Pay it Forward

Often, we travel for a change of scenery. But what if our journeys could actually change the world? highlights three travel companies that touch people and the earth in the most meaningful of ways, helping us put our jet-setting to good use

was the starting point of Resplendent Ceylon, a homegrown hospitality company in Sri Lanka, overseen by Merrill’s son Malik J Fernando. Behind the establishment is the idea of developing tourism in Sri Lanka in the most responsible of ways while offering a truly luxurious experience; in fact, it is the only Relais & Chateaux-approved hotel group in the nation. Malik reveals his thoughts on sustainable travel.