GSTC CEO Randy Durband, as a member of the TOURISE Advisory Board, was present at TOURISE’s inaugural Global Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, held from November 11 to 13, 2025. Where governments, business leaders, investors, tourism professionals, and technology experts gathered to deliver and discuss high-impact initiatives aimed at building a more sustainable, equitable, [...]
- Pomorskie Tourist Board has joined as a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). Poland is a Central European country with a rich cultural heritage and diverse natural landscapes bordered by seven countries. It stretches from the Baltic Sea in the north to the Tatra Mountains in the south, offering a variety [...]
The Chamber of Commerce of Mallorca hosted the closing event of the European I-STARS project on November 14, 2025. The initiative, formed by six entities from across Europe, supported 125 tourism SMEs in adopting sustainable practices, pursuing certifications, and developing green skills, providing each business with financial assistance. The event brought together project partners, [...]
Ascott launched last week the Disability Inclusion Playbook for the accommodation sector in partnership with Colorful Earth, specialists in disability inclusion, and supported by SG Enable (Singapore’s focal agency for disability and inclusion), World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, and Valuable 500 (an international non-profit of over 500 multinational corporations advancing disability inclusion). An estimated 1.3 [...]
- The Reef-World Foundation's mission, “to inspire and empower people to act in conserving and sustainably developing coastal resources, particularly coral reefs and related ecosystems,” has enabled them to achieve a significant and lasting impact over the years: More than 1,500 marine tourism businesses have actively reduced local threats through their Green Fins membership. [...]
In October 2025, the JTB Group released its Sustainability Report 2025, detailing the company’s milestones in advancing sustainable tourism. The JTB Group states that it prioritizes sustainability at its core and promotes sustainable tourism by developing products, services, and solutions that consider both social and environmental sustainability. Last November 2024, the Group obtained the [...]
- GSTC was at the World Travel Market London, held 4-6 November 2025. This year’s conference focused on the key theme “Reimagining Travel in a Changing World,” exploring themes such as new global policies, shifting traveler behaviors, and the evolving role of sustainability in shaping the industry’s future. Dr. Mihee Kang, GSTC Chief Assurance [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) held in Dubai from 27–29 October 2025 at Madinat Jumeirah. The event brought together leading hospitality investors and senior decision-makers to explore key issues in hotel development, sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This year, FHS World marked its 20th anniversary, celebrating two [...]
El Instituto Hondureño de Turismo (IHT) se ha incorporado como miembro del Consejo Global de Turismo Sostenible (GSTC). Ubicado en América Central, Honduras destaca por la diversidad de sus paisajes y su rica herencia cultural. Bañado por el mar Caribe y el océano Pacífico, el país cuenta con bosques tropicales, cordilleras montañosas, ríos y [...]
- GSTC participated in the Greening the Islands International (GTI) Conference 2025, held from October 28 to 31 in the Reef Hotel in Gozo, Malta. The event marked the 10th edition of the conference, celebrating a decade of innovation and sustainability for islands worldwide. The conference opened with remarks from: Ian Borg, Deputy Prime [...]
As a resort island, Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) states that it is committed to driving sustainable development by working closely with its stakeholders to build a sustainable Sentosa community. The publication of SDC’s fifth Sustainability Report outlines its sustainability journey and provides insights into its management practices and performance regarding Environmental, Social, and Governance [...]
On October 17, 2025, the first RCEP Member States World Heritage Cooperation Alliance Conference was successfully held in Huangshan, China, gathering representatives from government agencies, heritage sites, academic institutions, and international organizations from across the RCEP member countries. The conference marked a significant milestone in fostering cooperation among nations committed to the conservation and [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the Urban Transformation Summit 2025, organized by the World Economic Forum (WEF) from 21–23 October 2025 in San Francisco, California (USA). The Summit brought together global leaders from business, government, and civil society to explore practical solutions for building resilient, inclusive, and sustainable cities. The programme [...]
The Global Tourism Forum 2025 Annual Meeting brought together ministers, tourism executives, policymakers, and global leaders to discuss how the tourism industry can adapt to the shifting global landscape. Over two days of panels and networking sessions, participants explored the intersection of innovation, investment, sustainability, and inclusive growth as key drivers of the sector’s [...]
Dr. Mihee Kang, GSTC Chief Assurance Officer, attended the IAF General Assembly in Bangkok, Thailand, which was part of the IAF/ILAC Annual Meetings held from October 15th to 24th, 2025. GSTC became an official Association Member of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) in November 2024. GSTC is part of the User Advisory Committee (UAC), [...]
ITB Asia, the annual 3-day B2B trade show and convention, was held in Marina Bay Sands in Singapore from 15-17 October 2025. Organized by Messe Berlin Asia Pacific and supported by the Singapore Exhibition and Convention Bureau. GSTC was a Conference Partner of the event, which ran parallel with ITB Asia, MICE Show Asia, [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the Expand Your World – Tourism Summit Budapest 2025, joining industry professionals, policymakers, and tourism stakeholders to explore trends, challenges, and opportunities in sustainable tourism under the conference theme, “Travel Smart, Explore the Future!” As a panelist on “Mega-Events vs. Slow Tourism,” Michelle Janke (GSTC) outlined [...]
El 16 de octubre de 2025 se celebró en Madrid, España, la IV Conferencia Abierta de Grupos de Interés de Viajes El Corte Inglés, en un formato híbrido que combinó la asistencia presencial con retransmisión en directo. El evento reunió a representantes de los sectores de viajes, turismo y ámbito corporativo para debatir sobre [...]
On October 17, 2025, the First International Travel Services Conference and Trade Exhibition was successfully held in Sanya, China, bringing together leaders, experts, and stakeholders from across the tourism and MICE industries to discuss the future of international travel. Representing GSTC, Cathy He, Co-founder of Colorful Earth — GSTC’s official training partner in China [...]
El Consejo Global de Turismo Sostenible (GSTC) participó en la 7.ª edición de la Cumbre HIC, que se llevó a cabo en Ibiza, España, del 15 al 17 de octubre de 2025. La cumbre reunió a expertos, instituciones y líderes del sector para explorar enfoques innovadores y regenerativos hacia el futuro del turismo.El Presidente [...]
