World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Development Index 2024: Tourism is Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels, but Challenges Remain

22 05, 2024

World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Development Index 2024: Tourism is Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels, but Challenges Remain

Stefi2024-06-04T21:21:34+08:00May 22nd, 2024|

High-income economies in Europe and Asia-Pacific continue to lead the World Economic Forum Travel and Tourism Index, with the United States, Spain and Japan topping the rankings again. Despite post-pandemic growth, the global tourism sector still faces complex challenges, with recovery varied by region; only marginal overall score improvements since the 2021 edition. Developing [...]

21 05, 2024

GSTC was present at the 6th International Congress on Rural Tourism in Croatia

Stefi2024-05-23T18:57:14+08:00May 21st, 2024|

The 6th International Congress on Rural Tourism was held in Split, Croatia, from April 10 to 13, 2024, under the slogan “Rural Tourism: Sustainable, Digital, Inclusive.” The event provided a comprehensive exploration of various aspects of rural tourism, including themes like “European Rural Space: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow,” “Rural Tourism: A Sustainable Alternative,” “Special Forms [...]

21 05, 2024

The Apurva Kempinski Bali Hotel Achieves the First GSTC Certification in Indonesia by a GSTC-Accredited Certification Body

Stefi2024-05-21T17:56:23+08:00May 21st, 2024|

Apurva Kempinski Bali became the first hotel in Indonesia GSTC-Certified by Control Union, a GSTC-Accredited Certification Body. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) manages the GSTC Criteria, the global standards for sustainable travel and tourism and provides international accreditation for sustainable tourism Certification Bodies. Accredited means that a Certification Body (CB) has been verified [...]

20 05, 2024

The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training, sponsored by the Japan Tourism Agency (JTA), concluded successfully.

Stefi2025-02-20T23:09:45+08:00May 20th, 2024|

The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course, sponsored by the Japan Tourism Agency (JTA), held in Tokyo, Japan, between the 13th and 15th of May 2024, concluded successfully. GSTC’s General Manager, Roi Ariel, was present at the training along with GSTC’s Market Development Manager, Rita Kuan, and spoke about the importance of the GSTC Criteria, the [...]

20 05, 2024

Public Consultation Open – GSTC Accreditation Manual For Destination Certification Bodies

Stefi2024-05-20T19:51:31+08:00May 20th, 2024|

We invite tourism industry stakeholders to participate in the Public Consultation on the revision of the GSTC Accreditation Manual For Destination Certification Bodies v.2.0, which will run for 100 days starting from today, May 20th, 2024, to August 28th, 2024. About the GSTC Accreditation Manual For Destination Certification Bodies v.2.0: The GSTC Accreditation Manual [...]

20 05, 2024

GSTC was present at Fiji’s Tourism Super Week

Stefi2024-05-20T17:25:43+08:00May 20th, 2024|

Fiji’s Tourism Super Week, held from April 30th to May 3rd, brought together industry leaders, local businesses, and international experts to discuss and promote sustainable tourism. Hosted by Tourism Fiji, the event featured a series of workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to provide participants with new insights and knowledge in the tourism [...]

20 05, 2024

GSTC Japan Members Meeting concluded successfully

Stefi2024-05-20T17:14:54+08:00May 20th, 2024|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) held a workshop for its Japanese members in Tokyo on May 13th, 2024. The event, organized in collaboration with JTB Corp, took place at the JTB Tennozu Head Office Building. The workshop provided a platform for GSTC Japan Members to engage in interactive sessions, discussions, and presentations focusing [...]

19 05, 2024

Jorge Moller, Latin America Program Director of GSTC, Coordinator of the ‘Hydraulic Circuit for Sustainable Tourism in the Antofagasta Region’ Project

Stefi2024-07-19T18:57:31+08:00May 19th, 2024|

Water scarcity is a pressing global issue, affecting billions of people worldwide. It arises when the demand for water exceeds the available supply, often due to factors such as climate change, population growth, and inefficient water use. Regions like Atacama, known for their arid conditions, face significant challenges in ensuring sustainable water management. Addressing [...]

18 05, 2024

Gathering of Destination Managers: “Sustainable Tourism in Colombia: Perspectives from Territorial Governance”

Stefi2024-06-05T18:13:42+08:00May 18th, 2024|

With various perspectives on territorial governance, Colombia + Competitiva brought together more than 20 destinations from across the country over two days to chart the course towards The 1st Latin America and Caribbean Sustainable Tourism Summit of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) at the Gathering of Destination Managers event under the theme “Sustainable [...]

17 05, 2024

GSTC Chair Luigi Cabrini, Recognized at the Ibero-American Forum on Sustainable Tourism 2024 for Leadership in Sustainability

Stefi2024-06-05T17:51:15+08:00May 17th, 2024|

The Ibero-American Forum on Sustainable Tourism (TuriSOS) brought together thirty speakers from over 15 countries in its fifth edition on May 10th at Andalucía Lab, Marbella-Málaga, Spain. GSTC Chair Luigi Cabrini participated in the roundtable “Climate Change, SDGs 2030 & Travel Agencies” along with Javier Cortés, Co-Director of Lead Sustainability, Jordi Martí Utset, President [...]

16 05, 2024

Destination DC joins GSTC

Stefi2024-05-16T16:39:40+08:00May 16th, 2024|

Destination DC has joined as a Member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Destination DC (DDC) is the official destination marketing organization for the United States of America's nation’s capital. It is a private, non-profit membership organization committed to marketing the area as a global convention, tourism, and events destination, with a special [...]

16 05, 2024

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 4, Issue 3

Tiffany Chan2024-05-16T17:23:02+08:00May 16th, 2024|

Destination Stewardship Report January - April 2024 (Volume 4, 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 [...]

16 05, 2024

Durango: Destination Stewardship in Action

Tiffany Chan2024-05-16T03:33:06+08:00May 16th, 2024|

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 4, Issue 3 This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report, a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. Durango by drone. All photos courtesy Visit Durango. A [...]

16 05, 2024

Djurgården Shows How To Collaborate

Tiffany Chan2024-05-16T02:33:18+08:00May 16th, 2024|

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 4, Issue 3 This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report, a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. Entry to Royal Djurgården. Images courtesy Royal Djurgården Society. Djurgården Shows How To [...]

16 05, 2024

Rapa Nui: Memories of the Future

Tiffany Chan2024-06-11T06:52:24+08:00May 16th, 2024|

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 4, Issue 3 This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report, a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. Rapa Nui’s famous moai statues. Rapa Nui: Memories of [...]

16 05, 2024

Indigenous Tourism eLibrary Offers Guidance for Destinations

Tiffany Chan2024-05-16T01:58:30+08:00May 16th, 2024|

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 4, Issue 3 This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report, a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. Indigenous Tourism eLibrary Offers Guidance for Destinations A remarkable, easy-to-use online [...]

16 05, 2024

50 Years of Cycling and Conservation

Tiffany Chan2024-05-16T01:44:16+08:00May 16th, 2024|

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 4, Issue 3 This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report, a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. Birdwatching by bicycle, Baie de Somme. All photos courtesy Top [...]

16 05, 2024

Yoron Island Reaches for the Stars

Tiffany Chan2024-05-16T01:25:07+08:00May 16th, 2024|

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 4, Issue 3 This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report, a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. Yoron Island: Empty horizon, flawless sky. (Photos courtesy Yoron Tourist [...]

15 05, 2024

Pan Pacific Hotels Group joins GSTC

Stefi2024-05-15T17:58:54+08:00May 15th, 2024|

Pan Pacific Hotels Group has joined as a Member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Pan Pacific Hotels Group is a global hospitality company with over 50 hotels, resorts, and serviced suites under three brands: Pan Pacific, PARKROYAL COLLECTION, and PARKROYAL, in more than 30 cities across Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe. [...]

15 05, 2024

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council launches GSTC Recognition for MICE Sustainability Standards

Stefi2024-05-15T14:14:21+08:00May 15th, 2024|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that Sustainable MICE Standards can apply and seek Recognition to adhere to the GSTC MICE Criteria. The GSTC MICE Criteria was developed for Venues, Event Organizers, and Events & Exhibitions, aiming to guide businesses toward implementing sustainable practices in response to the growing focus [...]