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Club Marvy Wins Gold Award at Global Responsible Tourism Awards

Club Marvy was awarded the gold award at the 2025 International Center for Responsible Tourism (ICRT) Global Responsible Tourism Awards. The award was presented to hotels from Latin America, Africa, Europe, the Indian subcontinent, and Southeast Asia in the competition, which recognizes global changemakers.

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Club Marvy Wins Gold Award at Global Responsible Tourism Awards | HORECA TREND

Club Marvy, announced last month Following the European Responsible Tourism Awards, it also won the gold award in the “All Inclusive” category at the 2025 Global Responsible Tourism Awards.

Twenty-four successful businesses from around the world were selected as finalists in the awards, sponsored by Sabre, which evaluated businesses on the criteria of providing clear evidence, reusability, innovation, impact, sustainability, and overall commitment to responsible tourism. The awards ceremony, held in London on November 3rd, selected winners in four different categories, and Club Marvy received a gold award in the "All Inclusive" category.

Six businesses won gold awards, including a regenerative walking route in Bali, an educational centre in South Africa, an all-inclusive resort in Tanzania, a waste management initiative in Malaysia and a pioneering peace-focused tour operator.

It stood out with its sustainable gastronomy and local supply policies.

In the statement, it was emphasized that Club Marvy sees sustainable gastronomy as a core value, saying, "The hotel adopts local procurement policies in order to strengthen the local economy, promote healthy living, contribute to the protection of the environment and the maintenance of traditional agricultural practices."

“Exceptional examples of innovation and creative solutions”

ICRT Global Founder and Jury Chair Emeritus Professor Harold Goodwin commented on the awards:

Responsible tourism is about creating better places for people. As clearly stated in the 2022 Responsible Tourism Declaration, there are a wide range of ways businesses and destination managers can take responsibility. In our evaluation, it was crucial that organizations back up their impact statements with concrete data. The Global Responsible Tourism Award winners were businesses that could clearly explain the steps they are taking in these areas. They are all doing extraordinary work that others should emulate. These are exceptional examples of innovation and creative solutions. As judges, we hope these efforts will inspire and motivate tourism businesses around the world.

“With our sustainability steps, we add a piece of nature to the spirit of Marvy.”

Paloma Hotels Group Chairman & CEO Ece Tonbul spoke on the subject as follows:

"We are incredibly proud that Club Marvy has become a globally recognized brand in sustainable tourism. Following our success in Europe, this global recognition is a testament to our consistent environmentally and socially responsible approach over the years. This is a testament to the success of everyone who believes in our journey, from our employees and guests to our investors and all our stakeholders."

For us, sustainability is a way of life. In all the investments we make in this area—for example, as we bring solar energy into our lives, meticulously manage our resources, and strive to preserve the earth's cycle—we truly incorporate every element of nature into the spirit of Marvy. Motivated by the awards we've received, we will continue to strengthen our efforts to reflect this understanding.

Sustainable Tourism Certificate holder

Club Marvy previously demonstrated its full compliance with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) criteria, the global standard or norm for sustainable tourism, achieving Level 3 in the Sustainable Tourism Program and earning its certification. The certification signifies that guests who prioritize the planet and the environment will be staying at a property that aligns with their lifestyle and principles, thus ensuring that these properties are the preferred choice.

Sustainability practices that earned Club Marvy a gold award

Club Marvy has an approach that integrates sustainable tourism into all its processes.
It builds a culture of living in harmony with the environment by preserving the natural heritage, respecting the local culture and contributing to the well-being of the local people.
It carries out its projects with such meticulous care that not a single tree is harmed from the construction phase onwards; it protects groundwater by purifying seawater with Reverse Osmosis technology, and it enriches the soil naturally by using the beneficial bacteria in the purified water for garden irrigation.
Club Marvy, which respects the cycle of nature, recycles many organic wastes, from eggshells to tea pulp; maintains the balance of the soil with coal ash and leaves sustainable resources for the future by producing energy from waste.
While silent and carbon-neutral transportation is provided with electric vehicles within the facility, guests and employees are also included in this transformation with charging stations.
In the kitchens, waste is prevented with a “zero waste” approach, and menus are planned according to guest preferences.
Thanks to renewable energy investments, 9 Paloma Hotels now operate entirely on solar energy, generating 50 million kWh of clean energy annually, preventing 33 tons of carbon emissions. This provides the environmental benefit equivalent to planting 500.000 trees and transferring an additional 15 million kWh of clean energy to the national grid.
Photocell systems, energy-efficient devices and regular inspections support energy and water savings.
Prioritizing local suppliers, Club Marvy cultivates the bounty of the Aegean in its cuisine. With its annual Pomegranate Harvest and Abundance events held every September, it respects the natural cycle and celebrates the cultural value of sharing and togetherness.
While establishing a structure based on local craftsmanship and organic production from its decoration to its cuisine, it also shares this awareness with its guests.
Environmental awareness is increased with QR codes in the rooms, and children learn about sustainable living through recycling and nature workshops.
By providing regular training to its staff and raising awareness by appointing a "Sustainability Ambassador" each month, Club Marvy is pioneering an inspiring, nature-friendly transformation in the tourism sector.

Source: HORECA TREND and Club Marvy

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Regnum Invites You to a Warm Family Holiday During the Mid-Term Break

Located in Antalya, one of Türkiye's leading tourism destinations, Regnum hosts special events for a fun family break during the mid-term break. Promising a summer-like holiday with heated pools, Regnum offers young guests an unforgettable holiday with creative workshops and enjoyable activities.

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Regnum Invites You to a Warm Family Holiday During the Mid-Term Break | HORECA TREND

Welcoming guests with a luxurious service approach, Regnum The Crown and Regnum Carya, situated on the seafront on the stunning coast of Belek, with an atmosphere intertwined with nature in Antalya, offer their guests an accommodation experience filled with both entertainment and comfort during their mid-term break.

Regnum Kids Club Bamboo, which offers special programs for children, invites young guests to explore with entertaining shows, creative workshops, and themed activities. Regnum The Crown and Regnum Carya, with their heated pools and water parks, offer guests the opportunity to relive the warmth of summer days during their mid-term break.

Regnum offers special accommodation packages for long-term vacations, offering guests the comfort of home with special advantages. Regnum Hotel's Second Home package includes complimentary round-trip airport transfers, complimentary laundry and ironing—a crucial service during your vacation—and discounted rates on express and dry cleaning services. This package also offers special family opportunities, with children aged 0-11 staying free.

World Cuisines at Regnum

Regnum elevates the culinary experience with its carefully curated menus featuring international cuisine and a la carte options. Eva, Yanji, Lotus, El Tapeo, and Chubbyy's Diner restaurants at Regnum The Crown, and Kushimoto, Tramonto, Köz, Grill Do Brazil, and Şevk-Et Steakhouse restaurants at Regnum Carya are open to guests during the mid-term break.

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Winner of the "2025 GM of the Year" Award

Deniz Erçekin, General Manager of Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Istanbul Tekstilkent Hotel, was named “General Manager of the Year” at the 2025 Executive Summit organized by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.

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Winner of the “2025 GM of the Year” Award | HORECA TREND

Bringing together regional leaders of the accommodation industry Wyndham 2025 Executive Summit, was held with great participation. At the summit, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Istanbul Tekstilkent Hotel General Manager Deniz Erçekin, one of the most prestigious awards given by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts “2025 GM of the Year” was awarded the prize.

The award was presented to Wyndham Hotels & Resorts President Dimitris Manikis The award was presented to Deniz Erçekin at a ceremony organized by Wyndham. Erçekin, who stands out with her regional achievements and leadership within the Wyndham network, became one of the few general managers in Türkiye to hold this title.

Deniz ErçekinIn a statement, he said: “This award is the result of not only my dedicated and passionate work, but also that of our entire team. At Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Istanbul Tekstilkent, we always prioritize guest satisfaction and strive to elevate our service quality every day. As part of the Wyndham family, I am deeply proud to have earned this achievement.”

Last year, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Istanbul Tekstilkent won one of the most important awards in the sector. “Hotel of the Year” By winning the award, he achieved success at the highest level for the second consecutive year.

These two major achievements are considered the most concrete indicators of the hotel's commitment to sustainable service quality, operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

Source: HORECA TREND and Ramada Plaza by Wyndham İstanbul Tekstilkent

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Elite World Hotels & Resorts Increases Growth Target to 70 Hotels by 2030

Elite World Hotels & Resorts, which has revised its growth targets due to the intense interest from investors in its franchise business model, is on its way to becoming a global tourism brand expanding from Türkiye to the world by reaching 70 hotels by 2030.

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Elite World Hotels & Resorts Increases Growth Target to 70 Hotels by 2030 | HORECA TREND

One of Turkey's leading hotel chains Elite World Hotels & Resortsannounced that it has revised its growth vision through a franchise business model. Sharing its new growth plans at a press conference held at the Elite World Istanbul Taksim Hotel, the group has set its sights on becoming a global brand originating in Türkiye. Until 2030 The brand, which set out with the goal of reaching 50 hotels, revised its growth plan due to the intense demand it received from investors. 70 hotels took off.

Target: Top 5 in the Market of Global Brands

Speaking at the press conference, Elite World Hotels & Resorts Board Member Responsible for Sales and Marketing Emel Elik Bezaroglu, He summarized the brand's new growth strategy with these words:
"As part of our growth goals with the franchise business model, we began our journey with eight hotels in 2023. Our growth has continued exponentially each year, and we've gained significant momentum with 14 new hotel agreements signed by 2025. We've opened four of these hotels. This brings our total to 30 hotels in 17 different cities, including our current and ongoing projects. We're not just opening hotels; we're creating new employment opportunities and building a strong tourism brand that extends from Türkiye to the world," he said.

“We are accelerating our growth journey”

CEO of Elite World Hotels & Resorts Orkun Petekçi shared the details of its growth vision with the following words: “The progress we have made so far in our franchise business model has encouraged us to expand our goals. Additionally, due to the intense interest from investors, we have revised our target to ‘70 hotels by 2030.’ The strong demand we have received from investors seeking to enter the tourism sector with a strong brand in Anatolia and abroad, or those seeking to strengthen their existing tourism investments under the Elite World umbrella, has led us to set new goals. Domestically, we are accelerating our growth journey with our economy and mid-range hotels in cities with high tourism potential in Anatolia. We are strengthening our presence in Anatolia with our Residence concept, our second investment in Diyarbakır, Şanlıurfa, Mardin, and Sivas, and with new agreements signed in cities like Ankara and Antalya. We are also taking strong steps internationally towards becoming a global brand. In 2025, we are expanding our brand to new regions in addition to the European cities we have focused on. We will continue to grow with our new brands, new locations, and strong business partnerships. Our goal is to be among the top 5 in the Turkish market, including global brands, by 2030.” dedicate.

Vice President of Business Development at Elite Word Hotel & Resorts Mahmut Surmen "We've placed growth in Anatolia's high-tourism cities at the center of our strategy," he said. "We're moving forward with an investment model that supports local tourism, creates jobs, and contributes to regional economies. The initiatives we've initiated and the demand we've received in all regions with tourism potential, especially Europe, are taking this vision to an international level."

Entering the Kazakhstan Market

Preparing to celebrate its 50th anniversary in the industry next year Elite World Hotel & ResortsAs part of its domestic growth vision, Elite World continues its strong growth in Anatolian cities. As an international brand, the chain, which signed agreements last year to expand internationally, will open hotels in the Republic of Ivory Coast and the Netherlands in 2026. Its targets include the UK, Germany, and Belgium. The group is also entering the Kazakh market with a new hotel in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, in Central Asia. With these new hotels, Elite World aims to increase its current employment from 3 to 8 by 2030. Elite World & Resorts has also seen a significant increase in the number of female managers, with 54 of the 452 female employees across the group currently holding various management positions.

Source: HORECA TREND and Elite World Hotel & Resorts

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