El Consejo Global de Turismo Sostenible (GSTC, por sus siglas en inglés) se complace en anunciar una nueva colaboración con el Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence, destinada a reforzar la sostenibilidad en el sector del turismo de cruceros. A través de esta alianza, ambas organizaciones impulsarán el desarrollo y la prestación de experiencias de [...]
PHIST 2025, held on 1 September at Angsana Laguna Phuket, marked its eighth edition with a record of 1,300 delegates. The event brought together the hospitality and tourism industry to address environmental sustainability and community engagement under the theme “Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation.” The event program [...]
Durante la última semana de agosto y los primeros días de septiembre de 2025, el Consejo Global de Turismo Sostenible (GSTC) desarrolló una amplia agenda en Buenos Aires e Iguazú, compartiendo conocimientos y experiencias a través de conferencias, presentaciones y talleres con universidades, profesionales de hotelería y del sector MICE, así como con otros [...]
El 6 de agosto de 2025, algunos de los representantes de la Alianza Yuluca (AYLAC) se reunieron durante la Conferencia Global GSTC2025 en Fiyi para celebrar una reunión informativa. El encuentro, que tuvo lugar el primer día oficial de la conferencia, reunió a participantes de toda América Latina y el Caribe para intercambiar puntos [...]
Overview The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) seeks a Training Program Coordinator. This role covers executing various operational and administrative functions. See the GSTC Training Program Coordinator Job Description for full details. Roles & Responsibilities Ensure the maintenance of up-to-date training materials and administrative documents, and contribute to identifying training systems and market information to [...]
Join the official GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course in Tarvisio, Italy, in collaboration with Etifor, organized by the GSTC Italy Working Group. The training will be held on September 25th and 26th, 2025. The course is a great opportunity to get to know fellow colleagues and sustainability practitioners, enrich your understanding of Sustainable Tourism, and [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) Quarterly Membership Meeting, held on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the Dusit Thani Guam Resort and online for those unable to attend in person. Michelle Merfalen, Membership Committee Chair, did the opening remarks. The event provided updates to its members on [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) signed a partnership agreement to deepen collaboration around sustainable tourism, strengthening the bridge between academic innovation and industry practice. CSUMB is a public university in the Monterey Bay region of California, committed to supporting innovation and sustainability in higher education through [...]
From August 17–19, 2025, the Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO), organized by the U.S. Travel Association, took place in Phoenix, Arizona. ESTO is a well-known gathering for U.S. destination marketing professionals in the United States that attracts leaders from across the country to share expertise and strengthen the promotion of tourism destinations. Each [...]
BeClá nace del deseo profundo de “cambiar el mundo, transformarlo y conservarlo usando la voz”. Más allá de las palabras, su acción se traduce en estrategias de comunicación, educación ambiental e inmersión experiencial para generar consciencia sobre la urgencia de proteger nuestros ecosistemas. Fue fundada en 2020 por Claudia Bahamón junto a Juliana Pedraza [...]
El Consejo Global de Turismo Sostenible participará en la 9ª edición del Sustainable & Social Tourism Summit, que sellevará a cabo del 20 al 23 de mayo de 2025 en San José, Costa Rica. Bajo el lema "Turismo desde la perspectiva de las comunidades", el Summit está enfocándose en fortalecer las prácticas turísticas que [...]
Global Sustainable Tourism Council announces Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings as newest member. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) has joined as its newest member, further advancing the cruise industry’s momentum toward sustainable and responsible tourism practices. NCLH’s decision to become a GSTC [...]
Overview The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is seeking an Accreditation Compliance Manager to manage GSTC accreditation documents and conduct compliance assessments. GSTC has developed a credible assurance program for hotels, tour operators, and destinations and has been extending it to MICE and Attractions. The growth of the GSTC Assurance Program requires qualified managers [...]
Overview The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is seeking a Training Program Coordinator. This role covers executing various operational and administrative functions of the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Program while supporting the GSTC Training Team. See the GSTC Training Program Coordinator Description for full details. Roles & Responsibilities Ensure the maintenance of up-to-date training [...]
Overview The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is seeking a dedicated Auditor Training Program Manager administration of GSTC’s auditor training program. This role covers a wide range of duties, from establishing training plans and organizing training sessions, to managing the auditor qualification process, scheduling, evaluation, and deriving insights for the ongoing development of the [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the standard “Version 1” has gained GSTC-Recognized Standard status, meaning they have been fully recognized as equivalent to the GSTC Industry Standard. Green my Experience is part of the Overview Effect, an ecosystem of purpose-driven companies driving real change through innovation, sustainable efficiency, and [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), in partnership with GSTC Member Destination DC, hosted an exclusive Pre-Summit Executive Workshop at Yours Truly DC Hotel, Vignette Collection by IHG, in Washington DC, USA. The workshop opened on Tuesday, March 25, with a warm welcome from Melissa Riley, Senior Vice President of Convention Sales & Services [...]
The 3rd GSTC Academic Symposium will be held in Fiji on August 5th just before the GSTC2025 Global Conference. This one-day, in-person gathering offers a dedicated space for researchers, practitioners and academics to connect and explore key topics in sustainable tourism. The symposium aims to foster dialogue and knowledge-sharing by inviting submissions focused on [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) announced last year the development of a new criteria set, GSTC Standard for Food & Beverage Service Providers, which has already undergone its first public consultation, which lasted 60 days. In August 2024, the GSTC, in partnership with the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA), announced its [...]
VisitScotland has joined as a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). Scotland is known for its diverse landscapes and cultural heritage. With its mountain ranges, lochs, and historic sites, the country offers a mix of natural and historical attractions. From castles and ancient landmarks to modern cities, Scotland reflects a blend of [...]
