{"id":25590,"date":"2021-04-16T04:50:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-16T03:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=25590"},"modified":"2023-11-24T16:40:46","modified_gmt":"2023-11-24T15:40:46","slug":"5-year-strategy-tread-right","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/5-year-strategy-tread-right\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing our 5 year strategy for How We Tread Right"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Over a decade ago we asked: how do we make travel matter? The answer led to the establishment of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/en-gb\/about-us\/make-travel-matter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TreadRight Foundation<\/a>, formed with a mission to leave a positive impact on our planet, people and wildlife. We\u2019ve supported over 55 sustainable tourism projects to date, and in 2020 we were ready to rethink travel again. Since responsible travel is the only way we want to explore the world with our guests, we\u2019ve committed to our new five-year <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/en-gb\/about-us\/responsible-travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How We Tread Right (HWTR) sustainability strategy<\/a>.\u00a0<br><br>Developed by our parent company The Travel Corporation, the strategy is devoted to leaving a positive impact on the planet, people and wildlife through 11 goals that are directly tied to the <a href=\"https:\/\/sdgs.un.org\/goals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UN Sustainable Development Global Goals<\/a>. We\u2019ve outlined clear strategies to contribute to issues such as climate change, sustainable food production, responsible consumption, overtourism, animal welfare, and diversity and inclusion &#8211; and we\u2019re already putting plans into action. <br><br>Read on to learn more about how we plan to Tread Right through our 11 sustainability goals, and how we\u2019re using the power of responsible travel to make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/Aurora-Over-Kirkjufell-Night-www.istockphoto.comgbphotoaurora-over-kirkjufell-and-waterfall-at-night-gm665760790-122853647-SimonSkafar-1024x682-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"green northern lights over waterfalls and lush mountains Iceland\" class=\"wp-image-25609\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Aurora-Over-Kirkjufell-Night-www.istockphoto.comgbphotoaurora-over-kirkjufell-and-waterfall-at-night-gm665760790-122853647-SimonSkafar-1024x682-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Aurora-Over-Kirkjufell-Night-www.istockphoto.comgbphotoaurora-over-kirkjufell-and-waterfall-at-night-gm665760790-122853647-SimonSkafar-1024x682-1-330x186.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Aurora-Over-Kirkjufell-Night-www.istockphoto.comgbphotoaurora-over-kirkjufell-and-waterfall-at-night-gm665760790-122853647-SimonSkafar-1024x682-1.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-climate-change\">Climate change<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-1-achieve-carbon-neutrality-by-2030-or-sooner\">Goal 1 &#8211; Achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 or sooner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/climate.nasa.gov\/effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">effects of climate change<\/a> continue to impact our daily lives and the way we travel and we know that climate change is linked to an increase in greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere. As a travel company using air travel and transport, we have a responsibility to reduce our emissions and transition to a low carbon future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Invest in clean, renewable energy sources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase energy efficiency and reduce consumption at our offices and owned properties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invest in upgrades to our fleet of vehicles to support low-emission technology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Source and support new low impact technologies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use our new carbon reporting tool, Accuvio, to track and manage the emissions associated with our corporate activity and operations. We measure our emissions according to the international <a href=\"https:\/\/ghgprotocol.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greenhouse Gas Protocol<\/a> and aim to offset the carbon footprint of our trips by 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We are a signatory to <a href=\"https:\/\/unfccc.int\/climate-action\/climate-neutral-now\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Climate Neutral Now<\/a>, a UN initiative established to help achieve a climate neutral world by mid-century. This means our residual emissions will be offset using verified carbon offsets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/reduce-environmental-impact-travel-trafalgar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 ways to reduce your environmental impact when you travel with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/Isle-of-Skye-www.istockphoto.comgbphotosunrise-at-quiraing-isle-of-skye-scotland-gm143177040-19690491-sara_winter-1024x682-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"scenic panorama over the Isle of Skye Scottish Highlands\" class=\"wp-image-25597\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Isle-of-Skye-www.istockphoto.comgbphotosunrise-at-quiraing-isle-of-skye-scotland-gm143177040-19690491-sara_winter-1024x682-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Isle-of-Skye-www.istockphoto.comgbphotosunrise-at-quiraing-isle-of-skye-scotland-gm143177040-19690491-sara_winter-1024x682-1-330x186.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Isle-of-Skye-www.istockphoto.comgbphotosunrise-at-quiraing-isle-of-skye-scotland-gm143177040-19690491-sara_winter-1024x682-1.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-2-source-50-of-our-electricity-from-renewable-sources-by-2025\">Goal 2 &#8211; Source 50% of our electricity from renewable sources by 2025<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-1\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to combat climate change is to reduce fossil fuels usage and transition to clean and renewable energy. As a responsible travel company and partner of Tread Right, we&#8217;re committed to preserving our beautiful planet for future generations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-1\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All TTC owned Red Carnation properties included on Trafalgar itineraries will utilise renewable sources by Dec 2021.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over the next five years we will invest in opportunities to procure and generate renewable energy.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trafalgar educates third party suppliers on transitioning to renewable energy sources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/7-reasons-touring-responsible-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 reasons why touring is the most responsible way to travel<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/Cameron-Highlands-www.istockphoto.com_gb_photo_the-malaysian-jungle-gm667520522-121805467-s-eyekaufer-1024x683-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"lush tea fields Cameron Highlands Malaysia\" class=\"wp-image-25598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Cameron-Highlands-www.istockphoto.com_gb_photo_the-malaysian-jungle-gm667520522-121805467-s-eyekaufer-1024x683-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Cameron-Highlands-www.istockphoto.com_gb_photo_the-malaysian-jungle-gm667520522-121805467-s-eyekaufer-1024x683-1-330x186.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Cameron-Highlands-www.istockphoto.com_gb_photo_the-malaysian-jungle-gm667520522-121805467-s-eyekaufer-1024x683-1.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sustainable-food-production\">Sustainable Food Production<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-3-reduce-food-waste-by-50-across-all-hotels-and-ships-by-2025\"><strong>Goal 3 &#8211; Reduce food waste by 50% across all hotels and ships by 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-2\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Food is one of the best parts of travel. The local cuisine helps us to get to know a new destination, and it\u2019s a great opportunity for travellers to support a community. We aim to do this by ensuring ingredients are sourced and disposed of responsibly. We want our supply chain to use local and organic food on our itineraries and reduce food waste at our hotel and ship brands. All of this will benefit our guests and the planet, and it will also help to support sustainable agriculture practices, food waste management, and food security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-2\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All TTC owned Red Carnation properties included on Trafalgar itineraries will reduce food waste by Dec 2021, while continuing to provide the finest dining experience for guests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trafalgar commits to meeting this goal for all business related events from 2021.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trafalgar encourages and educates third party suppliers on food waste reduction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/sustainability-made-simple-dispelling-the-myths-around-responsible-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sustainability Made Simple: Dispelling the Myths Around Responsible Travel<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/tt_BMG_blog-img_Oo-farm-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"Trafalgar Be My Guest experience two locals with homegrown produce\" class=\"wp-image-25599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/tt_BMG_blog-img_Oo-farm-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/tt_BMG_blog-img_Oo-farm-330x186.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/tt_BMG_blog-img_Oo-farm.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-4-increase-use-of-local-and-organic-products-in-our-supply-chain-by-2025\"><strong>Goal 4 &#8211; Increase use of local and organic products in our supply chain by 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-3\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Since we work with thousands of accommodations and meal suppliers, we have a responsibility to encourage local and organic food production. When we support local farmers and sustainable food production, we help the communities we visit to develop resilient agricultural practices and reduce food insecurity. It also means that our guests will enjoy an enhanced authentic travel experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-3\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We define \u201clocal\u201d as any food sourced with 30-50 miles of where it is prepared. \u201cOrganic\u201d refers to any food which is sourced without the use of pesticides or GMOs, along with sustainably sourced seafood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We are committed to our goal of having all of our Be My Guest dining experiences to source at least 25% of their menu locally or organically by 2025.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/RS6768_BMG_KLOSTER_WERNBERG-712-1024x683-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"Trafalgar Be My Guest experience two nuns on a local farm\" class=\"wp-image-25600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/RS6768_BMG_KLOSTER_WERNBERG-712-1024x683-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/RS6768_BMG_KLOSTER_WERNBERG-712-1024x683-1-330x186.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/RS6768_BMG_KLOSTER_WERNBERG-712-1024x683-1.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-responsible-consumption\">Responsible consumption<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-5-reduce-printed-brochures-by-50-by-2025\">Goal 5 &#8211; Reduce printed brochures by 50% by 2025<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-4\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Our world is being rapidly depleted of resources and we have a responsibility to reduce and eliminate our waste where possible. We have identified that the annual printing of our brochures created a large footprint and want to reduce this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-4\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From January 2021, Trafalgar has reduced printed brochures by 50%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We will continue to reduce this figure by using digital solutions like e-brochures and encouraging the travel industry to remove paper brochures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We\u2019re also transitioning into providing travel documents entirely electronically. In partnership with <a href=\"https:\/\/onetreeplanted.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">One Tree Planted<\/a>, we plant a tree for every guest who chooses to receive their documents electronically.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/helping-australia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Helping Australia regrow, in partnership with One Tree Planted<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/sleeping-koala-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"koala sleeping in eucalyptus tree\" class=\"wp-image-25602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sleeping-koala-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sleeping-koala-330x186.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sleeping-koala.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-6-eliminate-as-many-unnecessary-single-use-plastics-from-our-operations-and-itineraries-by-2022\">Goal 6 &#8211; Eliminate as many unnecessary single use plastics from our operations and itineraries by 2022<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-5\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We know that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/environment\/2019\/may\/15\/single-use-plastics-a-serious-climate-change-hazard-study-warns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">single-use plastics<\/a> are unnecessary and harmful to the planet, so we\u2019ve identified several opportunities to reduce single-use plastics from our trips and operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-5\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trafalgar has greatly reduced single-use plastics across trips and offices. We continue to assess and work to implement recyclable materials where possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since the onset of COVID-19, the need for enhanced hygiene measures has forced us to reassess this goal. Our guests\u2019 wellbeing is paramount and we will continue to remove single-use plastics that aren\u2019t required for health and safety regulations. We\u2019re also continuously looking for innovative practices. Our Red Carnation hotels and UniWorld ships have implemented electrostatic spray cleaning to reduce viruses and bacteria without toxic chemicals or single-use plastics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/turtle-swimming-belize-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"sea turtle swimming in blue ocean Belize\" class=\"wp-image-25604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/turtle-swimming-belize-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/turtle-swimming-belize-330x186.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/turtle-swimming-belize.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-overtourism\">Overtourism<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-7-include-at-least-one-make-travel-matter-experience-on-50-of-all-itineraries-by-2025\">Goal 7 &#8211; Include at least one Make Travel Matter Experience on 50% of all itineraries by 2025<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-6\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Make Travel Matter (MTM) Experiences are conscious travel experiences you can enjoy on our trips. We carefully developed and assessed these experiences using a set of qualifying criteria directly related to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalgoals.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UN Global Goals<\/a>. Our MTM Experiences seek to encourage the greatest community benefit of travel and leave a positive impact on the communities and environments we visit. We also aim to pass this knowledge of the UN Global Goals and local community actions on to our guests and provide an enriching travel experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-6\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We use our <a href=\"https:\/\/ttc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MTM-Experiences-Qualifying-Criteria.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Make Travel Matter E-Assessment<\/a> that meets the set UN criteria to rate our travel experiences and identify how they contribute to the 11 Global Goals of our How We Tread Right strategy. This tool allows our teams to ensure we are including at least one MTM Experience on 50% of all itineraries by 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/responsible-travel-experiences-trafalgar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>9 incredible Make Travel Matter Experiences you can enjoy with Trafalgar<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/RS2714_WEAVING_ANIMAL_SANCTURY-068-lpr-1024x682-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"Trafalgar guests watching a Peruvian woman doing traditional weaving\" class=\"wp-image-25603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/RS2714_WEAVING_ANIMAL_SANCTURY-068-lpr-1024x682-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/RS2714_WEAVING_ANIMAL_SANCTURY-068-lpr-1024x682-1-330x186.jpeg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/RS2714_WEAVING_ANIMAL_SANCTURY-068-lpr-1024x682-1.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-8-achieve-a-20-increase-of-itineraries-visiting-developing-regions-by-specialist-brands-by-2025\">Goal 8 &#8211; Achieve a 20% increase of itineraries visiting developing regions by specialist brands by 2025<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-7\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We know that <a href=\"https:\/\/theconversation.com\/overtourism-a-growing-global-problem-100029\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">overtourism<\/a> poses a great risk to many communities and destinations around the world due to crowding and congestion. It places immense pressure on the local infrastructure, and negatively impacts the community by forming a dependence on tourism for employment and income. As a travel company and partner of Tread Right<mark class=\"annotation-text annotation-text-yoast\" id=\"annotation-text-72e3a7df-2351-4b95-8ba6-85c19f57037d\"><\/mark>, we have a responsibility to address the challenges of overtourism. By introducing guests to developing regions, we\u2019ll encourage a greater spread of tourism income, all while offering unique travel experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-7\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Trafalgar is committed to visiting developing regions in at least 20% of our global itineraries by 2025. To qualify as a \u201cdeveloping region\u201d, Trafalgar must not have visited the region in 2019. The itinerary must include an overnight stay in the region and the region must have limited symptoms of overtourism. The region must also be considered a secondary city to a major tourism hub.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED CONTENT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/ways-ensure-sensitive-culture-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9 ways to ensure you\u2019re a culturally sensitive traveller<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2021\/03\/trafalgar-be-my-guest-experience-france-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Trafalgar Be My Guest experience two local women at their restaurant in France\" class=\"wp-image-25607\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-culture\">Our culture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goal-9-increase-employee-and-market-sentiment-regarding-diversity-and-inclusion-across-our-brands\">Goal 9 &#8211; Increase employee and market sentiment regarding diversity and inclusion across our brands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-8\">Why<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel is all about encouraging cross-cultural understanding and it\u2019s crucial this understanding is shared within our global teams. Internal support and opportunity within TTC teams is a strong foundation of our brands. Our focus has been on building opportunities for female leaders in our teams. We\u2019ve succeeded at ensuring 50% of our executive leadership are women. We\u2019re now focusing on ensuring that our internal teams and guests are represented equitably from across the LGBTQ+ and Black, Indigenous and people of colour communities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-8\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We will complete a Diversity and Inclusion Strategy in 2021. This will address how we will recruit from and communicate with previously underrepresented communities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We will conduct annual employee and market surveys to evaluate sentiment towards inclusion and diversity across our brands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trafalgar recognises Indigenous peoples as the first travellers. 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Plus it has plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/nextavenue\/2015\/03\/19\/5-surprising-benefits-of-volunteering\/?sh=16a70d3e127b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">benefits for volunteers<\/a> too, from improving your mood and wellbeing to building new skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-9\">How<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 2009, all TTC members receive two paid volunteer days a year to dedicate to volunteering in their local communities. 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