The 2025 edition of the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards has reached a historic milestone with 106 entries from 30 countries. This is a clear reflection of the global commitment to sustainable tourism, responsible travel, and the transformation of the sector toward a more conscious model aligned with the SDGs.
In a historic edition, the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2025 have recorded record participation with 106 entries from 30 countries, establishing themselves as one of the most important international recognitions in the field of sustainable tourism.
The significant increase in submissions confirms that the commitment to responsible tourism is now a global reality. Year after year, these awards, organized by Skål International, demonstrate the growing interest of destinations, businesses, and institutions in aligning their strategies with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The entries span various categories that honor responsible tourism initiatives—from community-based projects to eco-friendly accommodations, travel agencies, sustainable tourism destinations, and conservation strategies.
The announcement of the selected entries comes at a time when sustainability in tourism is no longer optional, but necessary. Stakeholders across the sector increasingly recognize that environmental care, social inclusion, and resource efficiency are key to maintaining the competitiveness and resilience of destinations.
The 84th Skål International World Congress, to be held from September 25 to 29 in Cusco, Peru, will host the awards ceremony, where the winning projects will be announced. During the Opening Ceremony on September 26, the leaders of conscious and transformative tourism will be publicly recognized.
As part of its commitment to sustainable tourism, Biosphere is a proud collaborator of the Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2025. In this edition, the winning project will receive exclusive access to a personalized Sustainability Plan with Biosphere, a practical tool for implementing real actions focused on continuous improvement.
This plan, designed to help recipients work toward the Biosphere Certified label, ensures that the awarded entity can demonstrate compliance with verified sustainable practices aligned with the SDGs and validated by international standards.
The Sustainable Tourism Awards not only highlight the efforts of the participating organizations but also inspire others to follow the same path toward a fairer, more inclusive, and regenerative tourism model.
At Biosphere, we congratulate all participants for their dedication and commitment. These 106 projects are a powerful example of tourism’s potential to generate real positive impact—both in territories and local communities.