W Maldives was awarded its first Green Globe certification at the end of 2025, a recognition that reinforces the resort’s long-standing dedication to sustainability. The achievement reflects the team’s hard work in building smarter, more responsible systems that support both exceptional guest experiences and the natural environment that surround the island.

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives was successfully awarded its first Green Globe certification in December 2025, following a comprehensive independent audit completed after a focused six-month program. The resort achieved an impressive 86% compliance score, marking a significant milestone in its sustainability journey.

Exemplary destinations are not defined only by beautiful landscapes, high-end hotels, or memorable attractions. They are defined by the standards a place sets for how it treats life—human and non-human—and by how consistently those standards are protected as tourism grows. In that sense, the most credible starting point for destination excellence is simple and visible: becoming a cruelty-free destination, where stray dogs and cats and other animals are treated humanely, and where structured programs for assistance, adoption, veterinary care, vaccination, and sterilization are not occasional charity, but a permanent part of destination governance.

The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives was awarded its inaugural Green Globe certification in December 2025, recognizing the resort’s overarching dedication to sustainable operations and management. Located in the Raa Atoll, the luxury beach resort offers guests the perfect combination of a spectacular tropical villa lifestyle and eco-conscious comforts.

In partnership with Khao Nang Phanthurat Forest Park’s Seed Bomb Project, U Hua Hin has launched a year-long initiative aimed at restoring local ecosystems and engaging the community in environmental stewardship. Hotel staff, guests, and local volunteers are invited to participate in making seed bombs. Sling shots are then used to shoot the seeds deep into tropical rainforest undergrowth.

The Hamburg Tourist Board (HTB) was recently awarded Green Globe Gold certification, marking five consecutive years of certification. This important milestone recognises HTB’s ongoing commitment to advancing sustainable tourism throughout the Hamburg Metropolitan Region.

Green Globe Certification has awarded Castle Hot Springs Resort its inaugural certification. Located in the remote Arizona desert, Castle Hot Springs faces unique conditions for sustainable resource management and has the rare opportunity to closely study how its operations interact with local water cycles and desert ecosystems. This includes understanding how the springs’ distinctive mineral composition supports and influences the surrounding natural environment.

The property’s Green Globe certification process marked a transformative milestone, characterized by in-depth reflection on daily operations and the implementation of concrete, high-impact sustainability actions. Attaining the certification was notably driven by the hotel’s dynamic next-generation team, whose enthusiasm and leadership were central to the project’s success.

Villa Dubrovnik has been awarded Green Globe Gold certification, acknowledging five consecutive years of continued improvement in its sustainable management and operations. Perched up high on a cliff, the small luxury boutique hotel offers an exclusive view of Lokrum Island, Dubrovnik Old Town and the beautiful turquoise Adriatic Sea.

Last month in November, it was announced by the Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) that Curtain Bluff had been awarded the prestigious Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) Environmental Sustainability Award at the 2025 Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) in Barbados.

Mövenpick Hotel Waad Al Shamal’s range of sustainability milestones underscore its commitment to environmental responsibility, operational excellence, and community engagement in alignment with Accor’s Planet 21 program and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 sustainability goals. Comprehensive green measures are designed to minimize environmental impact while enriching the guest experience.

Green Globe Certification has awarded Grand Hotel Chicago its inaugural certification. The four-star hotel in Paris is one of the first properties within the Hotels en Ville group to receive the prestigious certification. This achievement affirms the hotel’s long-standing commitment to responsible operations, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement across all aspects of its business.

On October 18, 2025, Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort proudly marked its 25th anniversary, celebrating a quarter century as a pioneer in regenerative hospitality, a philosophy that goes beyond sustainability to actively restore and enrich both the environment and local communities.

Green Globe has awarded 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai its inaugural certification. Long before embarking on its Green Globe certification journey, 137 Pillars House had already established responsible purchasing and recycling practices. However, Green Globe Certification’s comprehensive framework has since transformed the property’s approach into a holistic, system-wide commitment.

Part of U Hotels & Resorts, U Inchantree Kanchanaburi, proudly announces its inaugural Green Globe certification, a globally recognized standard for sustainable hospitality. Nestled by the River Kwai, U Inchantree Kanchanaburi invites guests to join its journey toward a greener future. The hotel has established a range of environmental, social and cultural heritage programs.

Swissôtel Clark Philippines has been awarded its inaugural Green Globe certification. The contemporary five-star hotel is located in the heart of Clark Freeport Zone, the bustling centre of economic and tourism development in Pampanga in Central Luzon. To promote energy conservation, a smart, innovative energy saving Room Automation system has been implemented in all 372 guest rooms.

Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa, a 47-room five-star boutique hotel in France’s Champagne region, has been awarded Green Globe certification. Royal Champagne is committed to reducing its environmental footprint while preserving the cultural heritage of France’s Champagne region, which marks its 10th anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2025.

Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok’s mission is to fully integrate sustainability into every aspect of its operations, creating a harmonious balance between exceptional hospitality and responsible stewardship of our precious planet. The hotel’s CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives include an array of impactful community programs that benefit young people and local residents.