Xiamen, China, 19 February, 2025 –Recently, Marco Polo Xiamen has achieved Gold Certification through EarthCheck in 2025, the world's leading environmental management and professional services group for the travel and tourism industry.
“This is a great honor and recognition for Marco Polo Xiamen and our team to have this award. We are proud to meet the Gold Benchmarking requirements of the EarthCheck in environment and sustainable development. Marco Polo Xiamen will continue to keep sustainable practice in our everyday transactions and move forward for the next level. By working with EarthCheck, Marco Polo Xiamen has joined other industry leaders who are taking meaningful steps towards resolving some of the very real issues that face the planet .” says Marco Polo Xiamen General Manager, Mr. Jean-Philippe Jacopin.
Stewart Moore, CEO of EarthCheck, said that Marco Polo Xiamen has taken a significant leadership position in sustainability . Mr. Moore said, “I would like to congratulate whole team at Marco Polo Xiamen on their achievement. Marco Polo Xiamen is a valued member of a global group of tourism operators who dare to make a difference.”
About Marco Polo Xiamen
Marco Polo Xiamen boasts 300 well-appointed rooms and suites, a Marco Polo ballroom and nine meeting rooms, which can cater to events of different sizes. The hotel provides impeccable service and offers unrivalled views of Lake Yundang and the white egret protection zone. Located near the famous Coffee Street, Marco Polo Xiamen is within a 20-minute drive to the city’s International Airport and business district. Facilities include nine dining outlets, a recreation complex with an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, sauna, billiards and kids’ club.
About Marco Polo Hotels
Marco Polo Hotels’ premium hotels in Hong Kong SAR, Mainland China and the Philippines reflect the adventurous ethos of their namesake – Marco Polo. Located in key destinations, each property is active in their community, committed to sustainability, and a central hub for gatherings and meaningful local experiences. The brand is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands.
For more information, please visit marcopolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 45 brands and 850+ hotels in 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme—GHA DISCOVERY—provides 30 million members recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay. GHA DISCOVERY generated US$2.7 billion in revenue and 11 million room nights in 2024. Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning.
For more information, visit globalhotelalliance.com or ghadiscovery.com.
“This is a great honor and recognition for Marco Polo Xiamen and our team to have this award. We are proud to meet the Gold Benchmarking requirements of the EarthCheck in environment and sustainable development. Marco Polo Xiamen will continue to keep sustainable practice in our everyday transactions and move forward for the next level. By working with EarthCheck, Marco Polo Xiamen has joined other industry leaders who are taking meaningful steps towards resolving some of the very real issues that face the planet .” says Marco Polo Xiamen General Manager, Mr. Jean-Philippe Jacopin.
Stewart Moore, CEO of EarthCheck, said that Marco Polo Xiamen has taken a significant leadership position in sustainability . Mr. Moore said, “I would like to congratulate whole team at Marco Polo Xiamen on their achievement. Marco Polo Xiamen is a valued member of a global group of tourism operators who dare to make a difference.”
About Marco Polo Xiamen
Marco Polo Xiamen boasts 300 well-appointed rooms and suites, a Marco Polo ballroom and nine meeting rooms, which can cater to events of different sizes. The hotel provides impeccable service and offers unrivalled views of Lake Yundang and the white egret protection zone. Located near the famous Coffee Street, Marco Polo Xiamen is within a 20-minute drive to the city’s International Airport and business district. Facilities include nine dining outlets, a recreation complex with an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, sauna, billiards and kids’ club.
About Marco Polo Hotels
Marco Polo Hotels’ premium hotels in Hong Kong SAR, Mainland China and the Philippines reflect the adventurous ethos of their namesake – Marco Polo. Located in key destinations, each property is active in their community, committed to sustainability, and a central hub for gatherings and meaningful local experiences. The brand is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands.
For more information, please visit marcopolohotels.com, Instagram or LinkedIn.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 45 brands and 850+ hotels in 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme—GHA DISCOVERY—provides 30 million members recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay. GHA DISCOVERY generated US$2.7 billion in revenue and 11 million room nights in 2024. Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning.
For more information, visit globalhotelalliance.com or ghadiscovery.com.
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