Green Key International’s Post

In a recent article, Yummi Talwar, COO – South Asia, VFS Global, shared that tourism’s true impact lies in how responsibly each journey creates lasting, sustainable change. Here’s her views on how tourism can drive positive transformation through strong governance, strategic planning, and long-term sustainability: https://lnkd.in/dVi-cfRm #WorldTourismDay

🧳 Aim for 2050: European cities want 'balanced' tourism that works for their citizens Local governments are warning that the tourism industry's rapid growth is putting pressure on infrastructure, causing pollution levels to rise and reducing the quality of life for residents. Can European cities balance economic profitability with sustainability? By 2050, European cities want a tourism that balances the sustainability, economic, and social dimensions. ➡️ More here: https://bit.ly/3X8FVdL

The first-ever Turning the Tide regenerative tourism summit will bring together a mix of professionals from destination marketing and municipalities along the Texas Gulf Coast to collaborate — even if they compete for the same business — on how to make sustainability the standard destination-wide. Read more, by Michelle Russell: https://lnkd.in/eRYvZ6eM #PCMAConvene #EventProfs

How can tourism become more resilient and prosperous? Patricia Dueñas, Global Lead for Circular Economy, shows how adopting a circular economy approach drives innovation, collaboration, and long-term value for destinations and communities alike. https://lnkd.in/gWPcfSDC #ResponsibleTourism

How a circular economy can transform tourism. Patricia Dueñas, our Global Lead for Circular Economy, shares how innovation, collaboration, and responsible design can create lasting value for communities and the industry. https://lnkd.in/dWFWdXwJ #ResponsibleTourism

How a circular economy can transform tourism. Patricia Dueñas, our Global Lead for Circular Economy, shares how innovation, collaboration, and responsible design can create lasting value for communities and the industry. https://lnkd.in/eZqmex7s #ResponsibleTourism

In a world where sustainability makes all the difference, Finland seeks to inspire with its vision of responsible tourism. 🌍 We spoke with David Campano, Marketing Director at Visit Finland, to learn how the country blends innovation, nature, and authenticity to attract travelers and about its role at #FITUR2026, from January 21 to 25. ℹ️ https://lnkd.in/ddT62xtE

I was pleased to be part of the recent Greening the Islands Foundation conference in Gozo, and very happy that #sustainabletourism was recognised as one of the cross-cutting priorities for islands. Randy Durband from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council stressed the importance of sustainability certification to avoid greenwash and Joe Muscat from the Gozo Tourism Association explained how policy design and application of nature-based solutions can ensure that tourism remains a driver of prosperity while preserving the local ecosystems. The discussions resonated with the approach of The SUNx Program, with its focus on education through action, especially in countries that are recognised as Small Island Developing States (#SIDS) and Least Developed Countries (#LDC).

How a circular economy can transform tourism. Patricia Dueñas, our Global Lead for Circular Economy, shares how innovation, collaboration, and responsible design can create lasting value for communities and the industry. https://lnkd.in/d73QKgi7 #ResponsibleTourism

Located in Tenerife, Hotel Garoé has made sustainability a clear and measurable strategy. Within the framework of the European I-STARS project, the hotel developed a strategic sustainability plan with expert consultancy and trained its staff in responsible practices and environmentally conscious customer service. The results are already evident 🔎 : increased staff engagement, more sustainable and local suppliers, reduced food waste, community involvement initiatives, and the establishment of KPIs to track efficiency improvements and impact reduction. Additionally, they have renewed their Travelife certification 📜, reinforcing their leadership in responsible tourism. We are delighted to see their progress and congratulate the entire team on their commitment to a greener future 👏 European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)  Cyprus Chamber of Commerce & Industry INSULEUR .  OTIE - Observatory on Tourism for Islands Economy  Fundació Mallorca Turisme  Vagabond Tours Ltd #ISTARSproject #EUTourism #SustainableTourism #IslandInnovation #TourismStrategy #SMEs #Testimonials #CircularEconomy