Destination Changemakers

Interviews with destination developers and managers dedicated to tourism sustainability and sustainable development. Sustainable tourism insights and advice from leading destination management and development professionals.

Ary Suhandi on Ecotourism Development in Indonesia

Published 08/09/2016

In this interview, Ary Suhandi, Executive Director of the Indonesian Ecotourism Network (INDECON), shares his insights on tourism development in Indonesia. Mr....

Beatriz Barreal on the Sustainable Destination Strategy of Riviera Maya in Mexico

Published 23/06/2016

Beatriz Barreal, based in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico, is a visionary and influential...

Mayra Nieto on Sustainability Strategies at Park Güell, Barcelona

Published 01/03/2016

Park Güell in Barcelona is, has been, and surely will continue to be a symbol of architecture, culture, and heritage...

Xavier Suñol Ferrer of Barcelona City Council on Tourism and Sustainability

Published 25/02/2016

Curious about the sustainability vision and initiatives of Barcelona as tourist destination, we caught up with Xavier Suñol Ferrer, Head...

Philippe Moreau, Tourism Lead at Destination Príncipe

Published 12/11/2015

Philippe Moreau Tourism Lead HBD Principe

After our interviews with Príncipe Island Biosphere project manager Estrela Matilde and Antonio Abreu, UNESCO Scientific Advisor, it is time...

Estrela Matilde, Project Manager Príncipe Island Biosphere Reserve

Published 05/11/2015

Estrela Matilde at Bom Bom Island, Principe

When visiting a destination, what most intrigues us are the stories of its residents, entrepreneurs and, since our focus is...

Peter Gash of Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, Queensland, Australia

Published 15/10/2015

Peter Gash of Lady Elliot Island Resort, Queensland

Peter Gash, managing director and lease holder of Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort in Queensland, Australia, in this interview shares the...