
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...

The “Better” Choice: Making Low-Carbon Travel the Easy Option Watch the Webinar For many travelers, sustainable choices still feel like extra work, a trade-off, or a costly decision. But what if the lowest-carbon option was also the easiest and most appealing? This webinar explores how travel companies and destinations can...
The Caribbean’s natural beauty and cultural heritage make it a top travel destination, but unmanaged tourism growth poses sustainability challenges. In St. Kitts, where tourism is the primary economic driver, Sustainable Travel International has been working alongside the Ministry of Tourism to implement sustainable practices that protect the island’s ecosystems...

Like many small island nations, St. Kitts and Nevis is on the front lines of a climate crisis that threatens its existence. Despite contributing only a small fraction of global emissions compared to larger nations, islands disproportionately bear the brunt of the consequences. In response, St. Kitts is taking ambitious...

Our seventh Climate Impact Portfolio of 2024, released on December 25, 2024, supports six 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 7 of 2024 are distributed across the...

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...