Urges Hawaii's Executive Branch to pursue certification as a sustainable tourism destination by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.

This resolution urges the Hawaii Executive Branch to obtain the Certified Sustainable Destination designation from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. It highlights the importance of sustainable tourism in preserving cultural and natural resources, enhancing resident quality of life, and ensuring high-quality visitor experiences. The resolution acknowledges the current tourism industry's lack of sustainability and mandates the adoption of sustainable practices. It also calls for the assessment and certification of tourist-serving businesses by an accredited third-party.

Urges Hawaii's Executive Branch to pursue certification as a sustainable tourism destination by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.

This resolution urges the Hawaii Executive Branch to obtain the Certified Sustainable Destination designation from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. It highlights the importance of sustainable tourism in preserving cultural and natural resources, enhancing resident quality of life, and ensuring high-quality visitor experiences. The resolution acknowledges the current tourism industry's lack of sustainability and mandates the adoption of sustainable practices. It also calls for the assessment and certification of tourist-serving businesses by an accredited third-party.