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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
UNWTO and Travelindex Group Sign MOU to Help SMEs Thrive in Post Pandemic World
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Travelindex Group (which Sustainable First is a part of) joined forces to…
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Sustainable News
Cornell Launches Sustainable Tourism Destination Management Online Course
An online course program developed by Cornell University in partnership with the Travel Foundation will be the first-of-its-kind to equip…
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Sustainable News
Middle East Members Focus on Tourism Sustainable Recovery
UNWTO has successfully celebrated the 48th session of its Regional Commission for the Middle East. Returning to Egypt for the…
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Sustainable News
Tourism Enjoys Strong 2022 Start While Facing New Uncertainties
International tourism continued its recovery in January 2022, with a much better performance compared to the weak start to 2021.…
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Sustainable News
IATA Announces First Industry-Developed Passenger CO2 Calculation Methodology
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IATA Recommended Practice Per-Passenger CO2 Calculation Methodology. IATA’s Methodology,…
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