Latest GSTC News and Updates

3 07, 2023

Agoda Strengthens Commitment to Sustainable Tourism in Thailand through Continued Partnership with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council

Stefi2023-07-03T16:50:58+08:00July 3rd, 2023|

Agoda, a global digital travel platform, has partnered with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) to support hotels in Thailand develop sustainable tourism practices. Bangkok, Thailand – 3 July 2023 – Agoda and the GSTC are pleased to announce the continuation of the successful collaboration in organizing the Sustainable Tourism Course. Following the achievements [...]

30 06, 2023

Cabo Verde Gains GSTC-Recognized Status

Stefi2023-06-30T18:47:46+08:00June 30th, 2023|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the Cabo Verde Sustainability Standard for Tourist Accommodation and Cabo Verde Sustainability Standard for Tour Operators have gained GSTC-Recognized status, meaning it has been fully recognized as equivalent to the GSTC Industry Criteria. In addition, the Cabo Verde Sustainability Standard for Destinations has [...]

28 06, 2023

Andalucía Joins GSTC

Stefi2023-10-30T17:12:08+08:00June 28th, 2023|

Andalucía has joined as a Member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Andalucía is gracefully seated in the southernmost part of Spain, famous for its rich history, culture, nature and traditions. Andalucía showcases a diverse mosaic of Spain's cultural and natural landscapes, with its charming whitewashed villages, beaches and expanding olive groves. Sustainability [...]

26 06, 2023

Interpretation Document GSTC Industry Criteria is underway – Join the public consultation

Stefi2024-01-24T18:35:13+08:00June 26th, 2023|

The Interpretation Document of the GSTC Industry Criteria (7 criteria) is underway – Join the public consultation. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) invites you to provide input in creating the Interpretation Document for specific requirements of the GSTC Industry Criteria. The GSTC Criteria operate as the universal foundation for sustainability standards in travel [...]

25 06, 2023

Spring City Golf and Lake Resort certified to the GSTC Criteria by Bureau Veritas

Stefi2023-08-07T19:21:53+08:00June 25th, 2023|

Kunming, China - On June 7, 2023, Spring City Golf and Lake Resort received its accredited certification, being certified as a Sustainable Hotel according to the GSTC Criteria by Bureau Veritas, a GSTC-Accredited Certification Body. It is the first resort in Yunnan to gain the certification as a Sustainable Hotel. The ceremony at Spring [...]

23 06, 2023

#GSTC2023 Recordings Available Online

Stefi2023-06-23T18:31:21+08:00June 23rd, 2023|

If you weren't able to attend #GSTC2023 in Antalya, Türkiye, missed out due to simultaneous sessions, or want to revisit your favorite conference sessions, recordings are now available on YouTube! Our #GSTC2023 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference brought together experts leaders from around the globe to share their insights and engage in meaningful discussions. The [...]

22 06, 2023

Península Papagayo Joins GSTC

Stefi2023-10-30T17:17:33+08:00June 22nd, 2023|

Península Papagayo has joined as a Member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Península Papagayo is a 1,400-acre private club and resort community located on Costa Rica's north Pacificas. This region, part sophisticated resort, part primitive playground, invites visitors to bask in its pristine beaches and marvel at its diverse ecosystems, from lush [...]

22 06, 2023

Pacific Sustainable Tourism Destination Standard Gains GSTC-Recognized Status

Stefi2023-06-22T17:37:24+08:00June 22nd, 2023|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the Pacific Sustainable Tourism Destination Standard (PSTS) for destinations has gained GSTC-Recognized status as equivalent to the GSTC Destination Criteria. Promoting sustainable tourism planning and development in the Pacific region is one of SPTO’s key strategic priorities as articulated in its Strategic Plan [...]

20 06, 2023

Booking.com System Gains GSTC-Recognized Status

Stefi2023-06-20T16:50:33+08:00June 20th, 2023|

Booking.com System Used for the Travel Sustainable Program Gains GSTC-Recognized Status The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that Booking.com’s system used for the Travel Sustainable program has gained GSTC-Recognized Status, meaning the program is based on presenting and encouraging the use of the full GSTC Industry Criteria. Booking.com’s Travel Sustainable [...]

19 06, 2023

Job Opening: Assurance Coordinator

rariel2023-06-19T11:42:35+08:00June 19th, 2023|

GSTC is looking for an Assurance Coordinator to join the Assurance Team, as part of the GSTC Assurance Program which requires vigilance in ensuring compliance and avoidance of false claims of authorized usage of the GSTC name and logo. This is a great opportunity to work on a meaningful subject with a multicultural team remotely. See [...]

19 06, 2023

Job Opening: Market Access Manager

rariel2023-06-19T11:37:22+08:00June 19th, 2023|

GSTC is looking for a business-oriented candidate to act as the GSTC Market Access Manager, with the responsibility for developing market access benefits to businesses that achieve a meaningful degree of verified compliance to the GSTC Criteria. This is a great opportunity to work on a meaningful subject with a multicultural team remotely. See the GSTC [...]

16 06, 2023

Nature’s Best Sweden Standard gains GSTC-Recognized Status

Stefi2023-06-15T00:01:35+08:00June 16th, 2023|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the standard ‘Nature’s Best Sweden’ has gained GSTC-Recognized status, meaning it has been fully recognized as equivalent to the GSTC Industry Criteria. Nature’s Best® is the Swedish standard for ecotourism accommodation and tour operators providing natural and cultural experience for the conscious travelers. [...]

15 06, 2023

Istanbul Joins GSTC

Stefi2023-10-30T17:25:21+08:00June 15th, 2023|

Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Directorate of Tourism has joined as a Member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Positioned at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Istanbul is nestled in the northwestern corner of Türkiye. With its iconic architecture and historic Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, its pristine Bosporus waterfront, and a fusion of diverse [...]

14 06, 2023

The GSTC MICE Criteria development underway – Join the public consultation

Stefi2024-03-28T18:21:40+08:00June 14th, 2023|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) invites you to provide input in the creation of the GSTC MICE Criteria covering Venues, Event Organizers and Events/Exhibitions. The GSTC Criteria operate as the universal foundation for sustainability standards in travel and tourism. It has been meticulously established through a comprehensive global effort to introduce a universally [...]

14 06, 2023

Green Hospitality gains GSTC-Recognized Status

Stefi2023-06-14T18:15:11+08:00June 14th, 2023|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the Green Hospitality Platinum Award Criteria has gained GSTC-Recognized status, meaning it has been fully recognized as equivalent to the GSTC Industry Criteria. Green Hospitality’s Awards Programme is designed as a Step-by-Step approach allowing businesses to implement the required criteria at their own [...]

8 06, 2023

Ecostars Gains GSTC-Recognized Status

Stefi2023-06-08T23:00:43+08:00June 8th, 2023|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that Ecostars Standard has gained GSTC-Recognized status, meaning the standard has been recognized as an equivalent standard to the GSTC Industry Criteria. Ecostars is a hotel-specific sustainability program that awards eco-stars based on a hotel's environmental impact per stay. Ecostars is relevant for both [...]

8 06, 2023

Sustainable Tourism Online Course – GSTC Training (Oct 5 – Nov 3, 2023)

Ayako Ezaki2023-11-07T19:37:23+08:00June 8th, 2023|

Schedule | Testimonials | Certificate | Trainer & Presenters | Registration Info | Discounts Sustainable Tourism Online Course for Industry Professionals The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Program (STTP) provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in travel and tourism. The training covers the GSTC Criteria, [...]

8 06, 2023

1st BlueMissionMed Mediterranean Stakeholder Forum in Palermo, Italy

Stefi2023-06-14T17:24:24+08:00June 8th, 2023|

Nicky Guerrero, Secretary General of MedCruise - Ioannis Pappas, GSTC - Figen Ayan, President of MedCruise - Giancarlo Tereisi, Sicily Region - Sascha Gill, CLIA The 1st BlueMissionMed Mediterranean Stakeholder Forum took place in Palermo, Italy from 29th to 30th May, along with representatives from GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council) and CLIA [...]

7 06, 2023

Sustainable Tourism Online Course – GSTC Training (Nov 16 – Dec 15, 2023)

Ayako Ezaki2023-11-24T15:51:33+08:00June 7th, 2023|

6 06, 2023

Collaboration Agreement between MedCruise Association and GSTC on the Development of a Sustainable Cruise Alliance (SCALE)

Stefi2023-06-06T18:16:43+08:00June 6th, 2023|

Figen Ayan, President of MedCruise and Dr Ioannis Pappas, GSTC Director for Mediterranean Region Today, the Association of Mediterranean Cruise Ports (MedCruise) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), have signed a long-term agreement of collaboration on the contribution of Sustainable Development in Global Cruise Industry, focusing on Ports and Cruise Supply [...]