Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)

👋Don’t miss out on your chance to join the GSTC Global Conference in Singapore, registration closes in just one week! 📅 Date: November 13-16, 2024 📍 Venue: Equarius Hotel, Sentosa, Singapore Gain valuable knowledge from global industry leaders, hear about the latest trends and innovations in sustainable practices, and engage in forward-thinking dialogue. Be prepared to be inspired with new ideas and strategies with many sessions to choose from! 👉Have a look at the full program: https://lnkd.in/dnKV4STq 👉Secure your spot now here: https://lnkd.in/dvKDVuzC [Special discount available for GSTC Members and participants from ASEAN countries] #GSTC2024Singapore #GSTC2024 #SustainableTourism #Sentosa #Singapore #Sustainability #tourism #GlobalConference Resorts World Sentosa Singapore Tourism Board Sentosa Development Corporation

👋 Don’t miss the session “Food Heritage in Tourism” at #GSTC2024Singapore! Exploring food tourism, with a backdrop of Singapore's rich food heritage and its UNESCO recognition, understanding how culinary traditions contribute to cultural sustainability, tourism experiences, and community identity. 🗣 Moderator: CB Ramkumar - Vice Chair, GSTC 👥 Speakers: •Dr. Elif Balci Fisunoglu (PhD) - Vice General Manager, Tourism Operations and Development, Türkiye Turizm Tanıtım ve Geliştirme Ajansı | Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) •Cornelius Tan - President, Chinatown Complex Hawker Association •Thiam Wei Toh - Founder, Indie Singapore Tours •Daren Moodely - Head of projects, Mauritius Tourism Authority 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dvKDVuzC [Special discount available for GSTC Members and participants from ASEAN countries] #GSTC2024Singapore #GSTC2024 #FoodHeritage #Gastronomy #Tourism #Sustainability #Singapore Resorts World Sentosa Sentosa Development Corporation Singapore Tourism Board

GSTC was present at the HIC Summit 2024 in Ibiza, Spain. The event brought together an array of professionals, destinations, scientists, and businesses to engage in meaningful dialogues focused on this year’s theme “Innovation, Tourism, and Regenerative Culture.” Luigi Cabrini, Chair of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), was among the keynote speakers in the forum. “Once again this year, HIC Ibiza has proven to be a valuable platform for dialogue and knowledge-sharing among professionals from diverse fields closely connected to sustainable tourism,” remarks Mr. Cabrini. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dx9qNVcS #GSTC #GSTCNews #HICSummit #Ibiza #Sustainability

🌍 Join the GSTC at the "Putting Standards and Certification to Good Use" workshop led by GSTC CEO Randy Durband and Global Assurance Director Dr. Mihee Kang at The Hospitality Show 2024 in San Antonio, Texas, in collaboration with the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA). 📅 Date: October 30, 2024 🕒 Time: 2:30 – 4:00 PM  📍 Venue: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, Texas This session is essential for policy-makers, marketers, trade associations, and DMOs ready to strengthen their sustainability impact. Gain insights into international certification norms, global trends, and regulatory developments, including the EU Green Claims Directive, tailored for North American hospitality professionals targeting European travelers. ➡ Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/dAhw5dkQ #GSTC #SustainableTourism #TheHospitalityShow #Tourism #SustainabilityStandards #SustainableCertification #Texas

👋Don’t miss the session “Innovation in Hotel Sustainability” at #GSTC2024Singapore! Innovation in hotel sustainability offers hotels new avenues to enhance operations and guest experiences while minimizing environmental impact. This session will showcase how digital solutions promote sustainable practices like energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction. Panelists, including hotel industry leaders, technology innovators, and sustainability specialists, will share insights on cutting-edge approaches and discuss the challenges and opportunities that arise in implementing these transformative solutions. Join us to explore the future of sustainable hospitality and the role of innovation in driving meaningful change. 🗣Moderator: Jasline Ng - Sustainability Manager, Greenview 👥Speakers: • Iris Lam - Director of Sustainability, Global Development, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group • Jen Ong - Assistant Director - Sustainability, Resorts World Sentosa • Marc Zornes - Founder and CEO, Winnow • Benjamin Lephilibert - CEO, LightBlue Consulting; Co-founder, The PLEDGE on Food Waste 👉Get your tickets here, registration closes next week: https://lnkd.in/dvKDVuzC [Special discount available for GSTC Members and participants from ASEAN countries] #GSTC2024Singapore #innovation #hotel #tourism #sustainability Sentosa Development Corporation Resorts World Sentosa Singapore Tourism Board

Japan Travel and Tourism Association, the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA), and the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) held the Tourism EXPO Japan 2024. During the EXPO, GSTC and JATA hosted a professional seminar. Kuniko Takasaki, GSTC Board Member and JTB Corp. Managing Executive Officer, Chief DEIB Officer, gave an overview of GSTC current mission and activities; Naomi Oiwa, GSTC Japan Market Development Manager, was the facilitator in the panel discussion “Promoting Sustainable Tourism in Japan” where professionals from Japan Tourism Agency, JTB, Rakuten, Nippon Travel Agency, and Veltra -all GSTC Members- addressed the challenges and opportunities in implementing sustainable tourism practices. 👉 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/deYGn8xC #GSTC #GSTCNews #GSTCMembers #Japan #Tourism #Sustainability JTB Corp. Rakuten Travel VELTRA Nippon Travel Agency Co., LTD

GSTC’s General Manager, Roi Ariel and GSTC’s Market Development Manager, Rita Kuan were present at the Sustainable Tourism Core Talent Training organized by Taipei City Government – Department of Information and Tourism. Mr. Ariel expressed, “The hospitality sector in Taiwan has a crucial role to play in supporting achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. As the largest number of hotels are in Taipei, it was good to witness participants’ commitment and active application of sustainable practices in the hospitality sector.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ditDiHcC #GSTC #GSTCNews #Taipei #Taiwan #GSTCTraining #Sustainability

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👋 Don’t miss the session “Sustainable Luxury Resorts” at #GSTC2024Singapore! This session will highlight how luxury hotels and resorts are meeting the demands of consumers who seek exclusive, authentic, and eco-friendly experiences. We will explore the implementation of green policies, including sustainable construction, waste recycling, and water conservation, demonstrating that luxury and sustainability can coexist. Attendees will hear from industry leaders about how top hotel brands integrate sustainability into their core offerings in an innovative manner, ensuring that high-quality experiences do not come at the expense of the environment. 🗣Moderator: Andrew Jones CHA FIH - Guardian, Sanctuary Resorts 👥Speakers: • Mark Wong - Senior Vice President Asia Pacific, Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) • Grace Hu - Chief Sustainability Officer, Dossen International Group • Uzair Jaffer - Director, ESG Reporting and Engagement, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts • Desak Intan Made Intan Sari - Director of Hygiene Safety and Sustainability, The Apurva Kempinski Bali 👉Register here: https://lnkd.in/dvKDVuzC [Special discount available for GSTC Members and participants from ASEAN countries] #GSTC2024Singapore #GSTC2024 #luxury #resorts #tourism #sustainability Resorts World Sentosa Sentosa Development Corporation Singapore Tourism Board

🌟 Successful GSTC Hotel Sustainability Training in Partnership with Agoda & USAID Empowers Industry Professionals in Bali. This marks the 9th training in collaboration between Agoda and GSTC and the fifth in partnership with USAID through the U.S. Support for Economic Growth in Asia (US-SEGA) project. The training was the last in-person training hosted this year under the partnership with USAID/US-SEGA. It builds on the success of previous trainings held in Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Philippines, which benefited over 450 hoteliers. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ew9Bpkhq... #GSTC #Agoda #USAID #Bali #Training #Sustainability #Hospitality Agoda USAID