INCREASING DEMAND FOR SUSTAINABLE STAYS
Millennials aged 26 to 41 Make up a quarter of the population and are the most frequent travelers to date. This is an influential group who combined with the younger Gen-Z generation make up $3 trillion of spending power. This group made up 60% of AirBNB reservations in 2016 (shorttermsage, 2022). It is imperative to appeal to this group. This group shamelessly values, socially & environmentally businesses, unique & immersive experiences and tech features.
Making Travel More Sustainable
Plastic is Old News
Who wants to go on a beach vacation and see trash…specifically single use plastic all over? Removing single use items is one simple, yet vital step to do our part within our accommodations. Here are two large ways to reduce the plastic waste that your company puts into the world.
- Evaluate the products that you offer. Remove single use products such as toiletries, dining materials like cups, utensils, plates, coffee pods.
- Purchase bulk cleaning supplies and toiletries that allow for refills in reusable containers.
“WHAT HUMANS DO OVER THE NEXT 50 YEARS WILL DETERMINE THE FATE OF ALL LIFE ON THE PLANET.”
— Sir David Attenborough
IN THE NEWS
TEMPERATURES ARE RISING
Earth’s global average surface temperature in 2020 statistically tied with 2016 as the hottest year on record, continuing a long-term warming trend due to human activities.
https://climate.nasa.gov/vital-signs/global-temperature/
