How can storytelling and GSTC standards move sustainable hospitality from checkbox to culture?Documentary filmmaker and GLP Films founder Rob Holmes joins host Amy Wald to explore how authentic storytelling, destination stewardship, and GSTC-aligned practices can accelerate the shift toward sustainable travel destinations worldwide.From accessibility on the Oregon Coast to the groundbreaking Palau Pledge, Rob shares field-tested insights on how destinations and hotels can avoid greenwashing, champion conservation and biodiversity, and turn regenerative tourism into tangible guest experiences.Expect practical guidance for hoteliers, DMOs, travel journalists, and conscious travelers alike—covering supply-chain shifts, slow travel, Indigenous tourism, and why a little spontaneity still creates the most meaningful trips.Who this episode is forConscious travelers, hoteliers, DMOs, and travel journalists seeking practical, real-world strategies for sustainable hospitality and destination storytelling.Timestamps / Episode Breakdown00:29 – Why sustainable hospitality moved from side note to center stage02:02 – Food and place: raw, in-the-moment travel experiences (Senegal, Tierra del Fuego)06:03 – Rob’s path: wildlife conservation, MBA, media, and founding GLP Films10:20 – The falcon perspective: looking ahead, landscapes, and conservation mindset12:16 – From slideshows to docs: how storytelling shapes traveler behavior18:17 – Career advice: find your niche, blend creativity with business, avoid polish for polish’s sake21:51 – Inside GSTC: raising the bar, community, and post-COVID momentum23:31 – Certifications vs. checkboxes: accountability, greenwashing, and systemic change28:22 – Destination realities: small DMO teams, why private sector support matters33:14 – Case study: Oregon Coast—accessibility, inclusivity, and stewardship storytelling34:54 – The Palau Pledge: locally led design that shifts traveler mindset38:04 – World Tourism Day wish: conservation and biodiversity as core KPIs42:39 – Standout regions: Canada (indigenous tourism), Greenland, Cook Islands, Finger Lakes46:50 – Traveler tips: slow travel, off-season, public transport, buy local50:13 – For travel journalists: keep it simple, verify, celebrate leaders, call out greenwashing53:52 – Hotels: the highest-leverage move—transform your supply chain58:05 – Travel hack: embrace spontaneity to unlock authentic experiences1:03:14 – Where to find Rob and GLP Films contentConnect with the guest(s):GLP Films WebsiteGLP Films on YouTubeOur platformsApple PodcastsSpotifyConnect with usSponsor this PodcastLinkedInInstagramAbout Greenluxe1:1 with AmyAbout the...

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