Bonito shares sustainable tourism expertise at international GSTC course

The Brazilian municipality of Bonito was invited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) to share its destination management experiences during an international sustainable tourism course. The training program, held online between September 23 and October 23, 2026, brings together professionals from 11 different countries, including Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Spain, Italy, and Switzerland.

Representing Bonito, Gabriel Calderon Maciel, Director of Economic Development for the Municipal Secretariat of Tourism and Economic Development, presented local initiatives focused on socioeconomic sustainability. Key practices shared included the Digital Voucher system, tourist visitation monitoring mechanisms, the Environmental Conservation Fee (TCA), and data tracking panels.