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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Hindustan Times
World Environment Day 2025: How Indians are embracing sustainable tourism, top 10 destinations for eco-friendly stays
World Environment Day 2025: Whether you are a mountain or beach person, travelling adds a little magic to life, but it should not be at the cost of our planet. Travel is no longer just about ticking off bucket lists or collecting souvenirs. Step back to look at the bigger picture, from increased plastic use to carbon emissions from planes and cars, there's a much darker side to your beloved trips that weighs down on the environment. On June 5, World Environment Day is observed annually. The theme this year is 'Putting an End to Plastic Pollution.' This theme couldn't be more apt and relevant to travel. Tourist destinations see a lot of plastic litter, from single-use plastic bottles to packaging of chips and biscuits, strewn everywhere. The ecosystems of these places suffer from this littering - beaches, forests, hiking trails, name it, and you will find trash sadly scattered around, marring the beauty of the landscape and affecting the flora and fauna. Giving travel a complete 'eco-makeover' is the need of the hour. But all hope is not lost, as it has already started, showcasing a rising consciousness for sustainability, which is prompting a shift towards responsible tourism with eco-friendly habits. the online travel agency, released its 10th edition of the Travel & Sustainability Report 2025, revealing some encouraging trends among Indian travellers who are making eco-friendly choices to reduce their carbon footprint, from reducing waste to opting for greener transport. ALSO READ: What is conscious tourism? Know about this eco-friendly travel trend Travel & Sustainability Report 2025 identified some key trends that indicate Indian travellers are embracing sustainable practices on their gateways. Here are some of the stats that demonstrate the trend, as shared by the report: Moreover, even in their booking preferences, travellers are choosing to go sustainable. The growing consciousness of sustainable tourism is making travellers actively filter places, choosing greener alternatives. Here are some trends, as per the stats of the report: Sustainable stays are rising, becoming a popular choice among travellers who are keen to stay in eco-friendly places. These stays are rooted in local communities and focus on sustainability through energy-efficient systems like solar power, water conservation, waste recycling and more. report identified 10 Indian destinations and 10 global locations that have a booming share of eco-friendly accommodations. These destinations were selected for having the highest percentage of overall properties with an independent third-party sustainability certification. Here are the destinations as per the report: Kanha, Madhya Pradesh Winnipeg, Canada Khawasa, Madhya Pradesh Den Haag, Netherlands Panaji, Goa Hamburg, Germany Agra, Uttar Pradesh Ankara, Turkey Jodhpur, Rajasthan Geneva, Switzerland Hyderabad, Telangana Aarhus, Denmark Candolim, Goa Puebla, Mexico Bengaluru, Karnataka Newcastle, United Kingdom Mumbai, Maharashtra Seoul, South Korea Pune, Maharashtra Roanoke, United States
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Majority of Indian Travellers Embrace Sustainable Tourism in 2025, ET TravelWorld
Advt By , ETTravelWorld Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Download ETTravelWorld App Get Realtime updates Save your favourite articles Scan to download App With sustainability rising as a central theme in global travel behaviour, latest Travel & Sustainability Report 2025 highlights a strong shift among Indian travellers towards more responsible tourism. Published ahead of World Environment Day, the 10th annual edition draws on insights from over 32,000 travellers across 34 countries, including to the report, 87 per cent of Indian travellers intend to travel more sustainably over the next year, emphasising habits such as waste reduction, greener modes of transport , and minimising energy consumption. About 52 per cent aim to use more eco-friendly transportation, 51 per cent plan to reduce waste, and 50 per cent are focused on conserving energy, while 45 per cent are also conscious of water usage during is also increasing sensitivity around food and wildlife impact. Nearly half (49 per cent ) of Indian travellers say they prefer sustainable accommodations, while 48 per cent intend to avoid wildlife-harming activities. Another 49 per cent are actively considering more mindful food now appears to be an expectation rather than a preference. data shows that 75 per cent of Indian travellers would like to filter tours and activities based on sustainability, followed by 74 per cent for stays, 72 per cent for car rentals, and 69 per cent for flights. However, while 61 per cent feel certified sustainable options may be more expensive, many are still likely to opt for them when clearly report also lists top Indian and global destinations offering credible third-party sustainability certifications, suggesting a rising demand for eco-verified travel Santosh Kumar, Country Manager for India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Indonesia at said, 'Indian travellers are demonstrating a clear and growing commitment to sustainable travel — not just in their intentions, but in their actions. From opting for greener transport and reducing waste, to actively seeking accommodations with credible sustainability credentials, Indians today are looking to make a meaningful difference.'
