SEATTLE, WA (April 22, 2025) — In honor of Earth Day, Sustainable Travel International released the latest episode of its Sustainable Travel: Where Next? docu-series spotlighting Zurich, Switzerland’s approach to responsible tourism. Produced in partnership with BlackRook Media, the short-form documentary reveals how sustainability in Zurich is a true community...
Tourism can be a catalyst for conservation, community development, and climate awareness. High-quality carbon offsets help make this possible by funding the protection of critical wildlife habitats, advancing Indigenous rights, and supporting livelihoods and social programs that address poverty. Tourism experiences connected to carbon offset projects can deepen travelers’ understanding...
WILLEMSTAD, CURAÇAO (March 17, 2025) – As destinations worldwide struggle with overtourism, the Caribbean island of Curaçao is taking a forward-thinking approach that prioritizes high-value, low-impact tourism growth and long-term resilience over short-term gains. In partnership with Sustainable Travel International and the George Washington University International Institute of Tourism Studies...
As we reflect on 2024, we’re proud of the strides we made toward advancing responsible tourism across the globe. From fostering inclusive climate action to equipping tourism professionals with new knowledge, this year was marked by strategic collaborations, impactful projects, technological advancements, and ongoing educational outreach. Below, we highlight some...
The United Nations’ annual climate summit, COP29, is currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, where world leaders are gathering to advance global climate action. Our CEO, Paloma Zapata, will be on the ground, advocating for sustainable solutions in tourism. The Conference of the Parties (COP) brings together nearly 200 nations to...
Our sixth Climate Impact Portfolio of 2024, released on November 8, supports five carbon offset projects around the world. Read on to learn more about the impact these projects are creating for the climate, communities, and biodiversity. Carbon offsets purchased from Portfolio 6 of 2024 are distributed across the forestry,...