Many GSTC members and stakeholders seek GSTC’s views on Travalyst’s recent publication of their “certification”-based accommodations initiative. They appreciate that in 2016 GSTC launched the first and still-only tourism-based accreditation service for placing marks on certification bodies that provide solid evidence of competence, rigor, and impartiality. This statement is provided in response to that interest [...]
Destination Stewardship Report May - August 2024 (Volume 5, 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 [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s (GSTC) Hotel Sustainability Training for Industry Professionals, organized in partnership with Agoda and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), successfully concluded on the 6th of September 2024. This two-day training held in Cebu, Philippines, aimed to equip hoteliers with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement sustainable tourism [...]
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 [...]
Hotelga, an event for Latin America's hospitality and gastronomy industries organized by Fehgra (The Argentine Hotel and Gastronomy Business Federation), AHT (The Argentine Hotel and Tourism Association), and Messe Frankfurt Argentina, took place from August 28 to 30, 2024, at La Rural Trade Center in Buenos Aires. The event brought together professionals, entrepreneurs, and [...]
HRS Group has joined as a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). HRS, a global corporate lodging and payment technology platform and developer of the Green Stay Initiative, is now a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. HRS’ focus on developing new technologies that efficiently serve business travelers and corporate hotel programs [...]
DASTA Loei sponsored the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training for their tourism stakeholders in Chiang Khan in Loei Province, Thailand. The training was held from the 4th to the 5th of September, 2024, and was led by GSTC Trainer Pornpol Noithammaraj, who shared his knowledge and expertise with practical examples and valuable insights. The GSTC [...]
tiket.com becomes a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). A leading online travel agent (OTA) and lifestyle app with over 50 million users globally, tiket.com, has officially joined the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). The platform serves as a comprehensive online marketplace, offering a wide range of products and services, including flights, [...]
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’’ [...]
Du 24 septembre au 24 octobre 2024, le premier Cours en Ligne de Tourisme Durable en Français a été couronné de succès. La formation a été facilitée par Tourisme Cantons-de-l'Est et animée par les formatrices du GSTC, Catherine Germier-Hamel et Sonja Gottlebe, qui ont partagé leurs connaissances approfondies à l'aide d'exemples pratiques et de [...]
The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course sponsored by JTB for their employees and stakeholders held from the 27th to the 29th of August at JTB Headquarters in Tokyo, concluded successfully. A total of 28 participants successfully attended the training in Tokyo, Japan. The course was led by GSTC Trainer Mami Futagami, Dr. Professor Emeritus at [...]
Petra Development and Tourism Region Authority (PDTRA) has joined as a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). Located in the rugged mountains of southern Jordan, Petra is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world and was declared as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Petra is located 240 km south [...]
Tobu Top Tours has joined as a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Tobu Top Tours, a travel agency in Japan, offers an extensive range of travel services and experiences. The company provides online reservations for hotels and various tours, catering to both domestic and international travelers. Tobu Top Tours is part [...]
Traveloka sponsored the second GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training in Bali, Indonesia, which was held in the 1O1 Bali Fontana Seminyak, from August 28-30, 2024. The training was led by GSTC Trainers, Nalendra Mochamad and Herdi Andrariladchi, who shared their knowledge and expertise with practical examples and valuable insights. Mr. Randy Durband, GSTC CEO, was present [...]
Establishing commitment to sustainable tourism activities in the Silver State Located in the American West, Nevada is a state of contrasts. From the snow-capped mountain peaks of Lake Tahoe and the Ruby Mountains to the stunning desert terrain found in the southern portion of the state, Nevada serves up remarkable views along every bend [...]
The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course sponsored by Vorarlberg State Tourism Board held from the 22nd to the 23rd of August, 2024 in Austria, concluded successfully. A total of 19 participants successfully attended the training held at the Hittisau Women's Museum. The course was led by GSTC Trainers Holger [...]
Comune di Siena has joined as a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). The Comune di Siena is a municipal entity located in the Tuscany region of Italy. Known for its rich history, Siena is distinguished by its well-preserved medieval architecture and cultural heritage. The municipality manages various aspects of local governance, [...]
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 2024 election. Two board [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s (GSTC) Hotel Sustainability Training for Industry Professionals, organized in partnership with Agoda and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), successfully concluded on August 2nd, 2024. This two-day training, held in Colombo, Sri Lanka aimed to equip hoteliers with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement sustainable tourism practices [...]
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that Dream&Charme has gained the GSTC-Accredited Certification Body status. Dream&Charme is an Italy-based international certification body with headquarters in Milan, Italy. The company, founded in 2006, is dedicated to maintaining high standards in the hospitality industry, focusing on sustainable practices and hospitality reliability across [...]
