Business and Sustainability News
Enjoy and learn about news and issues pertinent to the travel and tourism community here – especially those in the nature travel and the sustainability of the sector
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May 25
TOFT’s New Initiative for Heroes of the Forest !
The TOFT Forest Heroes Programme is a heartfelt initiative dedicated to recognising and supporting those who stand on the frontlines of human-wildlife conflict. These unsung heroes—forest guards, watchers, beat guards, and patrolling personnel—often risk their lives and livelihoods while protecting our forests and wildlife. Tragically, many of them become victims of the very conflict they strive to manage
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May 25
Traveling with Purpose: Insights from Booking.com’s 2025 Research
Booking.com's 2025 Travel & Sustainability Report reveals a substantial increase in tourist awareness concerning the wider impact of tourism on communities and the environment. For the first time, more than half of international travelers (53%) recognize the impact of tourism on communities, and 69% are determined to leave places better than they arrived.
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Mar 25
India’s Travel Operators for Tigers (TOFT) makes to Global Vision Awards 2025
Business News, News - Tigers News, News - TOFTigers News & Traveller Blog, News – Business and Sustainability News, TOFTigers News, Travel Blogs and News, Wildlife News
Tour Operators for Tigers (TOFT) has been recognized as a Sustainable Travel Innovator in the prestigious Travel + Leisure Global Vision Awards, honouring our pioneering work in eco-friendly tourism and conservation efforts in India & Nepal.
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Aug 23
How important is G20 Presidency for Indian Tourism
Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, will very soon welcome visitors with jungle safaris. The safari routes will be in Gopinatham, inside Cauvery WS, the birthplace of the infamous slain bandit Veerappan.
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Mar 23
Travelife & Toftigers to exhibit in GITB 2023
The Great Indian Travel Bazaar is India’s leading business networking platform for Inbound Tourism .GITB is organized by the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) .
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Nov 21
TOFTigers certified lodges received Booking.com Travel Sustainable Badge
TOFTigers with its sustainability criteria recognized by the GSTC, has been working with Booking.com and we are glad it’s showing results now.
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Mar 20
Indian Government’s relief for tourism enterprises – as at 27th March announcement
Indian Government's relief for tourism enterprises - as at 27th March announcement The Covid 19 pandemic, has caused untold hardship...
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Mar 20
LATEST TRAVEL NEWS IN INDIA
LATEST TRAVEL NEWS IN INDIA India has far fewer coronavirus cases than many other developed countries, but the country is...
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Nov 19
SATTE – Jan 8-10, 2020, India Expo Mart, Greater Noide, Delhi NCR
SATTE - Jan 8-10, 2020, India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR. See more details here
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Apr 19
Traveler Research Signals Increased Awareness, Interest in Responsible Tourism
Traveler Research Signals Increased Awareness, Interest in Responsible Tourism
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May 25
TOFT’s New Initiative for Heroes of the Forest !
The TOFT Forest Heroes Programme is a heartfelt initiative dedicated to recognising and supporting those who stand on the frontlines of human-wildlife conflict. These unsung heroes—forest guards, watchers, beat guards, and patrolling personnel—often risk their lives and livelihoods while protecting our forests and wildlife. Tragically, many of them become victims of the very conflict they strive to manage
Read More
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May 25
Traveling with Purpose: Insights from Booking.com’s 2025 Research
Booking.com's 2025 Travel & Sustainability Report reveals a substantial increase in tourist awareness concerning the wider impact of tourism on communities and the environment. For the first time, more than half of international travelers (53%) recognize the impact of tourism on communities, and 69% are determined to leave places better than they arrived.
Read More
27
Mar 25
India’s Travel Operators for Tigers (TOFT) makes to Global Vision Awards 2025
Business News, News - Tigers News, News - TOFTigers News & Traveller Blog, News – Business and Sustainability News, TOFTigers News, Travel Blogs and News, Wildlife News
Tour Operators for Tigers (TOFT) has been recognized as a Sustainable Travel Innovator in the prestigious Travel + Leisure Global Vision Awards, honouring our pioneering work in eco-friendly tourism and conservation efforts in India & Nepal.
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Feb 25
Restoring Sight, Renewing Lives: Kanha Eye Camp 2025
TOFT, in collaboration with Kanha Tiger Reserve and MGM Eye Institute, Raipur, organized the Kanha Eye Camp 2025 on February 21–22, across Mukki, Garhi, Kathiya, and Sijhora. This initiative provided free eye screenings, prescription glasses, and guidance to treatments to local communities who otherwise have limited healthcare access. Cataract surgeries will be facilitated for those who want to.
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Feb 25
Responsible Marketing: A Game-Changer for Sustainable Tourism
In today’s travel industry, sustainability is no longer just an expectation—it’s a necessity. As part of our mission to promote responsible tourism, we’re spotlighting Travelife’s "Responsible Marketing" online module—a powerful tool designed to help travel professionals seamlessly integrate sustainability into their business strategy, products, and overall brand communication.
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Feb 25
TOFT PUG & FOOTPRINT NOW Travalyst complaint!!!
TOFTigers, established in 2004 to support the Tiger Project, has spent the past two decades championing responsible tourism practices. Through relentless efforts, it successfully built a strong network of over 200 stakeholders, including accommodation providers, Indian travel agents, and international tour operators, all united by a shared commitment to sustainability.
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Sep 24
Travelife Online Training in South Asia: Equipping Travelife Coaches with world trends
Travelife conducted an intensive two-day training session in June for Travelife coaches in South Asia. The training session was facilitated by Mr. Robin Boustead, ESG Expert & Project Manager of Carmacal. This session aimed to provide participants with crucial knowledge and practical skills essential for sustainability in tourism.
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Jul 24
Promoting Sustainable Tourism: TOFT’s FAM Trip Highlights
In a quest to promote sustainable tourism amongst stakeholders, TOFTigers recently organized a FAM trip to Bori Wildlife Sanctuary and Satpura Tiger Reserve, held from June 8th to 12th, 2024.
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Jul 24
The ESG Implications in the World Today
Sustainability in tourism has evolved into a mandatory ethos shaping the industry's future. Central to this evolution is the concept of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, guiding businesses toward ethical and sustainable practices.
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Feb 24
Tadoba festival eyes tourism, conservation & local heritage
With the focus on conservation, tourism and heritage, the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR), one of the most popular tiger reserves in the country, will celebrate a three-day ‘Tadoba Festival’ from March 1 to 3.
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