Pre-conference training
Complete your participation in GSTC2026 Phuket by joining one of our pre-conference trainings, taking place on 19th and 20th of April. Choose from our Sustainable MICE course, Sustainable Attraction course, or our flagship Sustainable Course (available in English and Thai).
GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course – English
The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in travel and tourism. The training covers the GSTC Standards (formerly known as GSTC Criteria), the global standards for sustainability in travel and tourism, and provides best practices for businesses and destinations. Two day course in English.
GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course – Thai
The GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in travel and tourism. The training covers the GSTC Standards (formerly known as GSTC Criteria), the global standards for sustainability in travel and tourism, and provides best practices for businesses and destinations. Two day course in Thai.
Sustainable MICE Course – English
The GSTC MICE Course provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in the MICE industry. The course covers the GSTC MICE Standard (for Venues, Event Organizers, and Events & Exhibitions), aiming to serve as the global sustainability standards for the industry and were created to provide a common understanding of sustainable tourism in the MICE industry throughout the world, and offering best practices for MICE industry. This course has four main themes: effective sustainability planning, maximizing social and economic benefits for the local community, enhancing cultural heritage, and reducing negative impacts on the environment. Two day English course.
GSTC Sustainable Attraction Course – English
The GSTC Attraction Course provides the knowledge and tools needed to help improve sustainability practices in tourist attractions. The course covers the GSTC Attraction Standard that establishes the global sustainability standards for attractions, guiding businesses such as theme parks, museums, and national parks toward sustainable practices. Two day English course.