Latest GSTC News and Updates

3 01, 2025

Portrait Milano Achieves the First GSTC Certification by Dream&Charme, a GSTC-Accredited Certification Body

Stefi2025-01-03T16:20:59+08:00January 3rd, 2025|

Portrait Milano is the 1st Hotel in Milano, Italy to obtain GSTC Certification by Dream&Charme, a GSTC-Accredited certification body. The GSTC Certification is based on the globally recognized standard for sustainable tourism, the GSTC Hotel Criteria. Portrait Milano becomes the 1st Hotel in Milano, Italy to obtain GSTC Certification by Dream&Charme, a GSTC-Accredited certification [...]

2 01, 2025

First Public Consultation of the GSTC Criteria for Food & Beverage Service Providers in Tourism is Now Open

Stefi2025-01-02T14:58:28+08:00January 2nd, 2025|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), in partnership with the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA), announced in August its plans to expand the GSTC Criteria, the global standards for sustainable tourism, by developing a new set specifically for tourism-related food service providers. These forthcoming criteria, with an official name to be determined, [...]

1 01, 2025

2025 Eligibility for GSTC-Recognized Standards and Required Accreditation

Stefi2025-01-01T17:04:07+08:00January 1st, 2025|

2025 Eligibility for GSTC-Recognized Standards and Required Accreditation The GSTC Criteria represent the global standards for sustainable travel and tourism. Certification is a crucial aspect of implementing these standards, involving third-party assessments to ensure compliance with the standards. While the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) does not conduct certifications directly, it accredits Certification Bodies [...]

30 12, 2024

Carbon Footprint Report of the GSTC2023 Global Conference in Antalya, Türkiye

Stefi2024-12-30T19:51:09+08:00December 30th, 2024|

At GSTC, we are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our activities. In each edition, we work with partners to measure and offset the carbon emissions associated with our conferences. The GSTC2023 Global Conference, held in Antalya, Türkiye, brought together 350 tourism professionals from 51 countries, providing a valuable platform for advancing sustainable [...]

26 12, 2024

Traveloka Drives Sustainable Change with GSTC Trainings Across Southeast Asia

Stefi2024-12-26T16:00:03+08:00December 26th, 2024|

Traveloka, Southeast Asia’s leading travel platform and a Platinum Sponsor of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), has been supporting sustainable tourism by sponsoring GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Programs since 2022. Through this collaboration, Traveloka has helped empower tourism stakeholders across the region with comprehensive education on the GSTC Criteria, the global standards for [...]

25 12, 2024

Taiwan Offers Subsidies for Hotels Achieving Sustainability Certifications: Up to 80% Fee Reimbursement

Stefi2024-12-27T19:10:42+08:00December 25th, 2024|

To encourage accommodation providers, including tourist hotels, regular hotels, and B&B providers, to enhance service quality, implement accessible and inclusive facilities, adopt sustainable environmental management systems, and offer smart service spaces, Taiwan Tourism Administration under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has introduced the "Guidelines for Subsidies to Enhance the Quality of Accommodation Services". [...]

23 12, 2024

Pan Pacific Hotels Group Becomes the First Hospitality Group in Oceania to Achieve GSTC Multi-Site Certification Across All Australian Properties

Stefi2024-12-23T17:45:36+08:00December 23rd, 2024|

Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) has announced that all six of its Australian properties have gained accredited certification, after getting all their properties in Singapore also certified. These six properties are the first in the Oceania region to attain this global certification. PPHG is the wholly-owned hotel subsidiary of UOL Group Limited (UOL), one [...]

20 12, 2024

GSTC was present at the 2024 Ulsan Ecotourism Forum

Stefi2024-12-20T17:03:19+08:00December 20th, 2024|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the 2024 Ulsan Ecotourism Forum, held on the 3rd of December, 2024, at the Tannibay Hotel in Ulsan, South Korea. With over 170 participants, the forum provided a dynamic platform to discuss the city’s transformation through technological innovation, cultural integration and sustainability. Randy Durband, GSTC CEO, [...]

19 12, 2024

The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training in Nah Trang sponsored by Traveloka concluded successfully

Stefi2024-12-20T16:23:19+08:00December 19th, 2024|

Traveloka sponsored the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training held in the Potique Hotel in Nah Trang, Vietnam, December 12-13, 2024. The two-day training was led by GSTC Trainer, Trang Nguyen who shared his expertise with practical examples and insights. Attendees had the chance to listen to esteemed guest speakers: Ms. Ha Thi Dieu Vien, Deputy [...]

18 12, 2024

GSTC at the National Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development in Albania

Stefi2024-12-18T20:20:25+08:00December 18th, 2024|

On December 6, 2024, the Opera & Ballet Theatre in Tirana became a hub of dialogue and collaboration during the National Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development in Albania. This landmark event organized by The Ministry of Tourism and Environment in cooperation with Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) supported project, RisiAlbania, implemented by [...]

17 12, 2024

Destination Stewardship Yearbook 2023-2024

Stefi2024-12-17T17:07:28+08:00December 17th, 2024|

The fourth annual Destination Stewardship Yearbook is a compilation of articles from the 2023–2024 Destination Stewardship Report (DSR), co-produced by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), Center for Responsible Travel (CREST), and Destination Stewardship Center (DSC). In each issue, the DSR features destinations that have embraced effective and holistic management, best practices in sustainable [...]

16 12, 2024

GSTC at the 2024 China Hotel and Catering Industry Brand Development Conference

Stefi2024-12-16T17:40:10+08:00December 16th, 2024|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) participated in the 2024 China Hotel and Catering Industry Brand Development Conference, where its CEO, Randy Durband, delivered a keynote speech. The event, held on November 27 in Haikou, Hainan Province, China, served as a platform for industry leaders and policymakers to discuss innovation, sustainability, and brand excellence [...]

12 12, 2024

GSTC Japan Members Meeting to be held on the 6th of February, 2025

Stefi2024-12-17T16:42:06+08:00December 12th, 2024|

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) will hold a workshop for Japanese GSTC Members in Tokyo on February 6th, 2025, in collaboration with Rakuten Travel. The gathering will be held at Rakuten Crimson House Headquarters. This event marks the third workshop of its kind in Japan for GSTC Members, further enriched by the visit [...]

10 12, 2024

Green Lodging Trends Report 2024 by Greenview

Stefi2024-12-10T22:34:58+08:00December 10th, 2024|

The Green Lodging Trends Report (GLTR) is the leading global benchmarking study on sustainability best practices in hotels conducted biennially. It benchmarks hotels from around the world to compare the prevalence of best practices. 20,000 hotels of all sizes and types across 50 countries participated in this year’s 2024 GLTR and benchmarked their performance [...]

9 12, 2024

Open position: GSTC Website and Systems Manager

Stefi2025-01-03T18:03:24+08:00December 9th, 2024|

Overview The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is seeking a dedicated Website and Systems Manager to oversee the management and optimization of our website, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and various platforms and softwares. See the GSTC Website and Systems Manager Job Description for full details. Roles & Responsibilities Manage and continue to refine [...]

6 12, 2024

”Travel Redefined: Tourism for People and Planet” GSTC and CWP collaborate to create innovative digital series about sustainable tourism

ane@gstcouncil.org2024-12-06T17:08:43+08:00December 6th, 2024|

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 [...]

5 12, 2024

Singapore MICE Sustainability Certification (MSC) Framework Gains GSTC-Recognized Standard Status

ane@gstcouncil.org2024-12-05T17:17:05+08:00December 5th, 2024|

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 [...]

2 12, 2024

Ministry of Tourism and Environment of Albania joins and signs MOU with GSTC

ane@gstcouncil.org2024-12-02T16:21:27+08:00December 2nd, 2024|

The Ministry of Tourism and Environment of Albania (MOTE) has joined as a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Albania, situated in the Balkan Peninsula, often referred to as 'Europe's last unturned stone,' stands as a country of diverse appeal, offering easy accessibility and a variety of experiences. Known for its blend [...]

28 11, 2024

Open position: GSTC Administrative Coordinator

Stefi2024-11-28T17:04:23+08:00November 28th, 2024|

Overview The GSTC Administrative Coordinator supports GSTC leadership, especially the CEO and the Operations Manager, with a focus on the administration of finance and human resources. See the GSTC Administrative Coordinator Job Description for full details. Roles & Responsibilities Support the CEO with emails and travel arrangements Support HR management Support financial management Miscellaneous [...]

27 11, 2024

#GSTC2024Singapore Recordings Available Online

Stefi2024-11-27T16:22:08+08:00November 27th, 2024|

If you weren’t able to attend our Global Sustainable Tourism Conference in Sentosa, Singapore, missed out due to simultaneous sessions, or want to revisit your favorite conference sessions, recordings are now available on YouTube! #GSTC2024Singapore brought together expert leaders from around the globe to share their insights and engage in meaningful discussions. The event [...]