UNDER THE BANYAN TREE

Travel is more than just exploration; it's about the impact we leave behind. From reusable cutlery to digital tickets, discover how the traveller's path can be one of sustainability as we celebrate the annual World Tourism Day on September 27.

Amidst the fervor of environmental restoration and ecosystem guardianship, comes the concept of rewilding. While rooted in nature's revival, humans now find ourselves on a parallel journey of reconnection – a burgeoning movement that not only rejuvenates landscapes but also revitalises our very essence.

Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, Morocco is a melting pot of cultures and ancient cities, with a diverse landscape of majestic mountain ranges and verdant forests to satisfy any outdoor enthusiast’s love of nature.

In a world where forests are jeopardised by rapid urbanisation, miniature forests may offer hope to battle pollution and provide habitats for wildlife. This year, our Laguna Phuket in Thailand teamed up with SUGi Forest Makers to apply the Miyawaki method to plant 7,500 saplings from 74 species on our land.

Planning a trip to Bali? From supporting local businesses to trekking through picturesque landscapes, discover our suggestions for conscious ways to experience this beautiful destination’s rich nature and culture beyond the typical tourist itinerary.

Feeling tense or as though a migraine is coming? Here are five pressure points to relieve stress and give yourself a soothing head massage right from the comfort of home, as recommended by the expert therapists at our Banyan Tree Spa Academy Phuket.

No longer will the children of Santa Cecilia have to travel up to six kilometres a day to get an education, thanks to the completion of Banyan Tree Mayakoba’s passion project – the Kaxan Naát School. By providing a new classroom to address the community's lack of schools, our award-winning beachside sanctuary has proven that tourism can in fact do good.

Every experience at a new destination provides an opportunity to immerse in an exciting and unfamiliar culture. At our award-winning Banyan Tree Spas around the world, our signature Sense of Place treatments aim to provide just that – a sense of place for each new location, by incorporating local techniques and elements.

Since our inception, we have been guided by the ethos “Embracing the Environment, Empowering People”. As a Group, we believe in tourism’s unique ability to create meaningful impact on natural environments and local communities, and that it is our duty to be stewards of these beautiful destinations.

Read on to find out about some of our ongoing efforts to care for the lands that host us.

The cuisine at our wellbeing retreat Veya brings together all who desire to eat well, through conscious and nutritious dishes that awaken the senses and elevate wellbeing.

Discover this place of connection based on one of our 8 Pillars of Wellbeing – Dietary Awareness.

We have the privilege of working with exceptionally talented women across our Group, including the inspiring female artisans that create beautiful handcrafted products sold at our Banyan Tree Gallery retail outlets. This International Women’s Day, we celebrate by sharing some of their stories.

Remember the travel adage “Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints?” What if you could go beyond that, to leave a positive impact on the local environment and community? Our sustainability coordinator Henry Singer shares how guests can give back while creating lifelong memories at Banyan Tree Bintan.

With an educational sustainable farm, family attractions, and pristine picnic areas, our brand-new gourmet park aims to inspire an appreciation for food and its roots.

Deep in the heart of the desert in northern Saudi Arabia, the ancient trading city of AlUla lies among colossal rock formations and majestic canyons. Here are some of the best ways to experience this whole new world.

Break free from urban stress and reconnect with your inner self. From China to Mexico, from the coast to the countryside, experience the healing power of nature at these serene hideaways.

Basmati, Arborio, black and red – some say there are 120,000 varieties of rice. One of the most well-loved is Jasmine rice, widely grown in Thailand, and served as one of four rice options at our signature Saffron restaurants around the world.

We love our rice, but how much do we actually know about it?

Discover age-old traditions, sample cultural dishes and celebrate spectacular light shows at these annual autumn festivals.

Every 21 September, Zero Emissions Day encourages the world to stop burning fossil fuels for 24 hours or longer. One way to honour the occasion is by setting your zero emission wheels in motion, and travelling by bicycle instead of by car. Need inspiration? Discover cycling routes in Phuket.