Latest GSTC News and Updates

23 09, 2025

The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training for Setouchi Tourism Authority concluded successfully

Stefi2025-10-07T19:51:14+08:00September 23rd, 2025|

The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training, sponsored by the Setouchi Tourism Authority, was completed, bringing together members of the organization for an engaging and insightful learning experience from September 17 to 19, 2025, in Okayama, Japan. The training, conducted by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), provided the Setouchi Tourism Authority team with a comprehensive [...]

22 09, 2025

Destination Stewardship Report – Volume 6 Issue 1

Tiffany Chan2025-09-22T14:33:00+08:00September 22nd, 2025|

Destination Stewardship Report May - August 2025 (Volume 6, 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 [...]

18 09, 2025

GSTC at CLIA’s Ports & Destinations Dialogue 2025 in Hamburg

Stefi2025-09-18T17:53:35+08:00September 18th, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Ports & Destinations Dialogue 2025, which took place on 8–9 September in Hamburg, ahead of Seatrade Europe. The event gathered cruise lines, port authorities, destination representatives, and other key stakeholders to exchange views, identify opportunities for collaboration, and address the [...]

15 09, 2025

GSTC and Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence Partner to Advance Sustainability in Cruise Tourism

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-09-15T21:00:20+08:00September 15th, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence aimed at strengthening sustainability in the cruise tourism sector. Through this collaboration, both organizations will promote the development and delivery of sustainable tourism experiences with a particular focus on tour operators and tour guides in [...]

12 09, 2025

GSTC at PHIST 2025

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-09-12T14:40:24+08:00September 12th, 2025|

PHIST 2025, held on 1 September at Angsana Laguna Phuket, marked its eighth edition with a record of 1,300 delegates. The event brought together the hospitality and tourism industry to address environmental sustainability and community engagement under the theme “Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation.” The event program [...]

11 09, 2025

Strengthening Sustainable Tourism in Argentina: GSTC’s Engagement in Education & Hospitality

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-09-11T22:46:56+08:00September 11th, 2025|

During the last week of August and the beginning of September 2025, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) carried out an extensive agenda in Buenos Aires and Iguazú, sharing knowledge and experiences through lectures, presentations, and workshops with universities, hotel and MICE professionals, and tourism stakeholders. The program highlighted the relevance of the GSTC [...]

11 09, 2025

GSTC to join as Conference Partner of ITB Asia & MICE Show Asia 2025

Stefi2025-09-11T21:20:17+08:00September 11th, 2025|

ITB Asia is Asia’s leading travel trade show, an annual 3-day B2B trade show and convention designed to bring together key travel industry leaders in the region. The event will be held in Marina Bay Sands in Singapore from 15-17 October 2025 and will convene international exhibitors and buyers from the MICE, leisure, and [...]

11 09, 2025

The Yuluca Alliance Shares Perspectives on Regional Collaboration at GSTC2025 in Fiji

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-09-11T19:04:12+08:00September 11th, 2025|

On August 6, 2025, some of the Yuluca Alliance (AYLAC) representatives came together during the GSTC2025 Global Conference in Fiji for an informative meeting. The gathering, held on the first official day of the conference, brought together conference participants from across Latin America and the Caribbean to exchange perspectives and strengthen collaboration. Highlighting the [...]

10 09, 2025

GSTC at 2025 Goyang Destination Week

Stefi2025-09-10T17:07:43+08:00September 10th, 2025|

GSTC participated in the 8th Goyang Destination Week, August 20-23, organized in collaboration with ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association) and DI (Destinations International). This year, under the theme “Navigating the Growth of the Business Events Industry,” discussions focused on four key areas: Technology, Personalization, Sustainability, and Return on Investment (ROI). At the event, [...]

9 09, 2025

TÜV Rheinland Partners with Accor and H World, Steering the Hospitality Industry Toward Sustainable Development

Stefi2025-09-09T15:47:32+08:00September 9th, 2025|

On August 25, TÜV Rheinland Greater China (GSTC-accredited Certification Body) signed an MOU with Accor Greater China to collaborate on the GSTC Certification* across Accor’s full portfolio of brands. This cooperation aims to accelerate Accor’s sustainability roadmap while setting a benchmark for the hotel industry’s sustainable transition. At the signing ceremony and certification presentation, [...]

8 09, 2025

Open position: GSTC Training Program Coordinator

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-09-08T15:59:26+08:00September 8th, 2025|

Overview The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) seeks a Training Program Coordinator. This role covers executing various operational and administrative functions. See the GSTC Training Program Coordinator Job Description for full details. Roles & Responsibilities Ensure the maintenance of up-to-date training materials and administrative documents, and contribute to identifying training systems and market information to [...]

6 09, 2025

GSTC Auditor Training in Ankara: November 10-12, 2025

Erel Ben2025-09-25T13:10:26+08:00September 6th, 2025|

GSTC Auditor Training in Ankara, Türkiye Date: November 10-12, 2025 Location: Ankara, Türkiye Venue: Divan Ankara, Yıldızevler, Jose Marti Cd. No:2 Çankaya 06550 Ankara, Türkiye Language: Turkish Scope: GSTC Industry Criteria for Hotel and Tour operator *GSTC Auditor Training involves 3-days training class followed by two tests. In the GSTC Auditor Training Class, the [...]

3 09, 2025

GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course in Tarvisio, Italy

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-09-03T14:03:20+08:00September 3rd, 2025|

Join the official GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course in Tarvisio, Italy, in collaboration with Etifor, organized by the GSTC Italy Working Group. The training will be held on September 25th and 26th, 2025. The course is a great opportunity to get to know fellow colleagues and sustainability practitioners, enrich your understanding of Sustainable Tourism, and [...]

2 09, 2025

GSTC at Guam Visitors Bureau Membership Meeting

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-09-02T21:14:54+08:00September 2nd, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) Quarterly Membership Meeting, held on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the Dusit Thani Guam Resort and online for those unable to attend in person. Michelle Merfalen, Membership Committee Chair, did the opening remarks. The event provided updates to its members on [...]

2 09, 2025

The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training, sponsored by JTB Corp in Tokyo, concluded successfully.

Stefi2025-10-07T19:43:32+08:00September 2nd, 2025|

- The GSTC Private Sustainable Tourism Training Course, sponsored by JTB Corp for their staff and held in Tokyo from August 27 to 29, 2025, concluded successfully. A total of 26 participants attended the training at JTB Corp’s headquarters. The training was led by GSTC Trainer Dr. Mami Futagami, Emeritus Professor at Meijo University, [...]

1 09, 2025

GSTC at TTF Outlook Tourism Conference 2025

Stefi2025-09-10T18:16:40+08:00September 1st, 2025|

On Friday, 29 August, tourism leaders, policymakers, and innovators gathered at The Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) Outlook 2025 Conference at Crown Sydney, Australia, under the theme “Global Shifts, Local Strengths.” The event served as a meeting point for influential voices shaping the future of the travel and tourism industry, focusing on how global [...]

1 09, 2025

GSTC and California State University, Monterey Bay, Signed a Partnership Agreement to Advance Sustainable Tourism in Higher Education

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-09-01T16:04:08+08:00September 1st, 2025|

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 [...]

28 08, 2025

GSTC at ESTO 2025

ane@gstcouncil.org2025-08-28T21:56:34+08:00August 28th, 2025|

From August 17–19, 2025, the Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO), organized by the U.S. Travel Association, took place in Phoenix, Arizona. ESTO is a well-known gathering for U.S. destination marketing professionals in the United States that attracts leaders from across the country to share expertise and strengthen the promotion of tourism destinations. Each [...]

27 08, 2025

GSTC2025 Fiji Recordings Available Online

Stefi2025-08-27T21:48:26+08:00August 27th, 2025|

If you weren’t able to attend our Global Sustainable Tourism Conference in Fiji this year, missed out due to simultaneous sessions, or want to revisit your favorite conference sessions, recordings are now available on our YouTube channel. GSTC2025 Fiji brought together expert leaders from around the globe to share their insights and engage in [...]

27 08, 2025

Third GSTC Academic Symposium concluded successfully

Stefi2025-08-27T17:53:04+08:00August 27th, 2025|

The third GSTC Academic Symposium was held on Tuesday, August 5th, in Fiji as part of the GSTC2025 Global Conference. This one-day, in-person event marked its third edition (the previous one was held in Sweden in 2024) and brought together experts from research, academia, and the tourism sector to engage in deep, solution-oriented conversations [...]