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Sustainable Tourism Stays Movement

Go Sustainable Tourism (GST) is dedicated to verifying and certifying accommodations in South Africa, and adding impetus to the development of standards of sustainability.

Invest Local, Impact Global - At GSTBlog, we are dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism practices in South Africa. Our primary focus is on tourism stays and accommodations. GSTBlog is the forum of Go Sustainable Tourism, which conducts thorough audits to guide tourism establishments toward responsible and ethical practices. These efforts are crucial in preserving our natural and cultural heritage, balancing return on investment with the well-being of our community, the environment, and humanity.

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Bathurst preparing to face up to mining threat

PIET MARAIS - THE BATHURST community is preparing to face the latest threat of a sand and stone mining to the historic 3 000-hectare commonage...

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How GST Can Assist Your Accommodation Place

We provide you with a Management Method to suggest where you can improve regarding sustainability. Our External Audit will acknowledge your progress. Follow-up Audits will encourage continuous improvement. GST will assist to make your business a Model Sustainable Destination.

Stay Informed with Go Sustainable Tourism Blog

The world of sustainable tourism and sustainability is changing rapidly. We at GST Blog will keep you informed to assist you in making choices, whether in selecting your next accommodation destination, or helping you decide how to invest in the sustainable tourism industry.

Growing interest in sustainable travel - surveys

ANNE KRUGER - A report by the World Travel & Tourism Council has shown that consumers are in favour of sustainable travel but that cost is the biggest influence on their choices...

Mining application curveball for Bathurst

PIET MARAIS, GST Editor - Scarcely a year after the Bathurst Commonage Management Committee (BCMC) was formed as a milestone of collaboration, they are met with their first major challenge...

Earth Day 2025: Building a sustainable and resilient South Africa

PRESS RELEASE, DR DION GEORGE - As we join the global community in celebrating Earth Day 2025, I am proud to reflect on the progress we have made in safeguarding South Africa's environment for all...

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