GSTC Destination Criteria Quiz

What are the GSTC Destination Criteria organized around?

• Sustainable management; socio-economic impacts; cultural impacts; and environmental impacts

• Tourism attractions; accommodation facilities; transportation services; and entertainment options

• Historical landmarks; natural wonders; cultural festivals; and local cuisine

• Marketing strategies; customer service; revenue generation; and employee training

Answer explanation

The GSTC Destination Criteria are organized around sustainable management, socio-economic impacts, cultural impacts, and environmental impacts.

What is the primary purpose of the GSTC Destination Criteria?

• To increase government revenue from tourism

• To promote luxury tourism experiences

• To provide a common understanding of sustainable tourism

• To encourage extreme sports tourism

Answer explanation

The primary purpose of the GSTC Destination Criteria is to provide a common understanding of sustainable tourism.

What is the role of performance indicators in relation to the GSTC Criteria?

• To promote unsustainable practices in tourism

• To indicate what should be done and provide guidance on measuring compliance

• To enforce strict regulations on tourism destinations

• To limit the number of tourists visiting a destination

Answer explanation

Performance indicators play a role in indicating what should be done and providing guidance on measuring compliance with the GSTC Criteria, not promoting unsustainable practices, enforcing strict regulations, or limiting tourists.

What is the definition of a destination according to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)?

• A virtual space accessible only through online platforms

• A physical space where a visitor can spend an overnight

• A temporary location for hosting cultural events

• A specific administrative body responsible for tourism management

Answer explanation

The correct definition of a destination according to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is a physical space where a visitor can spend an overnight.

What is the transition period for replacing GSTC Destination Criteria v1.0 with v2.0 based on function?

• Immediate effect for policy-setting, training, and non-certification purposes

• Two years for owners of GSTC-Recognized standards

• No transition period required

• Five years for all destinations

Answer explanation

The correct transition period for replacing GSTC Destination Criteria v1.0 with v2.0 based on function is two years for owners of GSTC-Recognized standards.

What is the structure of the GSTC Criteria in terms of sections and sub-sections?

• Five sections, each with one sub-section

• Two sections, each with five sub-sections

• Four sections, each with two or three sub-sections

• Three sections, each with four sub-sections

Answer explanation

The correct structure of the GSTC Criteria is four sections, each with two or three sub-sections, making it the most accurate choice among the options provided.

What is the focus of Section B in the GSTC Destination Criteria?

• Socio-economic sustainability

• Cultural sustainability

• Environmental sustainability

• Visitor management

Answer explanation

The focus of Section B in the GSTC Destination Criteria is on socio-economic sustainability, making it the correct choice.

What does Criterion A1 of the Sustainable management section require from a destination?

• An effective organization responsible for a coordinated approach to sustainable tourism

• A specific number of tourist arrivals per year

• A large budget allocated for marketing campaigns

• A high number of luxury hotels

Answer explanation

Criterion A1 of the Sustainable management section requires an effective organization responsible for a coordinated approach to sustainable tourism.

What is the purpose of Criterion A5 regarding Resident engagement and feedback?

• To promote luxury tourism experiences

• To restrict access to local communities

• To increase tourism revenue

• To enable and promote public participation in sustainable destination planning and management

Answer explanation

Criterion A5 regarding Resident engagement and feedback aims to enable and promote public participation in sustainable destination planning and management.

What is the focus of the sustainability criteria in the new eco-friendly resort project?

• Cultural sustainability

• Socio-economic sustainability

• Visitor management

• Environmental sustainability

Answer explanation

The focus of Section C in the GSTC Destination Criteria is on Cultural sustainability, making it the correct choice.