Sustainability at VHG Hospitality: Leading with Regenerative Tourism

At VHG Hospitality, sustainability is not just a guiding principle—it’s a commitment to creating lasting positive impact through regenerative tourism. This approach ensures that our projects go beyond preserving natural and cultural assets to actively restoring and improving the destinations we touch.

Our Commitment to Regenerative Tourism

Regenerative tourism is about leaving destinations better than they were found. At VHG Hospitality, we are deeply committed to this philosophy, ensuring our projects actively restore and improve the natural and cultural environments where we operate. We aim to create properties that enhance ecological balance through habitat restoration and biodiversity protection. We work to preserve cultural heritage by celebrating local traditions and fostering authenticity in every guest experience.

Our efforts focus on strengthening communities by providing capacity-building programs and local employment opportunities. This reciprocal relationship between travelers, destinations, and local communities transforms tourism into a powerful force for good, helping to build a healthier planet and more resilient societies.

Cardamom Tented Camp: A Model for Regenerative Hospitality

Located in Cambodia’s pristine Cardamom Rainforest, this award-winning project epitomizes our sustainability ethos. A member of The Long Run, Cardamom Tented Camp is committed to protecting wildlife, conserving biodiversity, and empowering local communities through tourism. It is a shining example of how luxury hospitality can coexist harmoniously with conservation and community development.

Striving for GSTC Certification

At VHG Hospitality, we design every project with the goal of meeting the rigorous standards of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). GSTC certification provides a framework for minimizing environmental impact, promoting social and cultural authenticity, and supporting the economic well-being of local communities.

Our commitment to these principles is exemplified by Anurak Lodge, which has achieved Travelife Gold Certification—a GSTC-recognized certifier. This accomplishment underscores our ability to develop and operate properties that align with globally recognized benchmarks for sustainability.

By embedding GSTC principles into every stage of our development process, we ensure that each of our properties reflects the highest standards of sustainability and regenerative tourism, contributing meaningfully to the destinations we serve.