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 [...]
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 [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 5, 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. Self-Assessment Tool Empowers Destinations A new user-friendly self-assessment tool is making it easier for destinations [...]
Schedule | Testimonials | Certificate | Trainer & Presenters | Registration Info | Discounts Sustainable Tourism Online Course for Industry Professionals The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Program (STTP) provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in travel and tourism. The training covers the GSTC Standards [...]
The Accessible and Inclusive Travel Online Course, held from April 14 to 18, 2025, brought together tourism professionals to enhance their knowledge of accessible and inclusive sustainable tourism practices. The training explored practical strategies for implementation, equipping participants with the tools to better serve travelers with disabilities and access needs. The course was led [...]
The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course, held on April 16-17, 2025, at the Mercure Jakarta Cikini, in partnership with Wise Steps Consulting (WSC), brought together professionals from Jakarta, Indonesia, to enhance their knowledge of sustainable tourism practices and explore practical strategies for implementation. Led by GSTC Trainer Mochamad Nalendra, who shared his knowledge and practical [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 5, 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. Thanks to a new city system, community members work together [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 5, 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. A group of Indigenous Tacana women display some of their [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 5, 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. How Marine Protected Areas Address Overtourism When shorelines, coral reefs, and small islands are involved, [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 5, 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. Milky What? Worldwide, destinations still graced with brilliantly starry skies are discovering they have an [...]
Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 5, 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. The Kasbah du Toubkal stands watch beneath its namesake mountain. Photo courtesy Kasbah du [...]
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 [...]
The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course, held on April 09-11, 2025, at the Ixora Meeting Room, Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur, in partnership with Pan Pacific Hotel Group, brought together professionals from the hospitality sector to enhance their knowledge of sustainable tourism practices. Led by GSTC Trainer Kingston Khoo, who shared his knowledge and practical expertise, [...]
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 [...]
Schedule | Testimonials | Certificate | Trainer & Presenters | Registration Info | Discounts Sustainable Tourism Online Course for Industry Professionals The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in travel and tourism. The course covers the GSTC Standards (formerly known [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
