In this episode of EcoInsiders that we released in March 2024, we went on a learning journey inside the world of sustainable tourism and spoke with expert Sarah Habsburg. Boasting over two decades of experience, Sarah is a fervent advocate for responsible tourism, aiming to transform industry perspectives and practices. From her early travel inspirations across the Latin American continent and her journey to towards becoming a responsible tourism expert, she shared invaluable insights into making small and medium-sized hospitality businesses future-resilient.
Sarah outlined the critical role of education in combating over-tourism and the importance of customizing sustainability strategies to fit each unique business case.
Key Discussion Points:
Initiatives for sustainable tourism
Defining values and purpose in the hospitality sector
The synergy between education, marketing, and sustainability
Timestamped Outline:
[00:00] Introduction to Sarah Habsburg and the Episode
[03:55] Exploring Tourism, Climate Change, and Sustainability in Chile
[06:17] Discovering Sarah’s Moment of Inspiration
[09:33] Navigating Sustainability within the Hospitality Industry
[15:08] Educating Small Business on Sustainable Practices
[19:55] Marketing Sustainability and Stabilizing Business Costs
[24:21] The Importance of Business Values and Purpose
[30:15] Enhancing Customer Experience through Sustainability
[35:21] A Case Study
Recommended Resources
Magda Hotel, Vienna
Crystal Creek Meadows, Australia
Corporate sustainability reporting in the EU
Critical Questions in Sustainability and Hospitality
How to Create Sustainable Hospitality
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