SUSTAINABLE DESTINATIONS
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Asia and the Pacific
Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape
Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape is a true labour of love and a bold experience proposition, pioneering a “no walls, no doors” concept that embraces nature’s wild space, an invitation…
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Croatia
Terme Sveti Martin
Terme Sveti Martin is a one-of-a-kind destination in northern Croatia, one of the first healthness resorts in Europe, a perfect place to rejuvenate and relax, take care of one’s…
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Timor-Leste
ATKOMA – Ataúro Island
Asosiasaun Turizmu Koleku Mahanak Ataúro (ATKOMA) is the Destination Management Organization for the island of Ataúro, Timor Leste. The region has been working towards building sustainable tourism and promoting the…
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Tunisia
Dahar
Destination Dahar is a Destination Management Organization in the Eastern South of Tunisia created to preserve the Cultural heritage of Dahar with sustainability at the heart of it’s strategy. Dahar…
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Sustainable First Views
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Sustainable News
One Year On, Tourism Stands Firm in Support Of Ukraine
This week, we mark a sad anniversary. It has been one year since the Russian Federation chose to invade Ukraine, in…
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Sustainable News
Interview with Jo Hendrickx, Founder of Travel Without Plastic, on its Global Tourism Plastics Initiative commitment
As part of Sustainable First’s partnership with the UNEP’s & UNWTO’s Global Tourism Plastics Initiative, we speak to Jo Hendrickx,…
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Sustainable News
Is it possible to be a ‘sustainable tourist’? 12 ways to make a positive impact on your travels
There are many positive aspects to tourism. Around two billion people travel each year for tourism purposes. Travel and tourism…
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Be Sustainable First
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UN Sustainable Development Goals
What are the UN Sustainable Development Goals?
The Sustainable Development Goals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. They address the…
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UN Sustainable Development Goals
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL 1
NO POVERTY: WHY IT MATTERS What’s the goal here? To end poverty in all its forms everywhere by 2030. More…
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UN Sustainable Development Goals
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL 2
ZERO HUNGER: WHY IT MATTERS What’s the goal here? To end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote…
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UN Sustainable Development Goals
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL 3
GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING: WHY IT MATTERS What’s the goal here? To ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all…
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Sustainable News
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Sustainable News
New Guidelines Put Women’s Empowerment at Heart of Tourism Restart
A new set of guidelines will help both governments and businesses better address the needs of women in the tourism…
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Sustainable News
JTB Signs MOU with GSTC for Sustainable Tourism Strategy
On the occasion of its 110th anniversary, JTB Corp., one of the travel and tourism industry leaders, signed a memorandum…
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Sustainable News
Developing the World’s First Luxury Energy-Positive Hotel
A luxury hotel at the base of Norway’s Svartisen glacier has bold ambitions to generate more energy than it consumes…
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Sustainable News
UNWTO Against Restrictions and for Peace and Tourism for All
UNWTO has concluded a week of meetings in Geneva, securing strong backing for its call to ease travel and enhancing…
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Sustainable News
New Projects to Set Scottish Tourism Sector on Road to Net Zero
The Travel Foundation is working with VisitScotland and Scotland’s three economic development agencies on a package of COP26 legacy projects…
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