The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) will partner with WTM London to deliver a Masterclass titled “Cutting Through the Noise: Your Step-by-Step to Credible Sustainability Success” on the 5th of November, during WTM London 2025 in the ICC Maritime Suites from 10:00h to 12:00h. Led by Dr. Mihee Kang, GSTC Chief Assurance Officer, and [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) signed a partnership agreement to deepen collaboration around sustainable tourism, strengthening the bridge between academic innovation and industry practice. CSUMB is a public university in the Monterey Bay region of California, committed to supporting innovation and sustainability in higher education through [...]
City Destinations Alliance has released a white paper titled “The Score is Not the Story”, offering a comprehensive reflection on the role of sustainability indexes and certifications in urban tourism management. The publication provides insights into how cities across Europe are using these tools to advance their sustainability agendas, foster collaboration, and align with [...]
What motivates travelers to adopt sustainable behaviours? A new report co-produced by Accor, Booking.com, and the University of Surrey delves into this question through an in-depth study. It includes 24 traveler interviews, the journey analysis of 22 additional travelers, and rigorous lab-based behavioral research with 67 participants. The study was designed to help address [...]
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 [...]
The 2023 Responsible Business Report from Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) showcases the company’s commitment to sustainable development and responsible tourism. RHG has been a GSTC Member since 2022, and this comprehensive report outlines RHG’s progress and strategic objectives as it strives to meet its net zero goal by 2050 while delivering sustainable hospitality experiences. [...]
Royal Caribbean Group’s annual ‘Seastainability Report’ communicates its environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy and performance. The content of the report was shaped by their 2021 materiality assessment and ESG framework and is guided by their commitment to SEA the Future. Following the release of its 2020, 2021 and 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance [...]
Continuing the steps showcased in their reports in their ESG Report 2021 and ESG Report 2022, Amex GBT underscores its commitment to reducing the environmental footprint of business travel while setting benchmarks for the industry in their 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. Advancing Sustainability: Key Highlights Amex GBT has integrated sustainability into [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is partnering with Content With Purpose (CWP) to create Travel Redefined: Tourism for People and Planet, a wide-ranging digital film series that will explore the world of sustainable travel and tourism. The series aims to build global awareness of tourism’s potential to drive positive social, cultural, environmental, and [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the standard “Singapore MICE Sustainability Certification (MSC) Framework” has gained GSTC-Recognized Standard status, meaning that it has been fully recognized as equivalent to the GSTC MICE Criteria Version 1.0. Developed by Singapore Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (SACEOS), with the [...]
Booking Holdings 2023 Sustainability Report showcases its continued efforts and achievements in promoting sustainable tourism. Under its mission to make experiencing the world easier for everyone, Booking Holdings is committed to reducing environmental impact, supporting people, and enabling more sustainable travel. Reducing Environmental Impact Booking Holdings achieved an 84% reduction in absolute Scope 1 [...]
JTB’s 2023 Sustainability Report highlights the company’s commitment to fostering sustainable tourism practices while aligning with global sustainability standards. In line with the JTB Sustainability Report 2022, JTB’s 2023 Sustainability report outlines JTB’s comprehensive strategies for enriching the travel experience, nurturing the environment, and fostering partnerships that drive collective action for sustainability. Advancing Sustainability: [...]
In line with the Ascott Limited 2022 Sustainability Report and through Ascott CARES, its sustainability program, they drive its environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts to safeguard the environment, uplift lives and build trust with its stakeholders. Ascott Limited's 2023 report reflects their ongoing efforts towards meeting Ascott CARES commitments across its global portfolio [...]
B&B Hotels’ 2023 Sustainability Report, offers a comprehensive overview of the company’s initiatives to integrate sustainability into its operations. On page 33 of the Report, Camilla Garcia-Quijano, Co-Chair of B Lab France, and Roi Ariel, General Manager of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), share their thoughts on how certifications are pushing the industry [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to highlight key insights from Visit Sweden's article, “Environmentally and Climate-Smart Solutions Are the Key,” (Miljö- och klimatsmarta lösningar är nyckeln) which builds on discussions from the #GSTC2024Sweden International Conference held in Stockholm in April 2024. The theme of this conference, “Purposeful Travel,” emphasized the critical [...]
The half-day Sustainability Conclave for the hotel industry successfully held on the 4th of October 2024 in India, brought together key players from the hospitality sector to raise awareness and foster the adoption of the LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) initiative, as envisioned by the Government of India. Held with the mission to address pressing [...]
In April 2024, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), in collaboration with Visit Sweden and the Agency for Growth (Tillväxtverket), held the #GSTC2024Sweden International Conference in Stockholm, focusing on “Purposeful Travel.” This event brought tourism leaders and experts together to discuss sustainable growth in the tourism sector, with a special focus on Sweden’s long-term [...]
In April 2024, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) hosted #GSTC2024Sweden International Conference on "Purposeful Travel", in collaboration with Visit Sweden and the Agency for Growth (Tillväxtverket). To convey key insights, Visit Sweden summarized the event in six articles on “Sustainable Hospitality” (Hållbar Besöksnäring). ‘’Build a Thriving Place Through Innovation and Conscious Governance’’ (Bygg [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) focused on Purposeful Travel at the #GSTC2024Sweden Global Conference held the April 2024 in Stockholm. To share key insights, Visit Sweden summarized the event in six articles on “Sustainable Hospitality” (Hållbar Besöksnäring), covering why the international conference was important for Sweden, what GSTC represents, and highlights from several [...]
In April 2024, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) held the #GSTC2024Sweden International Conference in Stockholm centered on "Purposeful Travel", in collaboration with Visit Sweden and the Agency for Growth (Tillväxtverket). To share key insights, Visit Sweden summarized the event in six articles on “Sustainable Hospitality” (Hållbar Besöksnäring). ‘’Social Issues - Welcoming and Inclusive’’ [...]
