How can I become certified?

There are lots of different certification bodies offering certifications around the world. We’d recommend selecting one that is officially recognised or accredited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), an international organisation that establishes and manages standards for sustainable tourism. For their recognition and accreditation programmes, they verify that certification bodies’ standards comprehensively include:

• Sustainable management
• Socio-economic impact
• Cultural impact
• Environmental impact (including consumption of resources, reducing pollution, and conserving biodiversity and landscapes)

How much does certification cost?
Each certification body sets their prices individually. Some bodies offer certification for free – often when the certification is provided by a governmental department. Others offer a discount for smaller properties, or for multiple properties in the same group.