Latest GSTC News and Updates

14 05, 2025

GSTC and easyJet holidays Partner to Launch Sustainable Hospitality Training for Hotel Partners

Stefi2025-05-14T15:14:15+08:00May 14th, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to introduce a tailored, co-branded online training course focused on sustainable hospitality, as part of its ongoing partnership with package holiday provider, easyJet holidays. This self-paced course is exclusively available to easyJet’ holidays’ hotel partners, providing a valuable opportunity to deepen their commitment to sustainability. Specifically [...]

9 05, 2025

New GSTC Website Domain: gstc.org

Stefi2025-05-12T10:17:22+08:00May 9th, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce its new website domain to be gstc.org instead of gstcouncil.org. This change reflects the organization's strong and growing presence worldwide, where it is widely known simply as "GSTC." The transition to gstc.org is designed to simplify the connection for stakeholders, partners, tourism professionals, and [...]

8 05, 2025

TSE Global is now GSTC-Accredited

Stefi2025-05-08T20:47:11+08:00May 8th, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that TSE Global has gained the GSTC-accredited Certification Body status with the scope of certifying hotels, accommodations, and Tour Operators to the GSTC Hotel Standard and GSTC Tour Operator Standard with a worldwide geographical scope, excluding the USA, Canada, and Australia. TSE Global was [...]

6 05, 2025

Ascott Strengthens Its Commitment to Sustainable Tourism by Reflecting GSTC Standards Across Every Story in Its 2024 Sustainability Report

Stefi2025-05-06T19:46:32+08:00May 6th, 2025|

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment, has reaffirmed its dedication to sustainable tourism practices in its 2024 Sustainability Report, with significant references to its ongoing collaboration with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). As one of the first hospitality groups to attain GSTC-Committed status, Ascott has embedded the GSTC Standards [...]

5 05, 2025

Engaging Travelers to Embrace More Sustainable Behaviours: Insights and Strategies from Accor, Booking.com, and the University of Surrey

Stefi2025-05-05T16:10:01+08:00May 5th, 2025|

What motivates travelers to adopt sustainable behaviours? A new report co-produced by Accor, Booking.com, and the University of Surrey delves into this question through an in-depth study. It includes 24 traveler interviews, the journey analysis of 22 additional travelers, and rigorous lab-based behavioral research with 67 participants. The study was designed to help address [...]

2 05, 2025

GSTC MICE Standard – Now Available in Japanese

Stefi2025-05-02T15:58:51+08:00May 2nd, 2025|

The GSTC MICE Standard for venues, event organizers, and events & exhibitions have now been translated into Japanese with the support of the Japan Tourism Agency (JTA). It is available to download in the Standards Translations section here. 会場、イベント主催者、イベントおよび展示会向けのGSTC MICEスタンダードが、日本観光庁（JTA）の支援を受けて日本語に翻訳されました。日本語版は「スタンダードの翻訳」セクションからダウンロードできます。

2 05, 2025

Successful GSTC F&B Standard Feasibility Assessment Workshop Held in Taiwan

Stefi2025-05-02T14:14:27+08:00May 2nd, 2025|

A successful Consultation Workshop on the GSTC Standard for Food and Beverage, which is under development, was held in Taiwan on April 25th, hosted by Forte Hotel Group, a GSTC member, at Forte Hotel Xizhi. GSTC General Manager, Roi Ariel, opened the one-day event with updates on recent GSTC activities. [...]

1 05, 2025

GSTC at PATA Annual Summit 2025

Stefi2025-05-01T15:06:32+08:00May 1st, 2025|

Under the theme “Timeless Wisdom for a Sustainable Future,” the PATA Annual Summit 2025 hosted by the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) and supported by Turkish Airlines, focused on how cultural heritage and long-standing sustainable practices can contribute to shaping the future of tourism. Held in Istanbul, Türkiye, from April 21st to 23rd, [...]

30 04, 2025

GSTC publishes its 2024 Annual Report

Stefi2025-04-30T17:43:57+08:00April 30th, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has published its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting its ongoing efforts to advance sustainable tourism worldwide. The report showcases key milestones, strategic initiatives, and the organization's continued commitment to shaping a more responsible and resilient tourism industry. “Collaboration is at the heart of sustainable tourism. The 2024 Annual Report [...]

29 04, 2025

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings joins the GSTC

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-04-29T16:57:02+08:00April 29th, 2025|

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 [...]

23 04, 2025

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 5, Issue 3

Tiffany Chan2025-04-29T19:34:14+08:00April 23rd, 2025|

Destination Stewardship Report January - April 2025 (Volume 5, Issue 3) The Destination Stewardship Report is a collaboration between the Destination Stewardship Center, Center for Responsible Travel, and Global Sustainable Tourism Council. Our goal is to provide practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic [...]

22 04, 2025

Open position: GSTC Accreditation Compliance Manager

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-04-23T20:59:47+08:00April 22nd, 2025|

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 [...]

22 04, 2025

Open position: GSTC Training Program Coordinator

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-04-23T20:59:35+08:00April 22nd, 2025|

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 [...]

22 04, 2025

Sustainable MICE Online Course – GSTC Training ( September 29 – October 12, 2025 )

Yuna Jeon2025-04-22T18:04:42+08:00April 22nd, 2025|

Schedule| Trainer | Registration Info | Discounts Sustainable MICE Online Course The GSTC MICE Course provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in the MICE industry. The course covers the GSTC MICE Standard (for Venues, Event Organizers, and Events & Exhibitions), aiming to serve as [...]

18 04, 2025

Open position: GSTC Auditor Training Program Manager

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-04-23T20:59:25+08:00April 18th, 2025|

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 [...]

17 04, 2025

SustainAble by Green my Experience Gains GSTC-Recognized Standard Status

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-04-17T14:22:51+08:00April 17th, 2025|

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 [...]

14 04, 2025

Successful GSTC Workshop Held for Destination DC Stakeholders

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-04-14T23:28:25+08:00April 14th, 2025|

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 [...]

11 04, 2025

GSTC Academic Symposium III Edition – Call for Papers is now Open

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-04-12T00:18:14+08:00April 11th, 2025|

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 [...]

10 04, 2025

Updates on the Development of the GSTC Standard for Food & Beverage Service Providers: Feasibility Assessment now open

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-05-13T22:45:37+08:00April 10th, 2025|

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 [...]