ChargeHolidays works with accredited partners advancing sustainable tourism and a healthier planet. Still, it is not easy to act sustainably — for accommodations or travelers. In the label jungle of more than 150 certificates, many properties struggle to choose a standard, and travelers cannot tell what to trust or how to spot greenwashing. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council lists standards that have proven robust. At ChargeHolidays we map these certifiers directly into our Dreamcatcher matrix so everyone can compare properties across schemes. Because many smaller, family-run properties lack budget and staff for full certification, we offer the free Sustainable Dreamcatcher Check.
Below, each card summarizes what makes these programmes meaningful for travelers and hosts.
TourCert’s internationally recognized system promotes sustainability across the tourism value chain, bringing together experts from tourism, science, environment, development, and politics. “Travel for tomorrow” means future-proofing the industry and inviting travelers to contribute positively.
Green Key is a leading eco-label for environmental responsibility in tourism. Certified establishments meet strict criteria from the Foundation for Environmental Education and demonstrate commitment through regular audits.
EarthCheck provides sustainability and destination-management services for travel and tourism. Its holistic, science-based methods help destinations and operators assess and certify performance with confidence.
This internationally recognized programme aligns with the UN SDGs and GSTC criteria and supports the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance’s pathway to net-positive hospitality, with benchmark tools for carbon, water, and waste.
Green Globe members work daily on sustainability outcomes for their teams, communities, and the environment. Goals from energy and water to reuse and recycling are managed through a comprehensive plan with hundreds of activities across the organization.
The Austrian Ecolabel stands for “vacation with environmental benefits”: stronger environmental and quality standards, a clearer profile, and higher guest satisfaction — a signal travelers can rely on.
Hilton earned GSTC recognition by integrating GSTC criteria into its LightStay management system via a responsible travel and tourism guide — covering the key areas required for credible certification.
This standard reflects updated GSTC industry criteria and Asian ecotourism contexts. It applies to ecolodges, ecoresorts, and nature-based lodges across the Asia-Pacific region.
For decades, Green Seal has offered rigorous ecolabeling standards globally. Thousands of certified products, services, and spaces signal strong health and environmental leadership and reward industry innovation.
Our partners are recognized by the GSTC and demonstrate sustainable operations through credible programmes.
What is the GSTC? The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) was created by UN agencies with NGOs and the private sector to work as an independent body. GSTC-accredited certification means procedures meet international expectations for transparency, impartiality, and competence — so you can book with clearer confidence.
That makes conscious travel decisions easier.
