
“Eco-Friendly” Was Always Weak Marketing (and Is Now a Legal Risk)
Picture a traveler comparing two safari trips. One calls itself “eco-friendly.” The other promises a solar-powered camp with no generator humming at night and a

Picture a traveler comparing two safari trips. One calls itself “eco-friendly.” The other promises a solar-powered camp with no generator humming at night and a

Not all carbon offsets are created equal. In recent years, growing scrutiny has highlighted concerns about the quality of some carbon credits, particularly around whether

Not all carbon offsets work the same way. Some protect forests or build wind farms, while others restore mangroves or pull carbon out of the

New tool helps tourism organizations navigate requirements under the EU’s EmpCo Directive and build trust with travelers. SEATTLE, WA (September 28, 2026) — As new

For many years, tourism businesses have used words like “green,” “eco-friendly,” and “responsible” to position their products as sustainable. But even when businesses have good

SEATTLE, WA (June 10, 2026) — Sustainable Travel International launched Humí, a new AI-powered carbon footprinting tool for tours that turns existing itineraries into emissions

Love taking photos of the fascinating critters you see on your diving or snorkeling trips? Follow these best practices to make sure you’re photographing responsibly and not harming marine life. What is the best (and most sustainable!) souvenir that you can bring back from a tropical getaway? While a new...

In 40 days, a lot can change. In 40 days entire coral formations are dying from a mysterious disease. But what if, in 40 days, we could transform reef conservation instead? Would YOU fight to save the Mesoamerican Reef? The world’s 2nd largest reef system, The Mesoamerican Reef, is under...

The new partnership will harness the power of tourism to conserve the world’s second largest reef system CANCUN (25 June, 2019) – Today, Mexico’s National Protected Area Commission (CONANP) entered into a strategic partnership with Sustainable Travel International, a global non-profit organization dedicated to conserving the planet’s most vulnerable destinations....

The stewardship success story of Mexico’s hidden garden Guest Contribution By Jonathan B. Tourtellot, Destination Stewardship Center. This post is part of the “The World’s Inspiring Places” blog series which showcases stories of destination stewardship success. Click here to learn more about the series and watch other videos. Few road...

Introducing The World’s Inspiring Places Video Series One of the ways we can inspire change and drive transformative action is by exchanging ideas and learning from others. Great things are happening all around us, but we’re not talking about them enough. As part of our efforts, we’re dedicated to sharing...
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