The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is participating in the 9th edition of the Sustainable & Social Tourism Summit, which is taking place from May 20th to 23rd, 2025, in San José, Costa Rica. Under the theme « Tourism from the Perspective of Communities, » the Summit is focusing on strengthening tourism practices that prioritize community well-being, sustainability, and social responsibility.
Jorge Moller, GSTC’s Latin America Program Director, will present the progress of the Yuluca Alliance (AYLAC), a GSTC initiative aimed at advancing sustainable tourism in Latin America and the Caribbean.
The Sustainable & Social Tourism Summit will bring together business leaders, government officials, academics, and civil society organizations, offering the opportunity to exchange experiences, foster partnerships, and promote tourism as a tool for inclusive development.
Registration is now open through the official website www.sustainablesocialtourism.org. GSTC and AYLAC members are eligible for a 20% discount on event registration. To access this benefit, please contact members@gstc.org to request your discount code.
During the Summit, AYLAC members are invited to an exclusive in-person meeting on Tuesday, May 21st, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Guanacaste 1 hall at the San José Convention Center. This gathering offers a valuable opportunity to connect and exchange insights.
The Sustainable & Social Tourism Summit is a civil society organization whose primary objective is to promote a culture of sustainability, solidarity, and social responsibility in tourism. Its annual forum brings together leading business people, government officials, academics, and individuals committed to making tourism a tool for comprehensive development, serving people, communities, and territories.
