Meet the TTG Sustainable Travel Ambassadors class of 2023

The programme has been wonderful at breaking down topics into manageable chunks, and the themed homework has been thought-inspiring. I’ve gained new ideas for leading a greener life myself, and acquired alternative techniques for promoting sustainable travel to my clients. I now find clients more receptive to my responsible travel suggestions, from making minor adjustments to the way they travel to better supporting local communities while away. 

The programme has opened my eyes to the many ways holidaymakers can be encouraged to make responsible travel choices, as well as how agents can help influence the wider industry to make changes that will have a positive impact on the planet. It’s given me a huge amount of confidence through increased knowledge, and a real sense of purpose. I’m proud to be part of a small community of like-minded travel agents who are passionate about advocating sustainability, and the opportunities we’ve had to experience our change-making supplier partners in action have been incredible.

The programme has given me a better understanding of how the tourism industry is impacting the planet. Learning different ways suppliers are changing their businesses to support sustainability efforts and champion environmental initiatives has been beneficial when creating a customer’s dream holiday, as it’s given me a foundation of knowledge that lets me share valuable insights and advice. 

As a relatively new Travel Counsellor I’m still shaping my business and building my client base to attract customers who want to book holidays that are beneficial to the destinations and communities they visit, and have the least impact on our environment. I now focus my advertising on sustainable holidays with suppliers championing sustainability, and I hope to increase sales in the future. 

Ever since starting my business I’ve always wanted to build a sustainable travel brand, focusing on responsible choices and impactful contributions. I spend any free time expanding my knowledge around the subject of responsible travel, so I jumped at the chance not only to learn more for my own development, but to be an official ambassador for sustainable travel. It’s something I do with great responsibility and pride. I’ve gained so much knowledge and drive through this programme, helping me push my business in the direction I’ve always wanted. 

I love sharing ideas for sustainable travel with clients. I’m really passionate about overland adventures and supporting local communities so they benefit from tourism. I joined the programme because I wanted the chance to learn more about current trends in the industry and how to promote different travel options effectively. 

We only have one planet, so we need to do all we can to protect it. That, combined with my love of travel, meant the programme seemed like the perfect thing to apply for. I’ve learned so much about sustainable travel and how we can all do things – from the big to the little – to help change how we travel. I’ve met some amazing people, who I can reach out to for advice or to share experiences with. 

I’ve learnt so much from the TTG Sustainable Travel Heroes destination and supplier partners, which I’ll pass on to my customers. I will continue to advise and spread knowledge on making better, more sustainable choices when it comes to my own personal travel and, of course, that of my customers. 

I was already the sustainability ambassador for the Travel Village Group, so this seemed like the perfect fit. I’ve learned so much, from setting up animal welfare guidelines to understanding how different travel types impact carbon offsets. I’m thrilled about putting all this newfound knowledge to good use, sharing it within our head office and hosting fun webinars for our awesome staff. I can’t wait to keep the sustainability ball rolling within our organisation!