There are more than 150 "sustainable" certifications in the travel industry, but which ones should we trust?⠀
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CN Travel writer Lebawit Girma looked into all the different accreditations and found that the most reliable are ones backed by an international independent organization, such as the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (backed by the U.N. World Tourism Organization), as well as EarthCheck, Green Destinations, Rainforest Alliance, Travelife and EcoTourism Australia. ⠀
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So, keep an eye out for these badges on a company's website or promotional materials to know you're heading in the right direction.