Travel Industry News - Environmental

Network of Travel Leaders Convenes For Bi-Annual Meeting, Announces New Sustainability Transparency Tool

Project ICARUS is looking to recognise Outstanding Achievements in furthering business travel and meetings sustainability programmes

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has selected the Cusco-Sacred Valley-Machu Picchu corridor in Peru, and the shores of Lake Llanquihue, Puerto Varas, and Frutillar in the Lakes Region of Chile for the second round of its pilot program to test its new Criteria and Indicators for Destinations.

In their new partnership, PAN Parks and the ATTA aim to join efforts to further develop awareness and involvement among responsible and eco-conscious tour operators.

New Action Plan Developed to Address Priority Issues

Award for Outstanding Achievements in furthering business travel and meetings sustainability programs

Innovative Sustainable Business Model Enables the Hospitality and Tourism Industry to Collectively Address One of Our World’s Most Pressing Issues

A landmark resolution recognizing ecotourism as key in the fight against poverty, the protection of the environment and the promotion of sustainable development has been adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (21 December 2012).

Interested Destinations Encouraged to Apply By January 31 Deadline

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) will select up to 10 destinations to pilot test the second phase of its new Destination Criteria, and encourages applications before the January 31 deadline.