Why Tourism Needs Offsets (and Reduction Alone Isn’t Enough)
November 13, 2025
Hidden beneath the ocean’s surface lies one of Earth’s most important ecosystems. Seagrass is a marine plant that grows in shallow coastal waters, forming underwater meadows known as seagrass beds. These landscapes feed sea turtles, dugongs, and even sharks, while sheltering a diverse array of fish and small organisms. These...
As the climate crisis intensifies, mangroves are gaining long-overdue recognition for their role in protecting both people and the planet. These coastal trees capture and store large amounts of carbon, helping to mitigate the greenhouse gases that fuel climate change. They also boost climate resilience, shielding communities from rising seas...
SEATTLE, WA (September 25, 2025) — Just in time for World Tourism Day, Sustainable Travel International today released two new episodes in its Sustainable Travel: Where Next? docu-series, produced in partnership with BlackRook Media. The series highlights destinations and travel companies that are redefining what it means for tourism to...
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...