69%), and Andalusia (7.65%) also showing significant growth. Specifically, 7,700 new rooms were digitalized in Valencia. A key focus was enhancing operational processes: 55% of efforts aimed at maintenance and housekeeping, benefiting over 1,000 employees. Compliance (25%) and public health (18%) investments reflected increasing guest wellbeing concerns. Sustainable project initiatives surged by 119%. Mexico and Brazil documented 11,386 digitalized rooms, marking significant international expansion.

💰 Artiem's charity initiative has raised 300,000 euros for Cáritas since starting three years ago, with a 100,000 euro increase this year. The "Habitación Solidaria" was initiated in June 2020 across their five hotels in Menorca, Asturias, and Madrid. Artiem, Europe's first B Corp certified hotel chain, is committed to sustainable prosperity and social impact, aiming to set new fundraising records.

🌎 Booking.com's "Sustainable Travel Report 2024" surveyed over 31,000 people from 34 countries, revealing 44% of Spaniards believe governments should do more to raise awareness about tourism's environmental impact. Despite 53% recognizing sustainable travel's importance, only 74% plan to travel sustainably in the next 12 months, motivated by doing the right thing (33%) or feeling guilty for less sustainable choices (46%). In contrast, 27% deny the severity of climate change, affecting travel decisions.

🌱 60% of Spanish companies forecast the implementation of ESG policies. Effective communication tools are essential in conveying sustainability initiatives, as emphasized by The White Rabbit agency. Laura Sali, CEO of the agency, highlights that sustainability messaging must be reflected across all platforms, including sustainability reports and social media campaigns. These reports offer transparent insight into a company's environmental and social performance. Events and conferences are also pivotal for sharing practices and fostering collaboration. Social media presence is crucial for inspiring change and promoting a responsible future, as per Agustina Chiaravalli, Marketing and Social Media Director at the agency.

✈ Leipzig Airport in Germany reopened at 12:30 PM yesterday after eco-activists from "Last Generation" occupied runways early in the day, using a strong adhesive to attach themselves. While one of two runways resumed operations by mid-morning, passenger flights faced delays. "Last Generation" protests Germany's lack of a fossil fuel exit plan, previously disrupting major hubs like Frankfurt Airport, one of Europe's top three busiest airports.

🏩 MarSenses Hotels & Homes, the only Balearic chain awarded the Great Place To Work certification in 2023, stands out for its high-trust culture, attracting and retaining talent. The company values corporate image and leadership, ensuring fair treatment regardless of sexual orientation, race, sex, or age. CEO Rodrigo Fitaroni emphasizes the positive impact of their decisions on employee experience. With over 450 staff, MarSenses prioritizes continuous improvement of working conditions, including a reduced 38.5-hour workweek, aiming for better business results.

🏖️ El Govern balear, mediante la Comisión del Impuesto del Turismo Sostenible (ITS), asignará 94 millones de euros en 2023 a 31 proyectos en las Baleares. Estos proyectos incluyen medio ambiente, patrimonio, formación y desestacionalización. Resaltan un Plan de Excelencia en Formación Turística (4.331.027 euros), un Plan estratégico profesional (3.367.211 euros), patrocinio de eventos (3.600.000 euros), promoción del patrimonio cultural (2.374.639 euros), y mejoras para el turismo deportivo y ferial (508.200 euros y 796.088 euros respectivamente).

🏖 José Ángel Preciados, CEO of Ilunion Hotels, reflects on their shared journey with Hosteltur, celebrating Hosteltur's 30 years of dedication to the tourism sector. Ilunion Hotels has embraced sustainability and aims to make a positive social impact. With the current tourism landscape profoundly changed, Preciados emphasizes that companies lacking a sustainable approach will be out of the game. He views the shift towards sustainability, innovation, and artificial intelligence as an opportunity for the tourism sector to evolve, ensuring that sustainability is core to every decision. Hosteltur has been a supportive partner throughout Ilunion Hotels' transformative journey.

✈ Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, during a Málaga meeting with over 150 hoteliers and collaboration from W2M, reveals plans to expand operations in Spain and strengthen their UK market leadership, especially on the Costa del Sol. New bases in Liverpool and Bournemouth will serve 75% of the population within a 90-minute drive. Heapy emphasizes growth in recent years and ambitious future plans, including a commitment to sustainability with the acquisition of new, less fuel-consuming and quieter aircraft.

🌊 Crystal Lagoons partners with Forty Management for a new artificial lagoon project in Sevilla, Spain, with no confirmed opening date. The PAL (Public Access Lagoons) project will feature a Caribbean atmosphere, a swimmable lagoon for water sports, residential units, a hotel, shops, and restaurants. Crystal Lagoons' PAL projects are lauded for reducing carbon footprint by 40% in tourism and transport by bringing beach life closer to home. The company is expanding across Europe with projects in Spain, Italy, France, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, and Hungary.