Recent content by BobG

We definitely introduce guests to one another, at our weekly pizza party where guests get to meet up and we all make pizza together (not this year of course) - taking it in turns to roll out the dough, top it with ingredients, cook it in the outdoor pizza bread oven and share it with fellow...

Anyone going to be at the Shortyz Awards in London on 18th May or the Short Stay Summit the follow day? or the Scale Rentals conference in Barcelona on 26th May? Let’s connect and see you there.

Just listened to this podcast and what a wonderful example of a huge company trying to do the right thing with the triple bottom line - People, Planet and Profit. Sykes Cottages are one of the biggest VR businesses in the world and Graham Donoghue realises that this gives them a lot of...

Great thread @Matt Landau I think that we have all probably missed in-person conferences- they really are a superb way to connect, learn and share with like minded professionals. I would like to give a shout out to the Vacation Rental World Summit cc @Antonio -- and The Book Direct Show. Both...

@Matt Landau what a load of amazing takeaways, looks like us Europeans really missed an amazing conference. Of course it is interesting and yet not surprising that the environment was one of the biggies. So true what Daniel Cruz said it is worth repeating 'guests will never NOT book a home...

Building on my post above about Google travel listings now we have an interesting development on flights. Check out Google Flights planner. You can see the carbon emission per passenger per flight. Helps you and your guests build more environmental sustainability into your travel. Technology...

Interesting and very welcome to see the latest and highly significant development in eco-badging of accommodation. Google have announced a ramping up of their Google travel listings by badging hotels that have accredited environmental standards. I expect VRs will follow soon. Google have also...

Superb and because of his ethos I always buy such products from Patagonia rather than any of his competitors. Doing the right thing for the employees and the environment IS good for business too! Find your ethos, develop it, think about it - let it marinade until you have it just at the right...

@JPrugh as always you make some excellent points and there isn't much to disagree with there. I guess as I talk to hosts and VR professional about this topic it soon becomes clear which are the people who want to really make a difference (even if they don't know where to start or need to start...

The latest research from Booking .com makes for compelling reading if you are interested in sustainability in our industry. Sustainability both for the environment and the future success of YOUR business. In summary 83% of global travelers think sustainable travel is vital, with 61% saying...

I would add that a professional in our industry is also mindful of three elements - People, Place and Planet. People - you are respectful, supportive and attentive to your guests, staff and suppliers. Place - you care about your community and you do the right thing for your neighbourhood Planet...

Nice work @SScurlock I think you make a good point that probably applies to many hosts, you don't realise all the eco-friendly things that you already do until you make that list and start talking to your guests about them. I watched your interview too - great job!

The confluence of: the increasing survey data on travellers expectation for a more sustainable stay the profile of eco-stays in the mainstream press the forthcoming regulation which will force changes on hosts the issue of the climate crisis becoming daily news are all combining to create...

What a fabulous place, right up my street. Excellent presentation and design with the right tone IMO. It reminds me very much of where I stayed in Puerto Rico 5 years ago. The Dreamcatcher has a similar holistic approach of style and a focus on health and well-being. Veggie/vegan food, yoga...

Thanks to all of you that have joined Tourism Declares, it is great to see so many insightful green thinkers in the IC. If anybody else has it on their to-do list please just PM me and I will help you. Super easy of course and it sends a very powerful message to all your potential clients out there.