In September of 1960, with the approval of the Executive Yuan, a Committee of Tourism was set up within the Ministry of Transportation and Communications; in October of 1966, this Committee was reorganized as the Tourism Council. Finally, on Dec. 29, 1972, the Tourism Bureau was established under the Ministry of Transportation & Communications and [...]
Located 480 miles south of Miami in the vibrant tranquillity of western Caribbean, this trio of tiny islands is a premier destination for discriminating travellers, divers, honeymooners and families. World-renowned for its idyllic beaches and recognised as a sophisticated, diverse and memorable tourist destination, the Cayman Islands offers spectacular recreational opportunities along with warm, impeccable [...]
UCS is a new uniting brand of the group of companies which specialize in sustainability certification in several industries – forest, marine, tourist, biofuel. The company is registered in Cyprus (EU) with an office in Russia and representative offices in other countries (China, UAE, India, Turkey, etc.). At present UCS is in the process of obtaining [...]
Sustainable Travel Taiwan (STT) is a NGO established in 2010 with the support of Sustainable Travel International (STI). STT has been dedicated to implement the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Criteria in local communities and destinations, and by local governments and the tourism private sector in the Chinese speaking world. STT had set up an [...]
Vinetree is a Chinese ecological tourism company firstly founded in 2009, which invests, builds, and operates ecofriendly tent camps and ecological tourist trails mostly in China. ‘Vinetree’ symbolizes ‘rooted, skyward, harmonious and coexisting’, which is also representing the brand spirit of exploration, innovation, ecological responsibility. Vinetree adopted the slogan ‘when the roads ends, the vinetree [...]
State of Guanajuato Ministry of Tourism (gto), The current social and economic panorama, demands to generate more competitiveness in our State and our destinations, causing growth and to carry on actions that allow us to position ourselves as one of the favorite destinations in Mexico. Our mission is to lead and promote tourism in the State [...]
The Botswana Tourism Organization (BTO) is the leading body supporting the efforts to market Botswana's tourist product, grade and classify tourist accommodation facilities, and promote investment in the tourism sector. With its long-standing commitment to conservation of its land, wildlife and cultural heritage, Botswana enjoys a solid reputation as a progressive sustainable tourism destination and [...]
Cámara Argentina de Turismo (CAT) represents and promotes the interests of the private tourism activity in Argentina, fostering a sustainable development of tourism, coordinating efforts with the Ministry of Tourism of the Nation, the Federal Board of Tourism (CFT) and the National Institute of Tourism Promotion (INPROTUR). It gathers the most important chambers, federations and [...]
The Institute of Tourism ITW was founded in 1993. With its finger on the pulse of the economy, it examines innovative research and interdisciplinary issues in the marketplace, with a focus on tourism, transport and sustainability. The institute provides also continuing and executive education courses in Sustainability, Health Tourism, Event Management, Public Transport and Mobility [...]
Tornos News (www.tornosnews.gr) provides reliable Greek news exclusively for tourism professionals.Its editorial staff is headed by Yiannis Papadopoulos, who has served as a tourism editor for almost 30years and is assisted by other distinguished travel and tourism journalists and experts.Its unique team of experienced and reliable commentators and reporters made Tornos News, in lessthan one [...]
Eco Travel Limited (Eco Travel), is a licensed tour operator (license no. 353452) in Hong Kong to offer high quality eco tours incorporating sustainable tourism principles and management practices. In order to provide alternative travel experience for global tourists, a variety of hiking tours, geopark tours, birding tours and heritage tours are designed to help [...]
Hong Kong Ecotourism & Travels Professional Training Centre (ETTC) was established in 2005, to train sufficient eco-guides to meet the needs of Hong Kong ecotourism industry. All training courses are planned and provided by an expert team consisting of nearly 40 members who have worked in tourism, diving, biological and cultural conservation for years. More [...]
Espíritu Travel is a company that believes travelers want to experience authentic trips in a way that makes a positive impact to local communities and the places that they visit. It is not easy in a destination like Cuba but we try our best. Our goal is connect travelers with meaningful, unique and well... awesome [...]
Greenview is a sustainability consulting and research firm that helps organizations with their strategy, programs, measurement, and reporting. In addition, Greenview provides technology solutions to make calculation and monitoring of data and best practices easy through its Greenview Portal. Greenview’s clients include many of the hotel industry’s leading chains, as well as cruise lines, event [...]
MCI is an international leader in a wide range of engagement and activation solutions, for businesses, associations and destinations. Represented by offices in over 31 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, India, the Middle East and Africa we deliver projects for clients all over the world. MCI’s unique Sustainability Consulting service is designed to bring [...]
Walking Mountains Science Center partners with mountain resort communities to elevate a culture of environmental stewardship and sustainability. As the managing organization of the Actively Green Sustainable Business Training and Certification Program and the Vail Sustainable Destination Project, Walking Mountains collaborates with diverse stakeholders in mountain resort communities to provide education, facilitation, certification, project management, [...]
SW Associates, LLC is a Washington, DC-based consulting practice focused on Sustainable Development through Tourism in both emerging and developed destinations. We believe that, if developed based Millennium Development Goals and principles of sustainability, tourism can be a critical means for achieving practical market-driven development, job and income growth, and preservation of cultural and natural heritage. [...]
Olonade Travel is a Full service travel company offering hotel reservations, ticketing, private or group daily tours, variety of budget cruises, affordable package tour, luxury co-operate, leisure travel services and advisor. Striving for client satisfaction by providing the highest level of service delivering efficient detailed oriented travel planning while generating noticeable savings. We believe that [...]
Innovation Norway, owned by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries (51%) and the county authorities (49%) is the Norwegian Government's most important instrument for innovation and development of Norwegian enterprises and industry. We support companies in developing their competitive advantage and enhance innovation. Travel and tourism sector is one of the important industries in [...]
Part of Panorama Leisure Group, Panorama Destination is made up of more than 500 tourism professionals and 250 licensed tour guides, specializing in Indonesia inbound travel services. We operate a network of offices across Indonesia, providing unmatched tourism services throughout the archipelago. With branches in key tourist destinations of Sumatra, Java, Bali, Lombok, Flores and [...]
