Through its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) program, Four Seasons seeks to preserve and regenerate the places in which it operates and leave a positive, enduring impact on its communities. The company’s ESG program is centered around two pillars: Planet (environmental impact) and People (social impact). Each pillar is supported by specific activities and [...]
Traveloka sponsored the GSTC Sustainable Hotel Course in Thai, on the 4th and 5th of September 2023, for Phuket Hotels Association (PHA) Members at the Sainam Meeting Room in SAii Laguna Phuket, Thailand. The training was led by GSTC Trainer Pornpol Noithammaraj, who shared their expertise with practical examples and valuable insights. This course [...]
GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council) welcomes Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts as a member to the Council. The GSTC is an independent and neutral organization that represents a diverse and global membership, including national and provincial governments, leading travel companies, hotels, tour operators, NGO’s, individuals and communities – all striving to achieve best practices [...]
Japan Airlines Joins GSTC Japan Airlines (JAL) was established in 1951 as the first wholly Japanese commercial airline post-war and celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2021. It is a member of the oneworld Alliance and operates a number of businesses centered on international air transportation. Sustainability Commitment Japan Airlines is striving for net zero [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) announced last April the development of new criteria sets, GSTC MICE Criteria and GSTC Attraction Criteria, with support from the Singapore Tourism Board STB. The GSTC MICE Criteria (covering Venues, Event Organizers, and Events/Exhibitions) and GSTC Attraction Criteria, aim to serve as the global sustainability standards for both industries. [...]
ITB Asia is being held at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, on the 25- 27 of October 2023. This annually held B2B trade show and convention for the travel industry, is organized by Messe Berlin (Singapore) Pte Ltd and supported by the Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau. ITB Asia is co-located with MICE Show Asia [...]
In the ashes of the pandemic, sustainable tourism has emerged as the next frontier of travel. A sea of change catalyzed by border restrictions saw hitherto overcrowded destinations rejuvenated by the absence of human traffic. People have taken notice and are keen to play their part—in essence, being responsible. A recent American Express Travel [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Criteria (v1.2 July 2023) has gained GSTC-Recognized status, meaning it has been fully recognized as equivalent to the GSTC Industry Criteria. Qualmark is the first GSTC-Recognized Standard developed in New Zealand that aims to help tourism businesses become [...]
Every year, billions of people travel for family visits, vacation, and business, making travel and tourism one of the largest industries in the world. Representing a whopping 10% of the global economy, it supplies millions of jobs, benefits countless communities, and is the largest source of revenue that helps finance the world's 202,000 protected [...]
The GSTC Board of Directors plays an integral role in the leadership of the organization. Most seats on the board are filled via annual elections of and by current members of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. The GSTC Election Committee has validated the votes and released the results of the 2023 election. Three board [...]
Join the first in-person official GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course in Padova, Italy, in collaboration with Etifor, organized by the GSTC Italy Working Group. The training will be held in English on the 24th and 25th of September. The course is a great opportunity to get to know fellow colleagues and sustainability practitioners, enrich your [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) recently held a significant training event in Moldova from the 15th to the 17th of August, 2023. The National Inbound and Domestic Tourism Association of Moldova (ANTRIM) and Chemonics International organized the courses in Chisinau, Republic of Moldova. The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training aimed to equip participants with [...]
The Finance Minister of Vanuatu, Mr. John Salong, inaugurated the two-day GSTC training on Sustainable Tourism, on the 7th of August 2023 in Port Vila, Vanuatu. From left to right: Jerry Spooner, Regenerative Vanua’s Executive Director, Vanuatu’s Finance Minister Mr. John Salong and GSTC’s Vice Chair CB Ramkumar. The training was organized [...]
Destination Stewardship Report Summer 2023 May-August (Volume 4, Issue 1) 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 world. [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Summer 2023 (Volume 4, Issue 1) This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report (Summer 2023, Volume 4, Issue 1), a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. Tulpar Kol Lake offers stunning views [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Summer 2023 (Volume 4, Issue 1) This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report (Summer 2023, Volume 4, Issue 1), a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. Crowds flood the streets in Diamantina [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Summer 2023 (Volume 4, Issue 1) This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report (Summer 2023, Volume 4, Issue 1), a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. The hilly and volcanic Nacula Island, [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Summer 2023 (Volume 4, Issue 1) This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report (Summer 2023, Volume 4, Issue 1), a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. The medieval Marine Gate is the [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Summer 2023 (Volume 4, Issue 1) This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report (Summer 2023, Volume 4, Issue 1), a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. A Spirit Bear scans the shallow [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Summer 2023 (Volume 4, Issue 1) This post is from the Destination Stewardship Report (Summer 2023, Volume 4, Issue 1), a publication that provides practical information and insights useful to anyone whose work or interests involve improving destination stewardship in a post-pandemic world. The crystal clear waters and the [...]
