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Khao Yai, Thailand, October 10, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Nestled beside the UNESCO world-heritage site of Khao Yai National Park, global hospitality brand Banyan Tree and Thai property developer Creston…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 9, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / In a significant milestone, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia have announced the…

Donostia, Spain, October 9, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has held the 8th edition of its World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism co-organized with Basque Culinary Center (BCC), with a focus on the links…

New Delhi, India, October 6, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / PATA Travel Mart 2023 (PTM 2023), generously hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has attracted over 1000 delegates from 46 global…

Singapore, Singapore, October 6, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotels, the leading global hospitality enterprise comprising WorldHotels, Best Western Hotels & Resorts and SureStay Hotels, has…

Kigali, Rwanda, October 6, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / In a milestone event that promises to reshape the contours of the global Travel & Tourism sector, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC)…

Bangkok, Thailand, October 5, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotels, the leading global hospitality enterprise comprising WorldHotels, Best Western Hotels & Resorts and SureStay Hotels, has affirmed…

Donostia, Spain, October 4, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has appointed Chef Fatmata Binta and world-renowned Basque Chefs Martín Berasategi and Pedro Subijana as…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 3, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The legacy of the World Tourism Day 2023 celebrations will live on in the shape of greater investments in the sector’s sustainability and a…

Bangkok, Thailand, October 2, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Are you longing for a getaway where your furry friend is just as welcome as you are? Look no further than Marriott Executive Apartments Sathorn…

Cebu City, Philippines, September 29, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotels, the leading global hospitality network comprising WorldHotels, Best Western Hotels & Resorts and SureStay Hotels, has…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 28, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / On World Tourism Day 2023, leaders from every global region have united around a shared determination to invest in the sector’s growth…

Valletta, Malta September 27, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / At an event at the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA), Minister for Tourism, Hon. Clayton Bartolo MP, MTA CEO Carlo Micallef, and MD Malta Tourism…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 26, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The stage is set for World Tourism Day 2023, with the global sector to come together around them theme of Tourism and Green Investments. In…

Bangkok, Thailand, September 26, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / After 2 years of successful virtual editions in 2020 & 2021 and hybrid edition in 2022, IT&CM Asia and CTW Asia-Pacific 2023 resume for…

Bangkok, Thailand, September 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Leading global hotel brand, BWH Hotels has appointed Rod Munro to the role of Managing Director of Operations for Australia and New Zealand.…

Marbella, Spain, September 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / In line with its commitment to promoting tourism as a catalyst for economic growth, inclusive development, and environmental sustainability, UNWTO…

Macao, Macao SAR, September 23, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The 10th Global Tourism Economy Forum Macao 2023 (GTEF or the “Forum”) achieved fruitful results after a series of innovative and inspiring…

Bangkok, Thailand, September 22, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Eletre marks a transformative moment for Lotus, evolving from a 75-year legacy in sports car excellence to launch its first-ever electric and…

Macao, Macao SAR, September 22, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The 10th Global Tourism Economy Forum Macao 2023 (GTEF or the “Forum”) was inaugurated this morning (21 September). The organizer of the Forum,…

Bangkok, Thailand, September 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Effective until 29 February 2024, the five-month stimulus visa scheme is aimed to help reach this year’s tourism revenue target of 2.38 trillion…

Macao, Macao SAR, September 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Navigating opportunities for tourism recovery and enhancing innovation and cooperation The opening ceremony of the 10th Global Tourism Economy…

Phuket, Thailand, September 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX/ Laguna Phuket, Asia’s premier integrated resort and leisure destination, will reinforce its reputation as a leading sports hub this November as it…

Macao, Macao SAR, September 20, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The 2nd GTEF ∙ Investment and Financing Conference (GTEF ∙ IFC), organized by the 10th Global Tourism Economy Forum ∙ Macao 2023 (GTEF) in…

Bangkok, Thailand, September 19, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Noor Ahmad Hamid as its new Chief Executive Officer,…

Barcelona, Spain, September 18, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / A thought leadership event exploring the significant untapped potential of retail tourism took place at La Roca Village, part of The Bicester…

Madrid, Spain, September 18, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Investment in the global tourism cluster has started to bounce back from the lows it touched during the pandemic off the back of the steady recovery…

Phuket, Thailand, September 15, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Over 80% of the in-water space is already booked. A new purpose built air-conditioned marquee will be the home for onshore exhibitors and better…

Bangkok, Thailand, September 14, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Booking .com collaborates with Thailand’s Tourism Authority to unveil the “Thai Foodie Map,” spotlighting local eateries in lesser-known…

Phuket, Thailand, September 12, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / TOP25Restaurants.com, the world’s first organization to use artificial intelligence (AI) to curate and recognize the finest dining establishments…

Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain, September 13, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism will return to Donostia-San Sebastian in Spain (5-7 October) to focus on how tourism can foster…

Bangkok, Thailand, September 11, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaiboon today began her role as the new Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Having been with the TAT in 1999…

Léon, Mexico, September 8, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has worked with tourism leaders from across Mexico to accelerate the sector’s shift to greater sustainability. At the Sustainable Social Tourism…

Macao, Macao SAR, September 7, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Conrad Macao’s Bodhi Spa has introduced two gratifying wellness experiences, both of which provide noticeable benefits, Lapidem Rituals and Crystal…

New Delhi, India, September 6, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO and India’s G20 Presidency, have joined hands to launch a new tool to advance the contribution of tourism policies and initiatives towards…

Nha Trang, Vietnam, September 5, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotels, the leading global hospitality network comprising WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay® Hotels, has…

Bangkok, Thailand, September 4, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Jim Thompson is delighted to unveil its revitalized and exciting Food & Beverage (F&B) wing, a sparkling testament to innovation,…

Phuket, Thailand, August 31, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / On 11th September 2023, Travelindex will announce the winners of its 2023 TOP25 Restaurants Phuket Awards, highlighting the favorite restaurants that…

Phuket, Thailand, September 1, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Yue Restaurant & Bar, a captivating Chinese culinary…

Sydney, Australia, August 31, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Leading global hotel brand, BWH Hotels (BWH), announces the signing of new, stylish 120-room hotel, Aiden SCQ, the first Aiden property of BWH’s…

Phuket, Thailand, August 30, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Phuket’s leading chefs to shine a light on the flourishing sustainable gastronomy movement, with live cooking demonstrations on 4th September and…

Bangkok, Thailand, August 29, 2023 / TOP25RESTAURANTS / TAAN by Pranai Phornprapha, Managing director of Siam@Siam Design Hotel Bangkok and Chef Monthep Kamolsilp, TAAN Executive Chef invite you to…

Phuket, Thailand, August 28, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Accor has partnered with Amchase Phuket HP (Thailand) Ltd, to debut the Handwritten Collection in Thailand, with the Andaman Beach Hotel Phuket –…

Bangkok, Thailand, August 28, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Living Room at the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok’s premier destination for live jazz music, is proud to…

Tel Aviv, Israel, August 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX  Innovation, tourism for rural development and high-level cooperation were the focus of this week’s official visit of the UNWTO Secretary-General to…