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16 09, 2014

The GSTC Unveils New Criteria Translations

2020-09-06T14:06:28+08:00September 16th, 2014|

Washington, D.C. (September 11, 2014) The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) announces the GSTC Criteria are now translated into a variety of languages and available for download by the public. The translation of the Criteria was a collaborative effort from organizations and individuals from around the globe. Portions of the criteria are available in the [...]

11 09, 2014

GSTC Announces 2014 Board Election Results

2020-05-13T18:01:30+08:00September 11th, 2014|

Washington, D.C. (September 11, 2014) The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) announces the winners of its 2014 Board of Directors election. The 21-seat board consists of 12 elected seats, of which 7 were open for election or re-election this year. Three current board members were re-elected: Jane Ashton (TUI Travel, United [...]

9 09, 2014

GSTC CEO Randy Durband Speaks on Sustainable Tourism in New York and Mexico.

2014-09-09T21:47:47+08:00September 9th, 2014|

WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 9, 2014)–  At the UN Department of Public Information (DPI) Annual NGO Conference, held August 27th to August 29th, GSTC’s CEO Randy Durband, presented at a workshop focusing on sustainable tourism’s role in addressing global issues. Also presenting at the workshop was GSTC Co-Chair, Dr. Kelly Bricker, and GSTC Member Dr. David [...]

4 09, 2014

Announcing Sustainable Tourism Workshop with Sustainable Riviera Maya

2017-03-04T16:43:59+08:00September 4th, 2014|

Washington D.C., USA (September 4, 2014) This December in Riviera Maya, Mexico, Sustainable Riviera Maya (SRM) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) will host a workshop on sustainable destinations and the application of the GSTC Criteria. This workshop will explore the intersection of sustainable development and tourism, and provide practical guidance on adopting the Global [...]

1 09, 2014

GSTC at ATMEX Summit 2014

2020-05-15T11:17:00+08:00September 1st, 2014|

GSTC’s CEO, Randy Durband, will present at the ATMEX Summit in Chiapas Mexico on Friday August 29th.  The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) and Visit Mexico will host the ATMEX Summit August 22-29 in Chiapas, Mexico.  Durband’s presentation will focus on the GSTC Criteria for Destinations and Early Adopter Program [...]

27 08, 2014

Myanmar Taking Notice of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council

2020-09-06T14:06:49+08:00August 27th, 2014|

Washington D.C., USA (August 25, 2014) Industry and Government policy makers in the emerging South East Asian nation of Myanmar (also known as Burma) are increasingly being guided by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Criteria. The country of Myanmar is expected to receive 3 million international visitors this year (2014), up from 2 million in [...]

26 08, 2014

GSTC and GLP Films Announce Strategic Partnership

2014-08-26T21:18:32+08:00August 26th, 2014|

Partnership to Showcase Sustainable Destination Development through Storytelling & Film; Leverages New Global Stakeholder Distribution Network Los Angeles, CA, USA (August 13, 2014) – GLP Films (GLP), a hybrid film production and marketing company, and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), a leader in establishing and managing standards for sustainable tourism, have formalized a strategic [...]

13 08, 2014

Riviera Maya, Mexico

2014-08-13T16:39:25+08:00August 13th, 2014|

The Riviera Maya's rich cultural and natural heritage attracts approximately 4 million tourists a year. It is a world-class destination featuring the best of ancient and living Mayan culture. The Riviera Maya is home to both beautiful beaches and biodiversity, including the Mesoamerican Reef System, which is the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere. [...]

13 08, 2014

St. Croix, Virgin Islands

2014-08-13T16:26:23+08:00August 13th, 2014|

St. Croix is a destination teeming with natural beauty, rich culture, flavorful cuisine, and a complex but fascinating history. "Unique" and "authentic" are words that locals will happily throw around, and with good cause; St. Croix is the only island on its continental plate, providing a topographical contrast to its volcanic neighbors. In addition to [...]

5 08, 2014

GSTC Regional Meeting in Cambodia, September 2014

2020-05-16T08:28:51+08:00August 5th, 2014|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council invited its members and industry professionals to the GSTC Regional Meeting in Phnom Penh, Cambodia on September 17, 2014. The meeting coincided with the Responsible Travel Pavilion at PATA Travel Mart. Following a brief presentation on current GSTC activities and future plans, participants engaged in [...]

15 07, 2014

Upcoming Board Nominations & Elections

2014-07-15T19:43:42+08:00July 15th, 2014|

The GSTC 2014 Board Elections are now open for nominations! The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is now welcoming nominations and applications for board members, including self-nominations, now, through July 31. Board members of the GSTC will provide balanced and broad geographical representation, insight, expertise, and commitment to the highest operational authority for the organization, [...]

26 06, 2014

GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training in Maharashtra

2021-05-25T15:26:01+08:00June 26th, 2014|

June 26, 2014 - The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce the launch of the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Program. The training program is designed to educate travel and tourism professionals on key factors needed to integrate sustainability into a destination, business or organization. Highlights include discussions about current best practices, [...]

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