Category: Communications

Greece unveils sustainable travel platform

The Greek National Tourist Organisation (GNTO) has announced a new sustainable travel platform to educate British travel agents, tour operators and consumers about sustainable holidays in Greece.

How to Tread Lightly in Fragile Places

Organizing a responsible visit to sensitive areas like the Galápagos Islands or Antarctica involves research, decoding certifications and possibly a travel adviser.

New eco-Tourism network to protect Africa’s wildlife

Made up of various stakeholders in the region, WATO welcomes members operating any tourism-related business as well as coordinating initiatives and activities across different countries.

The Perils of “Giving Back” and a Tourism Model that Actually Supports Communities

Giving back is a great concept buut not always effective. Travelers tend to be disconnected from those foundational building blocks that drew them to a certain destination in the first place.

Asian Travelers Are Confused By Sustainable Travel: That’s an Industry Problem

From India to Indonesia, Asian travelers are becoming increasingly conscious about sustainable choices — and perplexed by them. The travel industry needs to understand this — and failing to do so might be tantamount to greenwashing in the eyes of consumers.

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Helsinki named world’s most sustainable destination by GDSI

Helsinki named world’s most sustainable travel destination — The Global Destination Sustainability Index measures the sustainability of travel destinations in four different categories using more than 70 indicators.