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
COVID-19: UNWTO Calls on Tourism to be Part of Recovery Plans
In an update on the sector’s response to the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) offers a first…
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Sustainable News
Dive tourism: how to minimize your environmental impact
The Reef-World Foundation—the international coordinator of the United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Green Fins initiative—is reminding tourists of the huge environmental…
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Sustainable Views
Let’s travel green: Here are some eco-friendly ideas to make tourism sustainable
We are living in a world wherein urban professionals are increasingly feeling the need to go on holidays and weekend…
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Sustainable News
SUNx: eXistential Climate Crisis Requires More Urgent Actions
Inaugural Malta Climate Friendly Travel Think Tank concludes with finding that the eXistential climate crisis requires even more urgent action…
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Sustainable News
Sustainable Travel Ireland Adopts the GSTC Industry Criteria
Sustainable Travel Ireland has formally adopted the GSTC Industry Criteria to be used in Ireland by accommodations and tour operators.…
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