Lengishu, the luxury Kenyan safari home and esteemed member of the environmental membership organisation, The Long Run, is one of only twelve properties worldwide to have achieved Global Ecosphere Retreat® (GER®) status, recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. Members of The Long Run organisation diligently work towards gaining GER® status, considered the gold standard in sustainability audits for the hospitality industry. They adhere to the charity’s sustainability standards, focusing on the 4Cs: Conservation, Community, Culture, and Commerce. Lengishu’s steadfast commitment to responsible tourism, particularly in protecting the surrounding wilderness and environment and local community education, has earned them global recognition within the community of the membership organisation The Long Run and beyond. Lengishu’s distinction is underscored by the exclusive nature of its achievement. Notably, no other private houses have garnered the esteemed GER® accreditation, amplifying Lengishu’s exceptional standing within the industry. This accolade not only sets them apart but also solidifies their position as trailblazers in the realm of sustainable luxury accommodations. It reflects the house’s unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible tourism, elevating Lengishu to a unique echelon where luxury seamlessly intertwines with conscientious conservation practices. Anne-Kathrin Zschiegner, Executive Director for The Long Run comments: “We’re delighted to welcome another property on Borana Conservancy to the Global Ecosphere Retreat fold. It has been inspiring to watch the whole Lengishu team grow more committed and experienced in implementing the 4Cs since they joined The Long Run in 2020. Congratulations to them all!”
Global Hotel Dealmaking Is Expected to Boom
23.01.2024 - 16:11 / skift.com / Dennis Schaal / Rashaad Jorden / Sean Oneill
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Global hotel dealmaking is expected to make a major rebound in 2024 thanks to a more positive financing environment, reports Senior Hospitality Editor Sean O’Neill.
At least $58 billion in hotel deals are set to take place this year, according to investment advisory firm JLL Hotels & Hospitality. That would surpass 2023’s total by at least 15%. JLL believes one reason for the increased dealmaking is that struggling hotel owners are looking for buyers to take problem properties off their hands.
The company expects hotels in major cities like London, Paris, and New York to see the most investor interest.
Next, Google is planning to change how it displays flight search results in European Union countries. But eDreams Odigeo, a major flights seller, argues Google’s plan isn’t going far enough to let rivals compete, reports Executive Editor Dennis Schaal.
Spain-based eDreams Odigeo said Google’s plan will allow it to favor Google Flights over competing flight-selling services. Google is under orders from the European Union to increase competition in the travel retail sector.
The tech giant said it plans to add new dedicated units that contain links from competitors, among other changes.
Finally, the Federal Aviation Administration is asking airlines to inspect the door plugs on more Boeing jets, another blow for the beleaguered planemaker, writes Airlines Reporter Meghna Maharishi.
The agency said in a safety alert the Boeing 737-900ER has an identical door plug design to one on the Boeing 737 Max 9. The 737 Max 9 has been grounded since a blowout aboard an Alaska Airlines flight earlier this month. Alaska, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines all operate the 737-900ER.
However, the three airlines have said they don’t expect the inspections to impact their operations.
Lengishu Has Been Awarded Global Ecosphere Retreat® Status
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