{"id":7658,"date":"2022-03-22T15:28:57","date_gmt":"2022-03-22T15:28:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/odessos-hotels.com\/sustainability\/"},"modified":"2023-05-22T19:08:46","modified_gmt":"2023-05-22T19:08:46","slug":"sustainability","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/odessos-hotels.com\/en\/sustainability\/","title":{"rendered":"SUSTAINABILITY"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column]<!--================ Section Heading ================-->\n<script>\n    (function($){\n        'use strict';\n\n        if(!$) return;\n\n        $(function(){\n            if(window.appear) {\n                appear({\n                    elements: function(){\n                        return document.querySelectorAll('#vc-milenia-section-heading-93558374def6dbddf3a99164b2b68c2f-17918627951754358014');\n                    },\n                    appear: function(element) {\n                        var $el = $(element);\n                        $el.addClass('milenia-visible').addClass($el.data('animation'));\n                    },\n                    reappear: false,\n                    bounds: -200\n                });\n            }\n        });\n    })(window.jQuery);\n<\/script>\n<div id=\"vc-milenia-section-heading-93558374def6dbddf3a99164b2b68c2f-17918627951754358014\" class=\"milenia-section-heading text-center vc_custom_1684782493788 gradient-title milenia-visible\" data-animation=\"none\">\n    \n    <h2 class=\"milenia-section-title milenia-font--first-accented\" style=\"color: #14937a;font-size: 52px;line-height: 58px;margin-bottom: 37px;text-transform: uppercase;font-style: normal;font-weight: 700;\">SUSTAINABILITY <\/h2>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n<!--================ End of Section Heading ================-->\n[vc_column_text]The vision for the success of the companies we manage is not to be the best, but to be unique, because that&#8217;s the only way we can stay in the minds of our customers. Last but not least, success is based on our ability to make innovative decisions and be pioneers. We aim to be an organization that makes difference in the industry by applying efficiently the requirements of Quality, Food Safety and Guest Satisfaction, Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Management Systems, sustainable environmental practices and expert staff adopted a continuous improvement approach based on legal requirements and protect the interest of all shareholders.<\/p>\n<p>Quality management systems Policy<br \/>\nHealth and Safety Policy<br \/>\nEnvironmental Policy<br \/>\nPurchasing Policy<br \/>\nEmployment Policy<br \/>\nCommunity Policy<br \/>\nChild Protection Policy<br \/>\nSustainability report<\/p>\n<p>Travel Life Award: Sustainability in tourism<br \/>\nWe are proud to have received high ranked certificate for our input in helping the environment. Aqua Nevis Club Hotel successfully attained the Travelife Gold status. The Travelife scheme awards hotels who improve their environmental management and social policy by working with and contributing to the local community. To gain the award, Hotel Odessos had to report their environmental footprint to independent auditors and adhere to internationally recognized standard of Best Practice. There is a strict selection process to achieve the award. The Travelife auditor looks at employment records and energy bills, interviews staff, and inspects the property thoroughly to ensure excellent environmental management. The scheme also examines the social policy of the business taking into account staff issues and community relations to mention a few.<br \/>\nThe Gold status is given to businesses that display a very high commitment to sustainability and who encourage others to get involved, constantly seek new opportunities for improvement, and actively communicate their progress to others. With Travelife Gold Award the Aqua Nevis Club Hotel has shown great dedication to sustainable tourism for many years now.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>What we do:<\/p>\n<p>Maintenance<br \/>\n\u2022 We monitor the property\u2019s water and energy consumption per guest night (pax)<br \/>\n\u2022 We inspect and provide preventative maintenance to all toilets monthly. We ensure toilets flush properly and are free of leaks and problems<br \/>\n\u2022 We train housekeepers to identify common maintenance problems (toilet leaks)<br \/>\n\u2022 We use an energy management system to turn electricity off in empty guest rooms<br \/>\n\u2022 We use energy-efficient lamps<br \/>\n\u2022 We use timers, occupancy sensors and photocells to keep lights and equipment on only when they are needed, and train staff to switch lights and equipment off when not in use<br \/>\n\u2022 We designed efficiency<br \/>\nHousekeeping<br \/>\n\u2022 We introduce a towel reuse programme and change the bed linen every 3rd day<br \/>\n\u2022 We use refillable amenity dispensers in guest bathrooms<br \/>\n\u2022 We \u043enly replace partially used amenities on check-out<br \/>\n\u2022 We check for malfunctioning toilets, excessive water flows, leaking plugs and poorly fitting windows or doors<br \/>\n\u2022 We report leaks and malfunctions immediately for prompt repairs<br \/>\n\u2022 We collect the recyclables from guest rooms separately (paper, cans, glass, plastic)<br \/>\n\u2022 Food and beverage<br \/>\n\u2022 We reduce need to access walk-in freezers with an access control program. We inspect cold store door seals weekly for fitting and ice build-up<br \/>\n\u2022 We monitor food waste weekly<br \/>\n\u2022 We collect separately the recyclable items generated, such as cardboard, plastic, glass, metals, used cooking oil, fruit and vegetable waste<br \/>\n\u2022 We turn off kitchen and restaurant equipment when not needed (fans, burners, ovens, fryers, plate warmers, coffeemakers, toasters)<\/p>\n<p>Park Hotel Odessos supports Agapedia Bulgaria<br \/>\n\u201cIf you want to help someone for a day, give him a fish, if you want to help him for a lifetime, teach him how to fish.\u201d<br \/>\nThe mission of Agapedia, Bulgaria is to help older orphans integrate in society by enabling them to develop basic social skills and working habits in order that they can support themselves, supply their own needs and are independent.<br \/>\nThe goals are:<br \/>\n1. To assist orphans and disadvantaged teenagers in the development of social skills necessary for their successful transition to independent living and their integration into society.<br \/>\n2. To become a model program which can be duplicated in other areas of the country to further meet the needs of today\u2018s disadvantaged young people.<br \/>\nYou can make a huge difference in the life of an orphan or abandoned child. 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