Finland is importing Copenhagen’s CopenPay model, offering perks to visitors who opt for low-impact ways to explore the country. The initiative, billed as “a win for tourists and the environment,” aims to nudge travelers toward conscious, sustainable choices while delivering benefits to local communities.

Mexico has unveiled the world’s first certificate devoted to sustainable community tourism, a move officials say will empower local residents and reshape notions of authentic travel. The initiative is pitched as a catalyst for fresh, community-rooted experiences across the country.

The Community-Based Tourism (CBT) market in the Asia-Pacific region is experiencing unprecedented growth. Valued at $575.9 billion in 2022, it’s projected to reach a staggering $2,136.8 billion by 2032. This surge reflects the rising appeal of sustainable tourism that fosters authentic cultural encounters.

Major hotel brands are spearheading a global surge in luxury resort openings and expansions, particularly in all-inclusive and sustainable travel sectors, reshaping options for travelers in destinations from Greece to the Caribbean.

Following Costa Rica’s sustainable tourism success, new destinations across Central America are embracing eco-friendly travel. This movement is attracting a new wave of environmentally conscious visitors to the region.

Tenerife is making a powerful commitment to environmental protection with a groundbreaking multi-million euro sanitation project in Arico, set to revolutionize wastewater management and promote sustainable tourism.