Leading the Way in Sustainable Tourism and
Climate Action
VICTORIA, BC, July 9, 2024
/CNW/ - The Parkside Hotel & Spa announced today that it
has become a signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action
in Tourism. This significant milestone marks The Parkside Hotel
& Spa's unwavering commitment to aligning its operations with
global scientific recommendations and international agreements to
combat climate change.
The Glasgow Declaration is a unified call to action for all
stakeholders within the travel and tourism sector to address the
urgent need for climate action collaboratively. It encourages a
shared commitment to reducing emissions in tourism by at least 50%
over the next decade and achieving Net Zero as soon as possible
before 2050.
By signing the Glasgow Declaration, The Parkside Hotel & Spa
joins a global network of tourism leaders dedicated to a shared
vision of climate action. The hotel will develop and implement
climate action plans within 12 months, aligned with the five
pathways of the Declaration—Measure, Decarbonize, Regenerate,
Collaborate and Finance. Additionally, the hotel will ensure
transparency and accountability by publicly reporting progress
annually while fostering a collaborative spirit, working with other
signatories to share best practices, solutions and information to
accelerate the tourism sector's response to the climate
emergency.
"The Parkside Hotel & Spa is honoured to join the Glasgow
Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism," said General Manager
Trina White. "This commitment
reflects our dedication to sustainable practices and our belief in
the collective power of the tourism sector to drive meaningful
change. We are excited to collaborate with our peers to achieve a
sustainable future."
ABOUT THE PARKSIDE HOTEL
& SPA
The Parkside Hotel & Spa is dedicated to
promoting a sustainable urban way of life, actively seeking and
implementing eco-friendly measures to improve the guest experience
while striving to minimize the property's environmental
footprint.
As a carbon-neutral, all-suite hotel, accommodations at The
Parkside feature fully equipped
kitchens and kitchenettes, washers and dryers, private balconies,
gas fireplaces, separate sleeping areas and plenty of space to
relax and unwind. Amenities include various meeting and event
spaces, a wellness centre (featuring an onsite spa, 25-metre indoor
pool, hot tub, and fitness centre), a private movie theatre, a
rooftop patio with fire pits, along with Tre Fantastico Bistro.
Uniquely Parkside—and fondly referred to as the hotel's heart—the
atrium is home to hundreds of plant species and koi.
The Parkside Hotel & Spa is a member of the Beyond Green
collection. Learn more by visiting
www.parksidevictoria.com.
ABOUT BEYOND GREEN
Guided by a passion for embracing
travel as a force for good, Beyond Green is a global portfolio of
planet Earth's most sustainable hotels. To create a more purposeful
way to explore the world where good guests meet good hosts, Beyond
Green has curated a unique portfolio of hotels, resorts, and lodges
based on their commitment to delivering on the three pillars of
sustainable tourism: environmentally friendly practices that go
beyond the basics; protection of natural and cultural heritage; and
contribution to the social and economic wellbeing of local
communities. To be considered for membership in Beyond Green, a
property is vetted according to more than 50 sustainability
indicators that align with global sustainable tourism standards and
the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Owned and
operated by Preferred Travel Group – the family-owned company that
manages and operates other hospitality brands, including Preferred
Hotels & Resorts, Historic Hotels of America, and Historic
Hotels Worldwide – Beyond Green ushers in a new way to experience
genuine hospitality by the people for the planet. For more
information, visit www.StayBeyondGreen.com.
SOURCE The Parkside Hotel & Spa Ltd.