Sustainable hotel brand recognized as a changemaker in the travel industry for its efforts in protecting communities and environments around the world
NEW YORK, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Beyond Green, a curated portfolio of planet Earth's most sustainable hotels, resorts, and lodges, has earned the prestigious distinction of being named an honoree in the Travel + Leisure 2023 Global Vision Awards. These revered awards celebrate innovators that are leading the world to a more sustainable, inclusive future by taking actionable, quantifiable steps to protect communities and environments around the world.
To arrive at this year's list of 25 honorees, nominations were sourced from an esteemed panel of industry leaders and experts across the travel, hospitality, retail and non-profit sectors, along with Travel + Leisure editors and correspondents. The final winner selections were made by Travel + Leisure editors, noting that the individuals, companies, and collectives spotlighted within this year's awards list prove that a brighter future is possible when ingenuity and purpose are paired with grit and action.
"We launched Beyond Green in 2021 as an antidote to greenwashing, with a mission to connect travelers with vetted accommodations that support the places and communities they are visiting," said Lindsey Ueberroth, Chief Executive Officer of Beyond Green. "We must work collaboratively to help address the global climate crisis and support the wellbeing of our planet and its people, and it is a true honor to see and be listed among such a diverse, dynamic group of leaders creating responsible travel products and experiences that will truly make the difference. We are committed and excited to keep pushing the boundaries of intentional tourism alongside this progressive group, and everyone else who is rallying together to make travel a force for good."
Working together with an accomplished group of hospitality leaders, Beyond Green was established as a brand that represents sustainability leadership in action and impact, based upon three core pillars: nature, culture, and community. With a current portfolio of 31 properties across 18 countries, all members are subject to a rigorous vetting process, based on globally recognized sustainable tourism standards and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Every two years, members must undergo an on-site evaluation, based upon more than 50 sustainability indicators.
Beyond Green members scale their positive impact through environmentally friendly practices, support for the protection of natural and cultural heritage, and by contributing to the social and economic wellbeing of local communities in destinations around the world. All Beyond Green members have eliminated single-use plastic water bottles on property, actively work to reduce their carbon footprint, and employ a variety of leadership initiatives that support climate action, protect biodiversity, celebrate local traditions, and empower community partners.
As the portfolio consciously grows, Beyond Green strives to represent a diversity of hotels that demonstrate impact in action across a wide variety of environments, whether they be urban or rural and across land or sea. To explore or book a stay at any property represented by Beyond Green, or to learn more about what each member is doing to transform the world of travel, visit StayBeyondGreen.com.
For more information on methodology and to view the complete list of Global Vision Award winners, please visit Travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/responsible-travel/global-vision-awards. The awards will also be featured in the April issue of Travel + Leisure.
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