10 Ways Tourism Advances Peace
September 19, 2024
Tourism has the potential to be a powerful force for peace. When tourism is carried out sustainably, it can lift communities out of poverty, foster
Tourism has the potential to be a powerful force for peace. When tourism is carried out sustainably, it can lift communities out of poverty, foster
Dispersing tourists to less crowded locations may seem like the obvious solution to overtourism, but it’s only part of the equation. While shifting the flow
SEATTLE, WA (September 4, 2024) – Today, Sustainable Travel International announced the upcoming release of Season 3 of its short-form documentary series, Sustainable Travel: Where
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,
Our fourth Climate Impact Portfolio of 2024, released on August 19, supports five carbon offset projects around the world. Read on to learn more about
Tourism can stimulate economic growth, foster cultural exchange, and support conservation efforts that protect the world’s most remarkable places. However, when tourism development is poorly
Gone are the days when hotels could simply put up signs encouraging guests to reuse their towels and then call themselves “green.” As travelers become more aware of the environmental impacts of their actions, they are increasingly choosing brands that adopt eco-friendly practices. With climate change at the forefront of...
This event already happened – Click here to view the recording Have you heard about carbon offsetting but still have questions or don’t know where to begin? In recent years, tourism has come under heightened scrutiny for its contribution to the climate emergency and as a result, more attention has...
It is well known that forests help fight climate change, but ocean and coastal ecosystems are also highly effective carbon sinks. Blue carbon refers to the carbon that is captured and stored by coastal ecosystems, such as mangroves, seagrass meadows, and salt marshes. Although they cover less area than forests,...
There are a number of organizations that offer carbon offsets, but it can be difficult to decide which one to go with. When offsetting, it is important to go through an organization that is transparent, knows their stuff, and is creating meaningful and lasting impacts. To help you navigate all...
Climate change alters the planet, threatening nature, people, and your favorite vacation spots. Tourism isn’t just a victim of climate change—it also contributes nearly 9% of global emissions. Carbon offsets provide a way to counteract this impact by funding projects that reduce or remove emissions elsewhere. By offsetting the unavoidable...
Whether your company is a hotel, tour operator, or restaurant, you probably know that your business is generating carbon emissions in one way or another. From heating your guest rooms to transporting your customers overseas, many of the day-to-day activities that keep your business running can also have an impact...