GSTC CERTIFICATION – HOTEL
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is the main international organization engaged in the promotion of sustainable tourism.
With GSTC certification, accommodation facilities can demonstrate their commitment to sustainable tourism through a credible and internationally recognized brand.
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is an organization which aims to promote sustainability and social responsibility in the world of tourism.
- Demonstrate effective sustainable management (Governance)
- Maximize social and economic benefits for the local community and minimize negative impacts
- Maximize the benefits to cultural heritage and minimize the negative impact
- Maximize the benefits to the environment and minimize the negative impact
The GSTC mark is obtained through the Vireo certification service.
Vireo is a GSTC accredited certification body. This means that the certification service is carried out and managed according to the accreditation standard, which defines methods, procedures and timing for verification audits, ensuring the independence and credibility of the entire system.
Vireo’s GSTC accreditation can be easily verified at the following link. In agreement and cooperation with GSTC, Vireo has also undertaken the Accreditation process with the national body ACCREDIA. In this way, Vireo will be able to provide the GSTC certification service in compliance with the European Regulation EC 765/2008.
In this transitional phase, Vireo legitimately operates by auditing and issuing GSTC certifications for accommodation facilities and tour operators in Italy. This is confirmed by the following GSTC communication available at the following link.
Vireo South Tyrol
In October 2021 Vireo opened operational headquarters in the Autonomous Province of Bolzano dedicated to GSTC Certification.
FAQ
What are the main characteristics of the GSTC Standard?
The GSTC certification aims to promote the concept of sustainability in the tourism sector in a practical and comprehensive way, through the implementation of basic principles and requirements which reduce the impact on the environment, highlight the local cultural heritage and optimize social and economic benefits for local communities.
What is the certification process like?
When the company is ready to be audited, Vireo schedules a first certification audit (Main Assessment). In this phase, the requirements of the GSTC standard applicable to the structure are verified and, if compliance is established, a certificate is issued a few days after the audit.
What is the duration of a GSTC certificate?
he GSTC certificate has a duration of 3 years.
What are the benefits for organizations holding GSTC certification?
Hotel and resort guests are increasingly concerned about the sustainability of the services and products offered and they are aware of the need to adopt measures aimed at protecting and safeguarding the environment. The GSTC standard is internationally recognized and allows certified hotels to demonstrate their commitment to implementing and promoting a management system which is sustainable from an environmental, social and economic point of view.
How can your guests recognize a GSTC certified facility?
GSTC certified hospitality establishments can promote their status by using the GSTC logo on their website and promotional materials, differentiating their resort and publicizing their commitment to implementing a sustainable business management system.
Why choose Vireo as a certification body?
Vireo is a young and dynamic certification body, able to manage any type of certification thanks to a wealth of experience and knowledge of the standards, as well as the competence and professionalism of its auditors.
Companies choose us because our service is flexible, attentive and customer-focussed.
Does Vireo have a valid accreditation to issue GSTC certificates?
Yes. Vireo’s GSTC accreditation can be verified at the following link. Vireo has also undertaken the process of Accreditation with the national body ACCREDIA and during this transition phase continues to operate legitimately by carrying out audits and issuing GSTC certifications for accommodation facilities and tour operators, as confirmed by the following GSTC communication which can be downloaded at the following link.
Downloads
TERMS AND CONDITIONS GSTC VIREO ASIA PACIFIC
GSTC CRITERIA FOR DESTINATIONS
GSTC CRITERIA FOR HOTELS
GSTC CRITERIA FOR TOUR OPERATORS
DISPUTES AND CONFLICTS PROCEDURE – COMPLAINTS AND APPEALS PROCEDURE
GSTC CERTIFICATION PROCESS GUIDELINES (HOTELS, TO, DESTINATIONS)
Case History
Full list of GSTC certificates issued by Vireo
On this page you can find the complete list of GSTC certificates issued by Vireo.
For each certificate are specified: the type (Hotel, Tour Operator, Destination), the code, the issue and expiry date, and the status.
On this page you can find the complete list of GSTC certificate sissued by Vireo. For each certificate are specified: the type (Hotel, Tour Operator, Destination), the code, the issue and expiry date, and the status.
There is a single hotel audit process in Turkey, with certificate and logo distributed by TGA on behalf of both TGA and GSTC, with both TGA and GSTC logos within it.
Reference Standards
Hotel:GSTC Hotel Criteria, Version 3
Tour Operator:GSTC Tour Operator Criteria, Version 3
Destination: GSTC Destination Criteria, Version 2.0
Certification Type | Certification Code | Issue Date | Expire Date | Status | City | Country | Certificate | |
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Comune di Siena | Destination | GSTC DVR230102 | 23/02/2023 | 22/02/2026 | Valid | Siena (SI) | Italy | GSTC certificate Comune di Siena |
Consorzio di Promozione Turistica del Tarvisiano, di Sella Nevea e del Passo Pramollo Soc Cons Arl | Destination | GSTC DVR210101 | 06/05/2024 | 05/05/2027 | Valid | Tarvisio (UD) | Italy | GSTC certificate Consorzio Tarvisiano, 2024 |
Cooperativa Turistica San Vigilio & San Martin | Destination | GSTC DVR210104 | 30/08/2024 | 29/08/2027 | Valid | Marebbe (BZ) | Italy | GSTC certificate Cooperativa Turistica San Vigilio & San Martino, 2024 |
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