About Certification

A Basic Overview of Global Certification

There are more than 130 certifications for responsible or sustainable tourism programs in the world and at least 25 of these would be considered as credible or workable, but the value and reliability of these programs is constantly questioned for their positive impact on global travelers and the destinations involved. This is a very basic overview of certification for sustainable tourism.

Aracari – Costa Rica
Photographer: Ulises Zúñiga