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Bangkok, Thailand, April 14, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park and Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC) have announced the opening of The Siam Tea Room, a unique new…

Phuket, Thailand, April 13, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Jayne MacDougall, a hospitality expert with a deep understanding of environmental policy, safety, training and community projects, takes over from…

Koh Lanta, Thailand, April 13, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Pimalai Resort & Spa, the natural five-star retreat on Koh Lanta, is inviting its international clientele to spend even longer exploring the…

Tirana, Albania, April 12, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO celebrated the Future of Environmental Sustainable Tourism in Albania (FESTA), setting the foundations for unprecedented high-level collaboration…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 12, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration within the Middle East’s luxury travel sector, especially in the UAE…

Bangkok, Thailand, April 11, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / From April 11-17, 2023, ICONSIAM will be the exclusive venue in Thailand to enjoy Songkran festivities by the riverfront, highlighting its reputation…

Valletta, Malta, April 11, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Strong Earth Youth Summit (SEYS 3)inspiring tomorrow’s Climate Friendly Travel Champions. SUNx Malta will host the Third Climate Friendly Travel Youth…

Rome, Italy, April 10, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The UNWTO Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili, has concluded an official visit to Italy, strengthening key partnerships and advancing tourism for…

Rome, Italy, April 8, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The importance of tourism for the economic development and empowerment of rural communities was underscored as the leaders of UNWTO and the Food and…

Geneva, Switzerland, April 7, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is launching “Focus Africa” to strengthen aviation’s contribution to Africa’s economic and social…

Masai Mara, Kenya, April 7, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Transformative Experiences and Meaningful Connections Await at JW Marriott’s Haven of Luxury in the Heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya.…

Tirana, Albania, April 6, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili has met with His Excellency Edi Rama, Prime Minister of Albania, to explore shared priorities for boosting…

Bangkok, Thailand, April 6, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Part of the Artists In Residence campaign, the Jim Thompson X Nakrob Moonmanas collection features men’s and women’s wear in linen and…

Athens, Greece, April 5, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The first Dusit-branded property in Europe features 36 elegant rooms in one of the most spacious upscale properties in Glyfada, an affluent Athens suburb…

Bangkok, Thailand, April 4, 2023 / TRAVELIDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and Visa are delighted to announce the completion of the Informal Workers Programme in Bali, Indonesia. The…

Bangkok, Thailand, April 3, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts is helping every guest to discover their ultimate summer vacation in 2023, with a bright and sunny new promotion that…

Port Louis, Mauritius, April 3, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Dr Vanessa Gaitree Bheekhoo Gowreessunkar, a tourism expert on the tourism island of Mauritius has come out strongly to advocate the need for the…

Bangkok, Thailand, April 3, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit invites couples to take their next big step in life at their hotel for a seamless experience. In addition to its…

Macau, Macao SAR, April 3, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Wing Lei Palace wins “Best Restaurant in Macau” award for the first time and Sichuan Moon earns a place on the list again. Golden Flower…

Palma de Mallorca, Mallorca, Spain, April 1, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Government of Mallorca, Consell de Mallorca, and the Mallorca Tourism Foundation and UNWTO have hosted the second edition of the…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 31, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Chinese exhibitors and travel professionals are making a welcome return to Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 which is being held at the…

Siem Reap, Cambodia, March 31, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Destination Mekong (DM) and Siem Reap Tourism Club (STC) co-hosted their first Destination Siem Reap networking day under the theme ‘Together…

Bangkok, Thailand, March 30, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Flow Yacht Club, the premier provider of luxury fractional yacht ownership, recently launched its unique service platform that offers the ultimate…

Bangkok, After 15 successful years, the legendary “Jim Thompson, A Thai Restaurant” is closing for renovations, only to return with a fresh concept inspired by Jim Thompson’s life…

Munich, Germany, March 30, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO will work with its Affiliate Member AVIAREPS to offer grants for destination marketing and research services to five countries in Europe. The…

Bangkok, Thailand, March 30, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / InterContinental Bangkok set to reopen doors after multimillion-dollar renovation. InterContinental Bangkok, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, will…

Zurich, Switzerland, March 29, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The board of Swiss Deluxe Hotels – the group of the 39 most exclusive 5-star hotels in Switzerland – has appointed Nathalie Seiler-Hayez as its new…

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, March 29, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / A merger is being considered by the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and GREEN Hospitality (Pangaia Solutions Limited), to combine GREEN…

Melbourne, Australia, March 28, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Set Above the City Skyline, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne Celebrates Ancient Stories and Vibrant Cultures with Stunning Design and Immersive…

New York, United States, March 28, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO emphasized tourism’s commitment to contributing to the acceleration of SDG6 on Water and Sanitation. At the United Nations 2023 Water…

Madrid, Spain, March 27, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has opened applications for the third edition of its Best Tourism Villages initiative. Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO was launched in 2021 as part…

Dubai, UAE, March 27, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will deploy its signature A380 aircraft to Bali starting from 1 June 2023, marking a milestone in…

Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, March 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / By mid-March 2023, 189 companies have registered from a targeted 250 sellers from 44 countries seeking business appointments with 350 buyers…

Kathmandu, Nepal, March 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has concluded a three-day workshop focused on helping Member States from across Asia and the Pacific better measure and manage their tourism…

Amsterdam, Netherlands, March 24, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Tivoli Hotels and Resorts has just launched its first property in the Netherlands. The Tivoli Doelen Amsterdam Hotel is a XVI century property…

Doha, Qatar, March 24, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO centred tourism as a key pillar of sustainable development at the 5th United Nations Conference on Least Developed Countries. The conference, held in…

Bangkok, Thailand, March 23, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts is making travel even more rewarding in 2023! With our new “Stay 2 Be Rewarded” promotion, guests who stay for two…

Miyazaki, Kyushu, Japan, March 23, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The annual Asia Golf Tourism Convention (AGTC) has returned after a three-year Covid hiatus, bringing with it confidence and optimism from…

Brisbane, Australia, March 22, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Sabre Corporation announced the successful implementation of its Revenue Optimizer and Dynamic Availability solutions at Virgin Australia. The…

Berlin, Germany, March 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Germany leads the way in reducing absolute emissions in Travel & Tourism, the sector’s GDP has grown on average 1.5% annually while greenhouse gas…

Berlin, Germany, March 20, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO returned to ITB Berlin with a clear message: Tourism is back and committed to delivering positive change that goes beyond the sector itself.…

Singapore, Singapore, March 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Pullman Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Pullman Singapore Orchard, marking the brand’s debut in one of the world’s most iconic…

Olhuveli, Kudahuvadhoo Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives, March 20,2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Niyama Private Islands, the only luxury resort in the Maldives with its own wave breaking onto the shore, has two exciting…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, March 17, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has launched a new Startup Competition to support women tourism tech entrepreneurs and innovators across the Middle East. Announced at Biban…

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, March 17, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Tribute Portfolio, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s growing collection of characterful, independent hotels, welcomes its latest addition in Europe,…