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Handbook of Good Practices in Tourism in Bulgaria
Bulgaria’s tourism industry is steadily shifting toward sustainable models that benefit local communities. A key resource for this evolution is the Handbook of Good Practices in the Tourism Sector, which outlines alternative tourism methods—such as creative, community-based, and circular tourism—to...
IULM’s Sustainable Destination Management & Communication
IULM University in Milan offers a prestigious Master’s in Hospitality and Tourism Management (dual degree), featuring a dedicated specialization in Sustainable Destination Management & Communication. This rigorous program equips students with essential theoretical models, managerial tools, and communication strategies to...
The New Frontier of Sustainable Tourism in Tuscany
Tuscany has long been a global tourism icon, known for its Renaissance art, rolling hills, and vibrant culture. Yet, it has also faced overtourism in spots like Florence and Pisa. In response, Toscana Promozione is leading “a new frontier of...
The UN Sustainable Development Agenda 2030
In September 2015, all United Nations Member States adopted the Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development, a universal commitment to end poverty, protect the environment, and promote prosperity for everyone. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and...
Promoting Green Tourism in Slovenia: A National Blueprint
Slovenia has emerged as a global leader in sustainable tourism through its pioneering Green Scheme of Slovenian Tourism, launched in 2012 under the national brand Slovenia Green. This certification programme unites destinations, accommodations, attractions, restaurants, agencies, parks, and beaches in...
Sustainable Tourism Destinations Management
Effective management of sustainable tourism destinations requires shifting from short-term economic gain to long-term environmental protection, community well-being, and cultural preservation. A Shift Toward Long-Term Sustainability Historically, the focus was largely on maximizing tourist numbers and economic benefits - often...
TOURISME Project: A Review on Sustainable Tourism
The TOURISME project aims to enhance sustainability practices among tourism SMEs through knowledge sharing, cooperation, and stakeholder involvement. Deliverable 2.1, published in August 2021, offers a comprehensive literature review of the field, analyzing both academic and grey literature since 2010. Scope...
GSTC Criteria: Setting Global Standards for Sustainable Tourism
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), founded in 2010 by UN agencies, WWF, UNEP, and others, leads the way in establishing global standards for sustainable travel and tourism. These standards—called the GSTC Criteria—define the minimum expectations for environmental, social, cultural,...
Charter for Sustainable Tourism in Bulgaria
On 2 April 2024, Bulgaria’s Ministry of Environment and Water (MoEW) and Ministry of Tourism, alongside leaders from the Bulgarian Tourist Chamber, BlueLink Information Network, the Association of Parks in Bulgaria, Bulgarian Association for Alternative Tourism, and other key stakeholders,...
Gran Canaria – A Sustainable Biosphere Destination
In January 2024, the island of Gran Canaria officially received the prestigious Biosphere Destination certification - recognizing its commitment to sustainable tourism and its alignment with the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. It ranks among the top 15 European destinations...

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