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.
