Recognising 41 model destinations and tourism operators advancing toward international standards
Department of Tourism, Ministry of Tourism and Sports, hosted the Thailand Good Travel Sustainable Tourism Certification Ceremony under the Thailand Green Plan 2030 initiative, held under the concept Champions of Change: Showcasing Models of Transformation Toward Sustainability.
The event celebrated and honoured tourism destinations and operators that have successfully met national sustainability standards, while promoting the strengths of Thailand’s tourism sector to both domestic and international target markets. The ceremony was presided over by Natthriya Thaweevong, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports.
The Thailand Green Plan 2030 has been systematically and continuously implemented to lay a strong foundation for sustainable tourism development nationwide.
Key milestones have included the signing of Memoranda of Understanding to foster multi-sector partnerships, the establishment of strategic directions for Thailand’s sustainable tourism ecosystem, the official launch of the Thailand Good Travel certification mark, and a series of regional roadshows and workshops across all four regions of the country.
These initiatives have facilitated knowledge transfer, strengthened capabilities, and prepared tourism operators and communities to align with international sustainability standards in a structured and measurable manner.
As a result of these concerted efforts, tangible outcomes have been achieved. A total of 41 destinations and tourism operators have successfully passed sustainability assessments, comprising 12 certified under the Small Good Stay standard, 15 under the Thailand Good Travel – Community-Based Tourism (CBT) standard, 5 tour companies, and 7 destinations evaluated across 15 key sustainability criteria out of 84 indicators.)
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