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Find harmony in Bali with a sustainable, spiritual life concept

Thanks to a life concept taken from the Baliness community, 5 Accor hotels have received recognition of the prestigious Tri Hita Karana Tourism Awards.

Golden Buddha Beach Resort

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Thai hotel brand Dusit to be Green Globe Certified By 2010

The Dusit International brand is furthering its efforts in environmental protection by undergoing eco-benchmarking to receive independent proof of its environmental commitment and become Green Globe certified by 2010.

Thailand tourism hoping for a rebound

The Royal Thai Government is extending its visa fee waiving for an entire year in order to help revive the country’s travel and tourism industry in the wake of a number of global and local events that have led to a temporary decline in visitor arrivals.

New travel documentary scholarship to Vietnam from WorldNomads.com

The chance to have a documentary broadcast on the National Geographic Adventure Channel is a dream for most budding travel-filmmakers. Now, WorldNomads.com is looking to give someone that chance with a new travel documentary scholarship in Southeast Asia.

Lonely Planet travel guides go high-tech

Popular travel content provider Lonely Planet has partnered with NAVTEQ to provide a new, interactive travel guide for both Australia and New Zealand, with additional Asian cities to follow.

New eco tour operator Asia360 explores cultural travel in the Far East

Eco tour company Natural Habitat Adventures has announced the expansion of its operation with a tour company devoted to Asian travel – Asia360 – offering year-round, small-group departures and private custom adventures focused on the full spectrum of the Asia travel experience.

Wellness travel to the pristine Southern Islands of Japan

Insider travel experiences incorporating Japan’s culture of holistic well-being practices and a commitment to “travel off the beaten path” from Remote Lands’ Bespoke Wellness Journeys.

Alila Hotels goes Carbon Neutral

In coordination with The GreenAsia Group, a specialist in carbon management in Asia, eco-conscious Alila Hotels and Resorts will achieve carbon neutrality for its head office in Singapore by December 2008.

Tsunami relief funds redirected to Kerala tourism, Locals angry

Funds generated and intended for the relief of tsunami-affected communities in the southern Indian state of Kerala are getting re-allocated to develop tourism, prompting angry protests by local people. Kerala Tourism says developments will provide large-scale opportunity to local people, but tsunami survivors do not agree.