Climate Hub

Welcome to Skift’s Climate Hub, where solutions-based journalism cuts through industry spin to spotlight real progress in travel sustainability. In partnership with Intrepid Travel, Skift’s editorial team will evaluate environmental claims, highlight meaningful advancements, and hold the travel sector accountable. This independent initiative brings rigorous reporting to the forefront and pushes the industry to meet the moment in the face of growing scrutiny from travelers and stakeholders alike.

A tour of people hiking through Morocco's Ait Benhaddou

Experiences

Intrepid to Open Eco-Lodges and Slash Flights, CEO Says

Intrepid, known for its small group adventures, is inching into providing accommodations with a new investment. It's also working to reduce its carbon footprint by slashing flights.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 2 years ago

Experiences

Contiki’s Gen Z Playbook for Tours: Small Groups and Fresh Destinations

Contiki's CEO, Adam Armstrong, is working to boost the company's technological offerings as the company spreads further into Africa, Latin America, and Asia.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 2 years ago

People walking on a frozen lake near the city of Tampere

Tourism

Finland’s Cities Lure Tourists With Promise of Sustainability

Tampere is only the latest Finnish city to market itself as eco-friendly, and there's definitely something to it. But a report published by the City of Helsinki found the Finnish tourism sector's emissions are 80% higher than the EU average.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 2 years ago

Tourism

Indian Travelers Looking at Airlines, Hotels to Boost Sustainability – India Report

Indians are being more mindful of the impact of their journeys on the environment – and it is changing the way they live their everyday lives, according to a report from Booking.com. We look at some of the steps the government and industry are taking in response.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 years ago

Tourism

Regenerative Tourism: What Is It? What Are the Challenges?

Skift's research shows that there are real developments taking place and that it is still early enough for savvy destinations and businesses to make their mark with innovative approaches to green travel under the regenerative banner.

Robin Gilbert-Jones | 2 years ago

Experiences

Scandinavia’s Tour Bookings Surge Amid Rising Global Temperatures

Online travel agencies report spikes in bookings for activities in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. Some places see a near doubling over last year. Are travelers seeking cooler climes as extreme heat increasingly plagues southern Europe?

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 2 years ago

Experiences

TUI Integrates Conservation Efforts Into Tours and Experiences

A new program is incorporating tours and experiences from TUI Musement into the Foundation's charity efforts.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 2 years ago

Podcasts

The Evolution of Sustainable Travel

In this episode of Skift Travel Spotlight podcast, Skift speaks with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance at ITB Berlin about the power of innovation and education to build a more sustainable future.

Saudi Tourism Authority + Skift | 2 years ago

Alaska Airlines Wants Flyers to Buy Sustainable Fuel Credits — Will It Work?

Alaska Airlines is letting customers purchase sustainable aviation fuel credits to offset the carbon footprint of their flights. These will go toward Alaska’s investments in developing and scaling SAFs.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 years ago

Experiences

Dubai’s Extreme Weather: Travel Firms Face Higher Costs

Dubai's floods seemed freakish. But the climate emergency could make weather more volatile in other places, too. Expect rising costs for insurance, disaster preparedness, and recovery.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 2 years ago