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Kaitlyn Brajcich

Senior Manager, Communications & Training
Kaitlyn channels her enthusiasm and expertise into managing Sustainable Travel International’s marketing communications. She educates travelers and tourism professionals about best practices, encourages the industry to invest in climate action, and shares compelling stories of sustainability in action. She has been privileged to support Sustainable Travel International’s work in destinations like Barbados, Fiji, St. Kitts, Antigua and Barbuda, Chile, Samoa, Vail, and Mexico.

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...

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...

Overtourism is transforming iconic travel destinations into overcrowded and stressed-out hotspots. These “overloved” locations are struggling with an influx of visitors, resulting in congested streets, strained infrastructure, degraded environments, diminished visitor experiences, and unhappy residents. Addressing this issue requires a multifaceted approach. Dispersing the load is one part of the...

BANGKOK, THAILAND (July 26, 2024) – SpiceRoads, a premier adventure travel company specializing in cycling tours, has joined forces with Sustainable Travel International to champion climate action in the adventure travel sector. With over 25 years of experience operating cycling tours across the globe, SpiceRoads is committed to reducing its...

As travelers become more aware of their environmental impact and seek conscientious travel options, the tourism industry is responding by promoting sustainability efforts. However, not all of these claims are sincere. This practice, known as greenwashing, has become increasingly prevalent in the tourism industry as businesses try to capitalize on...

Brisbane, Australia (January 31, 2024) – Australian-based Kudos Travel Technology has partnered with Sustainable Travel International to enhance its sustainable travel solutions and make it easier for users to engage in climate action. Kudos’ integration with Sustainable Travel International’s API allows companies and individual employees to seamlessly offset their business...