Sustainable Luxurious Travel

EXO shares creative ways to make trips more responsible without sacrificing comfort

At EXO Travel, sustainability is not a marketing slogan. It is a deeply ingrained part of our ethos that stands at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make. Just as we pioneered innovative travel in Asia, EXO also leads the way with our responsible travel initiatives

As sustainability has moved front of mind for many travellers, we welcome all our partners to join us in this effort. To get you started, we are sharing some of the ways in which we can work together to make each trip more responsible while enhancing their experiences and providing the level of comfort your discerning clients deserve.

As you will see, it only takes a little advance planning to make travelers’ journeys more sustainable, more impactful both for travellers and the communities they visit.

We hope you will find the following tips useful and inspiring. For a deeper-dive into EXO’s ethos, commitment and the steps we take to make the world a better place, please head to our website and discover more.

THE PATH TO CARBON NEUTRALITY

Living and working in Asia, we see the effects of climate change all around us and we are committed to doing something about it. Since 2013, EXO has been working diligently on its carbon emissions measurement and enlisted specialist organisations to implement a Climate Action Plan that sets us on the path to carbon neutrality. Our ultimate goal is to reduce the emissions generated on EXO’s trips, by our suppliers and within our own offices. The road to carbon neutrality is a long one but we believe it is possible, especially if we have the cooperation of our partners and travelers. To view our full Climate Action Plan and to learn about how you can participate, click here.

SLOW TRAVEL

Slow travel goes beyond simply slowing down the pace of your travels. It is about positioning yourself to connect with the people, lifestyle and culture that make a place so unique. It is about balancing your itinerary so that you have more quality experiences rather than a large quantity of visits. EXO’s local experts can help you design a slow travel journey. We’ll work with you to select the right transport options, destinations and incorporate ample time in each place to pair with our culturally-immersive experiences. With slow travel you’ll not only have more opportunity to discover and support the local community, but you’ll also do the environment a favor by cutting down on travel emissions

GIVING BACK

A significant number of countries rely on tourism as a key economic driver, helping to create jobs and improve the lives of many. But we believe that tourism can have a greater benefit on local communities and, to maximize our impact, we invite you to discover our selection of experiences that are nature-positive, empower communities and enhance local cultural heritage. See responsible tours here and responsible experiences here.

To make giving back easier and more transparent, we created the EXO Foundation. This non-profit branch of EXO travel supports more than 140 grassroots charities in nine countries. We invite our partners and guests to learn more about these causes below and make a contribution. Many of the projects can be visited while on holiday in Asia, giving travelers a chance to see first-hand the impact the EXO Foundation is having on the local community. Join us in our aim to maximize tourism’s impact on poverty alleviation and sustainable development by clicking here.

SUSTAINABLE, 
INDULGENT STAY

Long gone are the days when ‘sustainable accommodation’ meant a tent in the woods or a very basic homestay. Now a low-impact stay does not have to mean sacrificing comfort, especially in Asia as more and more luxury hotels are managed with sustainability in mind. To help guide you, EXO has developed a hotel rating system that reflects how socially-aware and eco-friendly the property is. Our teams inspect each hotel, assess the property’s sustainability practices and assign a star-ranking which can be viewed on our website. We invite you to read more about this rating system here or ask your EXO travel consultant to recommend sustainable properties on your next itinerary!

BUY LOCALLY

Aside from putting money directly into the local economy, there are many other reasons to buy local when on holiday. Purchasing handicrafts, such as weavings or ceramics, contributes to preserving cultural traditions and helps ensure that being an artisan is a financially viable career choice for younger generations. Opting to eat local food and dine at locally-owned restaurants supports area farmers, chefs and small businesses- and, as a bonus, you will get to enjoy a culinary experience you could not have back home! Also, worth noting is that buying locally reduces carbon emissions that are caused by importing goods. It’s a win for you, a win for the local community and a win for the environment! If you have any questions about where to shop while on holiday, EXO guides can help direct you in the right direction.

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