Transformational Travel
Presented by Qasa Alom
Presented by Qasa Alom
Tourism, though a key economic driver, can pose challenges to destinations worldwide. Find out how organisations are addressing these issues, adopting sustainable practices and engaging with local communities to ensure tourism benefits everyone. Explore the positive technological and innovative advances revolutionising the sector and how organisations are prioritising sustainable and responsible tourism.
The Canary Islands is a popular tourist destination, and its sustainability hinges on environmental preservation and community support. To achieve this, the Canary Islands Tourism Board has created a digital tool for companies which helps to measure carbon footprint and develop climate action plans, aiming for an enhanced quality of life for everyone involved.
Tourism plays a crucial role in the local economy and community with sustainability being key for its longevity. Clare County Council, in collaboration with local communities and agencies, is pioneering to make Clare the first county-wide certified sustainable destination in Ireland, with the hope to attract visitors from all over the globe.
Tourism contributes to 31% of Seychelles' GDP* (Source: World Bank), making it a vital source of income for the local economy. Ensuring the sustainability of tourism is increasingly crucial for preserving Seychelles' natural treasures. The Seychelles Tourism Department leads the "Sustainable Seychelles" initiative, certifying local tourist businesses and projects to guarantee the flourishing of these treasures for years to come.
Tourism brings benefits to an economy and a society, but it can also have a negative impact on the environment. The Tourism Authority of Thailand is an organisation promoting the country whilst also working towards a more sustainable future, engaging with businesses to provide ecofriendly accommodation and low carbon travel routes.
The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest reef and one that faces significant threats from climate change. Tourism Tropical North Queensland is dedicated to safeguarding this natural wonder and promoting sustainable tourism to preserve and protect its beauty for future generations. Mark Olsen, CEO of Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Eric Fisher, Marine Biologist discuss the importance of sustainable tourism.
The European Tourism Association (ETOA) is a trade association that represents and supports European tour operators and their partners, ensuring they have the resources to thrive in the tourism industry. CEO Tom Jenkins discusses the industry's challenges regarding sustainability, responsible travel, and over-tourism, and how they are addressing these issues.
Approved by the European Tourism Association.
The European Travel Commission, also known as ETC, is a non-profit organisation representing the national tourism organisations of Europe. Commissions CEO, Eduardo Santander shares how they are rolling out best-practice sharing for their members to adopt sustainable practices.
Approved by the European Travel Commission.
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council - commonly known as the GSTC - establishes and manages global standards for sustainable travel and tourism and provides international accreditation for sustainable tourism Certification Bodies. The CEO of the Council, Randy Durband, discusses how the council is encouraging sustainable travel.
Approved by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.
UN Tourism is an agency for tourism and the global leader of tourism for development, driving social and economic change to ensure that “people and planet” are always centre stage. UN Tourism Executive Director, Zorista Urosevic shares how the organisation takes on the role of driving a sustainable force that is now central to many economies worldwide.
Approved by UN Tourism.
The World Travel and Tourism Council, the WTTC, is a forum for the travel and tourism industry. It is made up of members from the global business community and works with governments to raise awareness about the travel and tourism industry. Their President and CEO, Julia Simpson, shares how the forum is working on sustainable practices.
Approved by The World Travel and Tourism Council.
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Qasa is a British broadcaster, radio and television presenter and documentary maker. He is a climate, travel and sport presenter, with credits to his name such as a documentary for 'The Travel Show' on eco-tourism, presenter of Today at Wimbledon' and a moderator at COP27 for the UN, questioning some of the leading experts and governments on climate change.
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