Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that the GSTC Attraction Criteria has been published. Developed with the support of the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) for attractions – such as theme parks, museums, national parks, etc. with the aim to guide businesses toward implementing sustainable practices in response to the growing focus on sustainability. "Today marks a significant step forward as we introduce the GSTC Attractions Criteria, the culmination of 14 months of collaboration and dedication. We deeply appreciate the contributions of the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) who made this possible. Together, let's embrace this opportunity to lead the attractions sector towards a more sustainable path," says Randy Durband, CEO of GSTC. The Criteria are used for education and awareness-raising, policy-making for businesses and government agencies and other organization types, measurement and evaluation, and as a basis for certification. They are the result of a worldwide effort to develop a common language about sustainability in tourism. They are arranged in four pillars: (A) Sustainable management; (B) Socioeconomic impacts; (C) Cultural impacts; (D) Environmental impacts. Read more here https://lnkd.in/dnykgUSF and download the GSTC Attraction Criteria today! #GSTC #GSTCNews #GSTCCriteria #GSTCAttractionCriteria #Attractions #sustainability

GSTC was present at the UN Climate Change COP29 from the 11th to the 22nd of November, 2024 at Baku, Azerbaijan. GSTC CEO, Randy Durband and GSTC Board Members participated in key events at the ‘Thematic Day on Tourism’ COP29’s Presidential Initiative on Enhanced Climate Action in Tourism. Mr. Durband was also part of the “Sustainable Destination Management: Transformation of Tourism Industry and Destinations” panel at the Blue Zone – Türkiye Pavilion and participated in the panel discussion “Destinations for Tomorrow: Skills and Sustainability in the Tourism Industry” that took place on the Private Sector Capacities Day at the 6th Capacity-building Hub. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dSmj9pvq #GSTC #GSTCNews #COP29 #ClimateChange #Baku #Azerbaijan #Tourism #Sustainability?COP29 Azerbaijan

?? GSTC Industry Criteria Revision - Second Public Consultation is now open, have your say! The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) invites you to provide input on revising the GSTC Hotel Criteria and GSTC Tour Operator Criteria drafts. One of the key objectives of this revision is to gather insights from key stakeholders, ensuring that the Criteria remains relevant and effective. We invite all stakeholders to participate in this important process and encourage you to spread the message. Share this call to action with anyone in your network involved in sustainability, tourism, travel, or hospitality. ?? Learn more and participate here: https://lnkd.in/dmuGEStc #GSTC #GSTCNews #GSTCIndustryCriteria #PublicConsultation #Revision #Travel #Tourism #Sustainability #hospitality?

?? If you couldn’t attend our Global Sustainable Tourism Conference #GSTC2024Singapore, missed out due to simultaneous sessions, or want to revisit your favorite conference sessions, videos are now available on YouTube. Dive deep into the world of Sustainable Tourism with these recorded sessions. Explore topics like Innovation in Hotel Sustainability, Accessibility in Tourism, Destination Roadmaps and Sustainability Plans, Measurement & Evaluation, Sustainable Events, Coastal Destination Management, Pathways to Sustainability, and much more! ? The shared knowledge, insights, and innovative approaches are just a click away ?? https://lnkd.in/drsEz_cF #GSTC2024Singapore #GSTC2024 #SustainableTourism #Sustainability #Singapore?Resorts World Sentosa Sentosa Development Corporation Singapore Tourism Board

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that the ‘Destination Wayfinder Framework & Standard’ has gained GSTC-Recognized Standard status, meaning that it has been fully recognized as equivalent to the GSTC Destination Criteria Version 2.0. “We are thrilled that the Wayfinder has achieved GSTC-Recognized Standard status, which underscores our commitment to helping destinations steward their places and communities responsibly,” says Kristin Dunne, Director of Destination Wayfinder. “This recognition by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council validates the hard work of the Global Stewardship Innovation Lab, which designed the Wayfinder as a powerful, industry-led tool grounded in GSTC’s rigorous criteria. Building on this foundation, the Wayfinder can empower destinations to drive meaningful and measurable stewardship outcomes.”? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ggC5K-Mx #GSTC #GSTCNews #GSTCRecognizedStandard #sustainability #Wayfinder Destination Wayfinder

?? A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for #GSTC2024Singapore! ?? Our Global Conference in Sentosa, Singapore, gathered sustainability leaders from across the globe to share insights, inspire progress, and shape the future of sustainable tourism. We extend our sincere gratitude to all who contributed to its success. ? ??? Watch our recap video of the event below! And for a glimpse of the amazing moments captured, check out our Facebook Albums here: https://lnkd.in/d9JV4dq7 ?#GSTC2024Singapore #GSTC2024 #SustainableTourism #Sustainability #Singapore Resorts World Sentosa?Singapore Tourism Board Sentosa Development Corporation

GSTC CEO Randy Durband was interviewed by the Editor of CNBC Travel Monica Pitrelli. ? Mr. Durband talked about overtourism, management, tourism ‘flows’ and underscored the importance of governance to ensure tourism benefits both visitors and local communities. ?? Watch or read the interview here: https://lnkd.in/dKbtUMEU #SustainableTourism #Overtourism #GSTCNews #TourismManagement #CNBC

NTUC LearningHub (NTUC LHUB) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) have formalized their commitment to equip professionals in Singapore’s tourism sector with sustainability skills and capabilities through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on the 11th of November, at the Hospitality and Consumer Business (HCB) Symposium organized by the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC). Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dhJtyWfY #GSTCNews #NTUC?#LearningHub #MOU #Singapore?

The GSTC2024 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference, which took place in Sentosa, Singapore from November 13th to November 16th, 2024, brought together 500 delegates from 55 countries, along with hundreds of viewers who watched the live broadcasting of the conference. Participants included international and regional tourism stakeholders involved in the development and promotion of sustainable tourism, including the public sector, hotels, tour operators, academia, development agencies, NGOs, consultants, and more. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dJDtFwnA #GSTC2024 #GSTC2024Singapore #GlobalConference #GSTCNews #Sustainability #Singapore Resorts World Sentosa Sentosa Development Corporation Singapore Tourism Board

???? What an incredible few days it’s been! We’re beyond grateful to have shared this space with so many passionate individuals working towards a more sustainable future for tourism. To all the speakers, attendees, and partners who made this event possible – thank you for your energy, insights, and commitment to creating positive change. Your participation is what makes the GSTC Global Conference so special every year! ?? For those who couldn’t join us in person, we hope you followed along online and felt the energy from afar! Kindly fill in the survey that has been sent to your email. Your feedback will help us to continue offering high-quality services tailored to meet your needs and expectations. We value your input and are committed to improving based on your suggestions. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. ?? We are looking forward to seeing you at our next conference in #GSTC2025 Fiji next year, from 5th to 8th August. Join us for more enriching experiences filled with insightful exchanges and valuable learning opportunities. Thank you once again! #GSTC2024Singapore #GSTC2024 #SustainableTourism #Sustainability #Singapore #GSTC2025 #Fiji Singapore Tourism Board Sentosa Development CorporationResorts World Sentosa