Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2025 – Recognizing Excellence in Sustainable Tourism

The Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in sustainability across the global tourism industry. Established in 2002, these prestigious awards aim to promote responsible tourism by recognizing initiatives that successfully balance environmental, social, and economic sustainability. The awards serve as a platform to showcase best practices, inspire industry-wide change, and emphasize the importance of sustainability in tourism development.

About the Awards

The Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards highlight innovative and impactful initiatives that contribute to the betterment of the tourism industry. By acknowledging efforts that foster sustainable growth, these awards encourage organizations to adopt responsible tourism practices and work towards a more sustainable future.

Who Can Participate?

Participation in the awards is open to a wide range of stakeholders within the tourism industry, including:

• Public and private sector organizations
• NGOs and non-profit organizations
• Educational institutions
• Government agencies related to tourism

Conditions for Participation

To ensure fairness and quality, the following conditions apply:

• Each participant may submit only one entry.
• Participation is completely free of charge.
• All sustainable initiatives and activities presented must be fully implemented and operational.
• Projects that are not yet in operation are not eligible.
• The application form must be completed in English.
• Entries must be endorsed by a Skål International Club to qualify (except for government bodies).
• A Skål International Club may endorse multiple projects, provided they are submitted in different categories.

Award Categories

The awards cover a diverse range of categories, ensuring recognition of various sustainability efforts within the tourism industry. These categories include:

1. Accessible Tourism
2. Accommodation, Food & Hospitality Services
3. Communication
4. Community, Government & Service Projects
5. Educational & Social Programs
6. Innovative Sustainable IT Solutions
7. Land & Marine Biodiversity
8. Tour Operators & Travel Agencies

Submission Deadline

Interested participants must submit their application forms before 31 May 2025 at 23:59 CET. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Why Participate?

Winning a Skål International Sustainable Tourism Award offers numerous benefits, including:

• Global recognition for sustainable initiatives
• Increased visibility and credibility within the tourism industry
• Networking opportunities with like-minded professionals and organizations
• Inspiration for other industry players to adopt sustainable practices
• The Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards 2025 represent an opportunity to highlight and celebrate the most impactful sustainability projects in the tourism sector.
• By participating, organizations can showcase their commitment to responsible tourism and contribute to a more sustainable future for the industry.

For more details on how to apply, visit the official Skål International website.
www.skal.org or contact Mr. Kari Halonen,