One Planet Vision for a Responsible Recovery of the Tourism Sector

FROM A COLLECTIVE VISION TO RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACTION

On 4 May 2021, the G20 Tourism Ministers welcomed the Recommendations for the Transition to a Green Travel and Tourism Economy which UNWTO submitted upon the request of the Italian Presidency.

The Recommendations, which build on the widely consulted One Planet Vision for a Responsible Recovery of the Tourism Sector, represent a common vision for better tourism for people, planet and prosperity.

See the News Release here Download the Recommendations here

Transforming Vision Into Action – a Repository of Inspiring Initiatives, Tools and Strategic Thinking

The One Planet Vision calls for a responsible recovery of the tourism sector from the COVID-19 crisis which is founded on sustainability. The Vision strives to enhance the resilience of tourism, balancing the needs of people, planet and prosperity. The Vision is available in all UN languages (English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian).

This repository aims to inspire further action from governments and the private sector by highlighting tools and initiatives from stakeholders which are leading by example, as well as providing reflections of thought and opinion leaders on the challenges and opportunities for the responsible and sustainable recovery of tourism.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed and arguments employed herein are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official views of the UNWTO or its member countries.

Transforming Vision Into Action - Oped

Oped ABTA, the British Travel Association

Tourism for Good: How to rebuild travel and tourism

Oped Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

The fundamental importance of building back better in a post-Covid world

Oped China Tourism Academy

A responsible recovery from COVID-19 for the tourism sector

Oped Tourism and Protected Areas (IUCN/ WCPA)

Sustainable recovery of tourism in protected areas from the COVID-19 pandemic

Op-ed Iberostar Group

Responsible Tourism: The Key to Building Back a Better Industry

Op-ed The Long Run

Conservation and community must come first for tourism to recover responsibly and build back better for people and planet

Op-ed Intrepid Travel

Climate action is a collective commitment to the sustainability of our industry

Transforming Vision into Action - Policy and Governance

Decarbonization of tourism in Valencia

The decarbonization of tourism in action: the case of Valencia

Machu Picchu Carbon Neutral

Machu Picchu: World's First Carbon Neutral Wonder

Urdaibai and Sitges Carrying Capacity

Spanish destinations Urdaibai and Sitges measuring their carrying capacity during COVID-19 to enhance planning

Queensland Electric Tourism Drive

Driving Sustainability - Electric Vehicle Tourist Drive emerges in Queensland, Australia

Transforming Vision Into Action - Guidelines and Tools

Eco-Guide for Hospitality Businesses and Schools

The Eco-Guide is an example of the integration of sustainable practices into the schools’ training and operations to inspire students to take actions on these issues.

Climate Proof Investments Guide

"This document has the ability to define the purpose of the projects and showed us that we could have solutions and improvements while still in our final planning stage."