GSTC

5 03, 2026

GSTC Publishes Revised GSTC Accreditation Manual v5.0 for Certification Bodies – Industry

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-03-06T15:33:47+08:003월 5th, 2026|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has published a revised version 5.0 of the GSTC Accreditation Manual for Certification Bodies – Hotel/Accommodation, Tour Operator, MICE, and Attraction. This version reflects the expansion of accreditation scopes to include MICE (covering venues, event organizers, and events/exhibitions) and Attraction certification. The revised Manual was approved on March [...]

5 03, 2026

TOKYU HOTELS joins GSTC

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-03-05T17:55:33+08:003월 5th, 2026|

TOKYU HOTELS has joined as a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) TOKYU HOTELS is a hotel brand operated by the Tokyu Group, managing a portfolio of hotels across Japan. Through its hotel operations, the company provides accommodation and hospitality services across a range of brands, serving both business and leisure travelers [...]

4 03, 2026

Advancing Sustainable Events: GSTC MICE Standard Webinar and Training in Spanish

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-03-04T16:36:19+08:003월 4th, 2026|

The MICE sector is increasingly integrating sustainability into its planning and operations, driven by evolving industry expectations and the need for more responsible and sustainable practices. In this context, having clear, practical frameworks is essential to support consistent, measurable implementation. The GSTC MICE Standard was launched last year (for Venues, Event Organizers, and Events [...]

3 03, 2026

GSTC and ECF Sign Memorandum of Understanding

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-03-03T16:20:02+08:003월 3rd, 2026|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and the European Cyclists’ Federation (ECF), transnational coordinator of EuroVelo, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a formal framework for cooperation. This Memorandum of Understanding reflects a shared interest in advancing sustainability principles and encouraging greater alignment between tourism, mobility, and responsible development. Through this [...]

2 03, 2026

GSTC at APEC Workshop on KPIs and Sustainable Tourism in Lima, Peru

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-03-02T19:12:58+08:003월 2nd, 2026|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the international in-person ‘’Workshop to Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Environmental, Social and Economic Issues for Tourism Enterprises, under the framework of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in Lima, Peru, on February 25 and 26, 2026. The workshop formed part of an APEC project aimed at [...]

27 02, 2026

GSTC Auditor Training in Milan for Destination: June 3-4, 2026

Erel Ben2026-02-27T20:50:51+08:002월 27th, 2026|

GSTC Auditor Training in Milan, Italy Date: June 3-4, 2026 Location: Milan, Italy Venue: TBU Language: English Scope: GSTC Destination Standard Important Notice - Please note that this training covers the GSTC Standards for Destinations, not for Hotels & Tour Operators. *This training may be canceled if the minimum number of participants is [...]

5 02, 2026

AYLAC to be present at WTM Latin America 2026

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-02-05T23:30:46+08:002월 5th, 2026|

The Yuluca Alliance (AYLAC) will be present at WTM Latin America 2026, taking place from April 14-16, 2026, in São Paulo, Brazil. During the event, Jorge Moller, GSTC Latin America & Caribbean Program Director, will participate in the session “Sustainable Management and Certification: Pathways for Implementing the GSTC Standards in Latin America and the [...]

30 01, 2026

GSTC Auditor Training in Istanbul for Destination: March 12-13, 2026

Erel Ben2026-02-19T17:08:38+08:001월 30th, 2026|

GSTC Auditor Training in Istanbul, Turkiye Date: March 12-13, 2026 Location: Istanbul, Turkiye Venue: TITANIC PORT BAKIRKOY Language: English Scope: GSTC Destination Standard Important Notice - Please note that this training covers the GSTC Standards for Destinations, not for Hotels & Tour Operators. *This training may be canceled if the minimum number of [...]

29 01, 2026

GSTC Auditor Training in Phuket (H): April 18-20, 2026

Erel Ben2026-03-09T18:54:59+08:001월 29th, 2026|

GSTC Auditor Training in Phuket (H): April 18-20, 2026 GSTC Auditor Training in Thailand Date: April 18-20, 2026 Location: Phuket, Thailand Venue: Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town Hotel Language: English Scope: GSTC Hotel Standard IMPORTANT UPDATE: This training will focus on the revised Hotel Standard (v4 - 2025). Participants are expected to [...]

25 01, 2026

GSTC Auditor Training in Phuket for Destination: April 19-20, 2026

Erel Ben2026-03-09T18:55:40+08:001월 25th, 2026|

GSTC Auditor Training in Phuket for Destination: April 19-20, 2026 GSTC Auditor Training in Phuket, Thailand Date: April 19-20, 2026 Location: Phuket, Thailand Venue: Venue: Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town Hotel Language: English Scope: GSTC Destination Standard Important Notice - Please note that this training covers the GSTC Standards for Destinations, not [...]

15 01, 2026

Successful GSTC Destination Assessment in Phuket, Thailand

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-02-20T19:49:06+08:001월 15th, 2026|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Destination Assessment of Phuket took place between October 2024 and September 2025. It provided a comprehensive overview of the region’s sustainable tourism practices across four key pillars: Sustainable Management, Socio-economic Sustainability, Cultural Sustainability, and Environmental Sustainability. Phuket is Thailand’s largest island and a well-established tourism destination located in [...]

5 01, 2026

GSTC Launches Futures Lab for Sustainable Tourism

Stefi2026-01-05T14:34:32+08:001월 5th, 2026|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has launched the GSTC Futures Lab for Sustainable Tourism, a new initiative aimed at strengthening the role of research, data, and evidence-based insights in advancing sustainable tourism globally. The Futures Lab has been established to support GSTC’s mission of increasing knowledge, understanding, and adoption of sustainable tourism practices. [...]

30 12, 2025

The GSTC Industry Standard Revision has concluded successfully

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-12-30T21:32:08+08:0012월 30th, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the revision process for the GSTC Industry Standard for Hotels and Tour Operators, version 3. As a result, the previous single standard (GSTC Industry Standard), which included two sets of suggested performance indicators for hotels and tour operators, has now [...]

23 12, 2025

GSTC Academic Symposium 4th Edition – Call for Papers is now Open

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-02-17T17:00:27+08:0012월 23rd, 2025|

The 4th GSTC Academic Symposium will be held in Phuket, Thailand, on April 21st, just before the 2026 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference. This one-day in-person symposium convenes researchers, academics, and practitioners to engage in diverse dialogues on sustainability in tourism, following the same established methodology that has guided previous editions. The program brings together academic [...]

22 12, 2025

First GSTC Attraction Online Course opens in January 2026

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-12-22T20:49:20+08:0012월 22nd, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is announcing the launch of its very first training course dedicated to the tourism attractions industry: the GSTC Sustainable Attraction Online Course. The course will help businesses and organizations understand how to integrate sustainability into the development, management, and daily operations of tourist attractions. This inaugural course marks [...]

22 12, 2025

GSTC at the Smart and Sustainable Tourism Conference in Venice

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-12-22T20:40:20+08:0012월 22nd, 2025|

The international conference “Smart and Sustainable Tourism: Impacts, Approaches and Solutions” took place on 5 December 2025 at the IUAV University of Venice. The event was organised within the framework of the Interreg Italy–Croatia Program, co-funded by the European Union, and developed under the ADRIJO ROUTES project. The conference brought [...]

22 12, 2025

GSTC at the CETT Tourism Policy Dialogue

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-12-22T20:36:35+08:0012월 22nd, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the CETT Tourism Policy Dialogue, held on 3 December 2025 at the Hotel Universitari Alimara in Barcelona; a one-day event focused on climate change and its impact on tourism. The dialogue brought together national and international experts for a program that included keynote presentations, case studies, [...]

12 12, 2025

GSTC at the Sustainability Week in Quintana Roo, Cancun

ane@gstcouncil.org2026-01-30T17:38:03+08:0012월 12th, 2025|

As part of the visit of Jorge Moller, Program Director for Latin America & Caribbean of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), Sustainability Week took place in Quintana Roo, Cancun. The agenda brought together university students, public authorities, academia, and the business sector around a shared goal: to reflect on [...]

9 12, 2025

The Bahamas Strengthens Destination Stewardship with New Councils, in Partnership with GSTC

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-12-09T22:24:51+08:0012월 9th, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation (BMoTIA), a GSTC Member, celebrate the formation of the new Destination Stewardship Councils (DSCs) on the islands of Inagua and Andros (North Andros District) in October 2025. With the inclusion of the two latest Councils, The BMOTIA has successfully [...]

3 12, 2025

GSTC Congratulates Centara for Achieving Full Certification Across All Properties

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-12-03T20:48:30+08:0012월 3rd, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) congratulates Centara Hotels & Resorts for achieving full certification across all 42 of its properties worldwide. This achievement marks a significant milestone in Centara’s sustainability journey, demonstrating its commitment to responsible hospitality. Centara first aligned its internal sustainability framework, Centara EarthCare, with the GSTC Hotel Standard, the global [...]