ETC, ECTN, Europa Nostra and NECSTouR announced the 2026 winners across six categories, chosen from 72 entries, at a ceremony in Skiathos on 24 September 2026.

The Finnish capital, Helsinki, has taken first place in the Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Index for the third year running. The figures show that the city's commitment to sustainability is…

On World Tourism Day, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) highlights how investment in sustainable tourism can support economic diversification, strengthen...

Almost 400,000 vehicles entered Mallorca through its ports in 2023. Mallorca plans to limit vehicle entry for non-residents, introduce a charge, and set a maximum number of hire cars allowed on the…

From Slovenia to Norway, including Italian case studies: how the outdoors is becoming a driver of sustainability and promotion

Authorities are now structuring tourism growth around nature-based and conservation-led experiences, with an ambition to double arrivals from 2024 levels while…

Emissions from the high-polluting tourism sector are hitting Japan’s climate goals, but some destinations are finding their own climate solutions.

Vietnam is among 10 major emerging travel and tourism economies that will be an important driver of future global tourism growth, as developing destinations continue to narrow the gap with…

With disruption the new norm, travel and tourism must adapt. The Forum’s latest Travel & Tourism Development Index outlines steps to turn visitor demand into lasting value.

The Finnish capital, Helsinki, has taken first place in the Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Index for the third year running. The figures show that the city's commitment to sustainability is p...

Vietnam is among 10 major emerging travel and tourism economies that will be an important driver of future global tourism growth, as developing destinations continue to narrow the gap with established...

Call for sector to be ‘honest’ about environmental impact

On World Tourism Day, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) highlights how investment in sustainable tourism can support economic diversification, strengthen...

Almost 400,000 vehicles entered Mallorca through its ports in 2023. Mallorca plans to limit vehicle entry for non-residents, introduce a charge, and set a maximum number of hire cars allowed on the ro...

Emissions from the high-polluting tourism sector are hitting Japan’s climate goals, but some destinations are finding their own climate solutions.

Authorities are now structuring tourism growth around nature-based and conservation-led experiences, with an ambition to double arrivals from 2024 levels while…

With disruption the new norm, travel and tourism must adapt. The Forum’s latest Travel & Tourism Development Index outlines steps to turn visitor demand into lasting value.

ETC, ECTN, Europa Nostra and NECSTouR announced the 2026 winners across six categories, chosen from 72 entries, at a ceremony in Skiathos on 24 September 2026.

After four years of research, local action and collaboration across the Mediterranean, the Blue Tourism Initiative draws to a close. From building a stronger evidence base to testing solutions across…

A new study in Bali found that coral reefs continue to decline at one of the island’s major tourism hubs, despite multiple efforts to rehabilitate them.

UNESCO continues to support Mexican authorities and communities in transforming the tourism paradigm for sustainable development.

The GUSTI project concluded in Dubrovnik after two and a half years of Croatian-Italian cooperation focused on gastronomy, heritage and sustainable tourism

Jared Kushner's luxury resort plans have become the symbol of a much bigger battle over nature, tourism and the future of Albania. We do a deep dive into the country with one of Europe's last wild…

Thailand is set to join more than 80 countries that impose tourist fees to strengthen visitor protection and support long-term tourism development.

Europe Sustainable Tourism Market Strategic Dynamics Reshapes How Eco Minded Nomads Experience Travel, Find Out Now

Visitors are spending more per day while staying for less time. Did Hawaii achieve sustainable tourism or simply become too expensive?

The EU's Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition (EmpCo) Directive becomes enforceable on 27 September 2026.

Australian tourism operators marketing to European consumers will face tighter requirements around environmental claims from 27th September, as new European Union anti-greenwashing legislation comes…

After four years of research, local action and collaboration across the Mediterranean, the Blue Tourism Initiative draws to a close. From building a stronger evidence base to testing solutions across ...

UNESCO continues to support Mexican authorities and communities in transforming the tourism paradigm for sustainable development.