Sustainable focus drives bookings
Research conducted by Luxury Escapes late last year revealed that 52% of LE customers indicated they were planning to engage with culturally sensitive or eco travel in 2019.
In response, Luxury Escapes launched a week-long campaign championing 10 LE partners who have made a commitment to sustainability.
"We're seeing customer demand grow for more sustainable holiday options and we're thrilled to see some of the world’s biggest luxury accommodation providers making a real impact,” says Luxury Escapes CEO Cameron Holland.
The campaign was designed to bring attention to the efforts of these properties as well as educate the customer about sustainable travel, and was promoted via digital, radio, and PR.
“We saw a significant uplift on bookings for partners that were involved in The Conscious Collection Campaign, showing that there is truly an appetite for eco-friendly offers,” adds Cameron. “We’re excited about the results and will continue to explore ways Luxury Escapes can support partners going green.”
We’re proud to congratulate the partners who were part of The Conscious Collection:
Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley, New South Wales
Fusing high-end luxury with a quintessential Australian experience, this award-winning resort was the world’s first to gain an international carbon neutral status and aims to have zero waste to landfill by 2023.
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa
Find a new calibre of conscious luxury at the first Maldives resort to collaborate with EarthCheck. This untouched oasis effectively monitors their water, electricity and fuel usage daily; earning them a well-deserved Gold certification.
Meliá Bali, Indonesia
Being the first hotel in Asia to receive the EarthCheck Master for environment management and sustainability, this five-star resort provides an array of life-enriching and cultural programs, including activities for children.
mist at Cape Tribulation, Queensland
Nestled at the crossroads of two UNESCO World Heritage sites, this high-end boutique stay promotes eco-conscious travelling. Relying solely on solar power, guests are encouraged to minimise power usage and embrace the rainforest lifestyle.
Exotic Madagascar: A 10-Day Tour
Created exclusively by Luxury Escapes, this luxurious ten-day, small-group tour promotes eco-tourism, allowing you to discover the biodiversity of Ranomafana National Park, meet the locals of the small village of Ambatolampy and more.
Colourful Colombia: An 8-Day Tour
Created exclusively by Luxury Escapes, this luxurious eight-day, small-group tour encourages guests to discover the magnificence of Colombia through the discovery of local produce, support of the natural environment and acknowledgement of traditional communities.
Lelewatu Resort Sumba, Indonesia
A lesser known part of Indonesia, Sumba Island, is home to 27 luxurious villas that were built and designed with Sumbanese wood and local handwoven fabrics. Guests enjoy locally-sourced produce and have access to activities that pay tribute to the striking natural surrounds.
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection, Hawaii
Brought to you by the Autograph Collection Hotels, this coastal Hawaiian gem has over nine ongoing sustainability initiatives including recycling and waste reduction, energy and water conservation and farm-to-school efforts.
Tenuta di Capezzana, Tuscany
Paying homage to their Tuscan heritage, this charming, family-run winery and hotel urges guests to discover true Tuscan culture and tradition through locally-sourced produce, organic farming that respects the land, homemade wines and the promotion of local communities and an authentic Italian way of life.
Château de Massillan, France
A fine example of the fusion of luxury and respect for the natural environment, this high-end Chateau stay in the quaint French countryside is run by a geo-biologist and focuses on sustainability through initiatives such as solar-powered heating, ecologically-sourced wood, eco-smart water systems and the use of organic paints.
