Thursday, August 22, 2024 The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) proudly announces that Dream&Charme has achieved GSTC-Accredited Certification Body status. Dream&Charme, an internationally recognized certification body based in Milan, Italy, was established in 2006. The company is committed to upholding high standards in the hospitality industry, with a strong focus on sustainable practices and reliability across accommodations worldwide.
Accredited by ACCREDIA, Dream&Charme is authorized to certify hotels globally (excluding China) according to the GSTC Hotel Criteria, adhering to ISO/IEC 17065 and additional GSTC requirements. Gaining GSTC-Accredited status is a significant achievement for any Certification Body, indicating that they have been rigorously verified to conduct certifications for businesses, such as hotels or tour operators, with competence and impartiality. The process adheres to the strict guidelines outlined in the GSTC Accreditation Manual.
Key requirements include adherence to legislation, transparent and impartial certification procedures, the employment of competent personnel skilled in sustainable tourism assessments, and full compliance with the ISO/IEC 17065:2012 Conformity Assessment Requirements for Bodies Certifying Products, Processes, and Services. When a business is certified by a GSTC-Accredited Certification Body and meets all the GSTC Criteria (or follows a GSTC-Recognized Standard), it earns the highest level of assurance and credibi.