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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on January 19, 2025
To mark the beginning of 2025, the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance is releasing its latest podcast episode, "Reflections and Projections for 2025 – The Net Positive Hospitality Podcast," available now on Spotify. Alongside this, CEO Glenn Mandziuk shares his thought leadership, highlighting the achievements of 2024 and laying out an ambitious roadmap for the coming year.
Reflecting on 2024, Glenn emphasizes the industry's resilience and its strides in sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity.
Universal Sustainability KPIs: A milestone launch at COP29, these metrics provide a framework for measuring environmental performance, including greenhouse gas emissions and waste management.
Nature Positive Report: This collaborative guide offers actionable strategies to halt biodiversity loss, developed with UN Tourism and the World Travel and Tourism Council.
World Academy for Sustainable Hospitality: A groundbreaking platform, offering tailored sustainability training for hospitality professionals across all departments.
The first graduation of the Employability Programme in Egypt was a standout moment in 2024. By addressing barriers to workforce participation, this initiative empowered young women, showcasing the industry’s role in fostering equitable growth.
A bold leap in decarbonising food systems was achieved with the Decarbonising Hotel Food Systems report. This collaboration outlined the sector’s ability to cut 70 million metric tons of CO₂ annually through sustainable practices, paving the way for global impact.
Under the leadership of Chair Daniella Foster, the Alliance is steering its ambitious five-year strategy toward measurable outcomes. Key initiatives for 2025 include:
Releasing a comprehensive environmental guidebook and unveiling social KPIs.
Scaling the reach of the World Academy for Sustainable Hospitality to foster a global network of sustainability champions.
Strengthening partnerships to enhance inclusivity and sustainability in the hospitality industry.
As Glenn Mandziuk puts it, “Progress is only possible when we work together.” By uniting almost 30 new members and partners, the Alliance is driving meaningful change through shared commitment and collaboration.
The hospitality industry, long known for bringing people together, is now focused on doing so sustainably, ensuring a thriving future for all. As we step into 2025, the Alliance remains committed to its mission of creating a Net Positive Hospitality landscape.
Visit https://sustainablehospitalityalliance.org/ to learn more about the Alliance’s initiatives for 2025.
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Published on November 23, 2025
Antica Ceramica, known for its innovative approach to architectural surfaces, has launched a new collection of wall and floor tiles created specifically for cafés, restaurants, boutique hotels, lounges, and modern hospitality spaces. The collection focuses on meeting the evolving design expectations of the industry by combining global aesthetics with advanced material technology.
The tiles are crafted in the versatile 600 x 1200 mm size with a 10 mm thickness, offering convenience in installation and suitability for a wide range of layouts. Their durability makes them ideal for commercial spaces that require both visual appeal and long-lasting performance. They are designed to resist stains, handle heavy foot traffic, and maintain their finish over time.
The new collection includes a variety of design styles such as warm wood-inspired textures, luxurious stone looks, and intricate global motifs. These surfaces help designers create themed environments, from calm Mediterranean-style cafés to bold patterned restaurant floors and sophisticated bar backdrops. Each tile can be used individually or paired creatively to enhance zoning, ambience, and storytelling within a space.
The brand highlights how thoughtfully selected tiles can transform hospitality environments. Whether it is a café patio with geometric floors, a bistro with contrasting patterns, a cozy dining corner with textured 3D walls, or a bar setting enhanced by elongated block-style tiles, the collection offers design flexibility for every concept.
Speaking about the launch, Mr. Rahul Bhugra, Director of Antica Ceramica, said, "Design in the hospitality industry today is all about creating memorable spaces that resonate with people. Our new wall and floor tile collection is crafted for exactly that, helping designers and brands express identity, emotion, and experience through surfaces. Every tile in this collection is designed to elevate a space into something meaningful and unforgettable."
With this launch, Antica Ceramica strengthens its presence as a leader in contemporary architectural materials, offering solutions that support design-forward hospitality environments across India and beyond.
The collection is available at Antica Ceramica, 40 Raja Garden, Opp. Metro Pillar No. 371, New Delhi – 110015. More details can be found on their website.
Suba Hotels has announced that Comfort Inn Vindhyan in Mirzapur will open tomorrow (23rd November), bringing a new and refreshing hospitality experience to the city. Designed to offer comfort, warmth, and memorable stays, the hotel is ready to welcome both tourists and pilgrims visiting this culturally rich region.
Located close to the famous Maa Vindhyavasini Temple, the property is set to support Mirzapur’s growing traveller movement with its thoughtful amenities and inviting atmosphere. Guests can enjoy dining at Chahal Pahal Restaurant, which promises wholesome meals, and unwind at Bean Haven Café and Lounge, a relaxed space crafted for conversations and comfort.
With the opening of this new property, Suba Hotels adds yet another feather to its hat, continuing its commitment to delivering quality service and meaningful guest experiences across India. The group aims to make Comfort Inn Vindhyan a reliable stay choice for visitors seeking convenience and warm hospitality in Mirzapur.
Published on November 22, 2025
SaffronStays has opened Junglebrooke, a unique pet-first escape in Kolad, Maharashtra, set within the lush AMTM Kolad campus. Owned by Ganesh Nayak, the founder of Animals Matter To Me, the retreat is built as a space where strays are cared for with love and pets come first, while humans are welcomed as companions in their world. The property follows a simple philosophy — “Pets Over People”, creating a setting where animals live freely and travellers can unwind with them.
The retreat features eight thoughtfully designed cottages, eco-friendly interiors and recycled furniture sourced from Film City sets. Spread across an acre of green landscapes, Junglebrooke allows guests to stay close to a caring rescue ecosystem. Through guided tours, animal interactions, yoga sessions and reading corners set amid nature, visitors can slow down, reflect, and be part of meaningful moments that support animal welfare.
Every stay includes space for two guests along with one pet at no extra charge. Complimentary pet meals, pool access, yoga, karaoke and other experiences make it a relaxed escape for both pets and people. The retreat is home to a wide range of animals, from dogs and cats to cows, pigs, ducks, rabbits and geese, each now living a safe and peaceful life. A 10,000 square feet cage-free cattery offers a comforting environment for rescued cats, while the gaushala shelters gentle cows away from harm.
Junglebrooke paints an inviting picture for conscious travellers: mornings spent feeding a rescued calf, afternoons splashing in the infinity pool with your dog, and quiet evenings watching the sunset while your pet rests beside you. Surrounded by nature, guests can enjoy a holiday that not only rejuvenates but also contributes to a kinder world.
AMTM has long supported more than 400 rescued animals across Kolad and Mumbai, with help from philanthropists and industrialists like Nawshir Mirza, Cyrus Mistry and the Tata Group. Their support has strengthened the organisation’s rescue mission and helped expand its facilities.
“Junglebrooke is our way of giving a voice to the voiceless, those with paws, claws, wings, and whiskers. It’s built as a space where pets can truly be themselves, and humans are happy companions in their world. A place where dogs can run free, cats can nap under trees, and their people can unwind right alongside them. Every stay becomes a small step toward a kinder world for animals and for us,” said Devendra Parulekar, founder of SaffronStays.
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