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Bangkok (Thailand) - July 19, 2017 (travelindex.com) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently held the annual TAT Action Plan for 2018 meeting, which covers both international and domestic tourism. TAT’s marketing plan 2018 has…

Madrid (Spain) - July 17, 2017 (travelindex.com) - The Headquarters of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Madrid has hosted a meeting of experts to discuss measures the fight against child sexual exploitation in the tourism sector.…

Bangkok (Thailand) – July 15, 2017 (travelindex) - Enjoy a fantastic escape in the heart of Bangkok with a “Take a Breather” Package at Plaza Athénée Bangkok, A Royal Méridien with rates starting from THB 4,910++ for Athénée Room, an…

Madrid (Spain) - July 15, 2017 (travelindex.com) - International tourist arrivals worldwide grew by 6% in January-April of 2017 compared to the same period last year, with business confidence reaching its highest levels in a decade.…

Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) - July 16, 2017 (travelindex.com) - The discussion in last week’s tourism report regarding the proposed ring-road from Anse Lazio to Mont Plaisir on Praslin sparked a lot of outrage and support for the Talma…

Geneva (Switzerland) - July 14, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Tourism can make a strong contribution to the economies of Least Developed Countries where the sector is a major exporter concludes the report ‘Tourism for Sustainable Development in…

Male (Maldives) - July 14, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Travel industry professionals in the Maldives are now better placed to promote effectively this idyllic destination, thanks to the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). The inaugural…

Hong Kong - July 13, 2017 (travelindex.com) - The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is ranked No. 1 in the world, according to ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects…

Chiang Mai (Thailand) – July 12, 2017 (travelindex) - Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to invite tourists to conserve Thai traditional cloth culture at Thai Silk Festival. Meet Thai Silk Exhibition, Thai silk from each region…

Singapore (Singapore) - July 12, 2017 (travelindex) - ITB Asia, Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show, has seen successful buyer programme partnerships for 2017 following the increased involvement of exhibitors this year, with 90% of recommended…

Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) - July 11, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Last week's editorial prompted much feedback from my loyal readers. One key point that was raised by many readers was the general and pervasive loss of respect for one another…

Miami, Florida (United States) - July 11, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Demand for golf travel across the globe is expected to grow for the foreseeable future, but at a slower pace than in recent years, due in part to limits on supply in popular…

Bel-Ombre (Mauritius) - July 7, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Avani Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the development of its first hotel in Mauritius located along a stretch of the island’s unspoilt south coast. When it opens in…

Bangkok (Thailand) - July 6, 2017 (travelindex) - Staying at Best Western's collection of hotels and resorts in Asia will be even more rewarding this summer, following the launch of the exciting new Double Points promotion. This exciting…

Bangkok (Thailand) - July 6, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Thailand’s Northeastern or Isan province of Nakhon Phanom has been chosen as the host venue for the Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) 2018. The Ministry of Tourism and Sports proposed Nakhon…

Bangkok (Thailand) - July 7, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Thailand's six-million-strong Muslim population and growing range of Muslim-friendly products and services are playing an important role in catering to the rising number of tourists and…

Koh Mak (Thailand) - July 7, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Here is a unique chance to create your own paradise on the unspoilt Thai island of Koh Mak, a short flight and ferry ride from Bangkok. The Siam Royal View Group, who have successfully…

Bangkok (Thailand) - July 6, 2017 (travelindex.com) - PATA’s Bangkok headquarters has retained its EarthCheck Silver-level Sustainability Certification for a second consecutive year. The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) head office…

Siem Reap (Cambodia) – July 4, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Artisans Angkor is a semi-public Cambodian company which aims at promoting and reviving Khmer Arts and Crafts. As a natural offshoot of the Chantiers Ecoles de Formation…

Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) - July 4, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Last week we spoke in our editorial about Tourism and the importance of understanding this industry. This prompted a lot of feedback from the local tourism trade and…

Dubrovnik (Croatia) - July 7, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Renowned Croatian cellist Ana Rucner has welcomed the first day of Summer with a unique and spectacular concert on Srd mountain in Dubrovnik. She is internationally known for her…

Krabi (Thailand) - July 4, 2017 (travelindex) - Newly opened five-star resort The ShellSea, located on the beachfront adjacent to the famed Fossil Shell Beach in Krabi, is an ideal wedding destination offering privacy along with a romantic…

Bangkok (Thailand) - June 30, 2017 (travelindex) - River City Bangkok proudly presents "A Journey Down Memory Lane" exhibition to feature exquisite classic cars from owners and collectors. The exhibition is honored by Dr. Prachin Eamlumnow,…

Los Angeles, California (United States) - July 3, 2017 (travelindex) - Cachet Hospitality Group (CHG) is pleased to introduce its new executive team that will lead the company as it rapidly grows its portfolio across Asia. With a combined…

Bangkok (Thailand) – June 28, 2017 (travelindex) - Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) pleases both Thai and foreign tourists who are enchanted with the Thai tradition to prepare for backpacking all year round. Lately, more than 20 superb…

Bangkok (Thailand) – June 27, 2017 (travelindex) - Best Western Hotels & Resorts is celebrating after 13 of its Asian hotels achieved the 2017 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Reflecting the company’s proud commitment to guest…

Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) - June 26, 2017 (travelindex.com) - In the ever-evolving field of tourism, it is integral that we understand the industry. All too often we hear political leaders discussing tourism, oblivious of the real…

Phu Quoc (Vietnam) - June 26, 2017 (travelindex) - With the growing popularity of culinary-based travel and self-professed foodies, it’s no surprise that food-inspired accommodation is also on the rise. Tropical Asia is arguably leading the…

Bangkok (Thailand) - June 23, 2017 (travelindex.com) - A new study released by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) showcases that Travel & Tourism in Thailand is one of the strongest performing sectors out of nine sectors…

Bangkok (Thailand) - June 23, 2017 (travelindex) - The Rang Mahal restaurant at the luxury 407-room Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok has won the prestigious Editor's Choice Award for Indian cuisine at the 19th Bangkok’s Best Restaurant awards.…

Alain St.Ange was the former Seychelles Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports & Marine. He resigned from his Ministerial position in December 2016 to run for the position of Secretary General of the UNWTO but his candidacy was…

Bangkok (Thailand) – June 22, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Dark White, the duo DJs and event organizer specialized in DISCO, HOUSE, BOOGIE, EDITS & RARE GROOVES with a mission to bring good music to both local and international audience in…

Manila (Philippines) – June 22, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Professor Geoffrey Lipman, President of ICTP and Co-founder of SUNx writes from Manilla at the 6th UNWTO International Conference on Tourism Statistics: Measuring Sustainable Tourism.…

Bangkok (Thailand) – June 20, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Asset World Corporation, a member of TCC Group, one of Thailand’s prominent conglomerates, receives 17 winning awards from the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2017-2018, including Best…

Havana (Cuba) - June 20, 2017 (travelindex.com) - The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) expresses its firm resentment over the recently-announced decision by the United States Administration to restore travel restrictions with Cuba.…

Luang Prabang (Lao PDR) - June 19, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Nearly 400 travel and tourism industry professionals exchanged lessons and experiences to promote competitive, inclusive, and sustainable tourism at the 2017 Mekong Tourism Forum,…

Bangkok (Thailand) – June 17, 2017 (travelindex.com) - The 2nd Digi.travel Conference & Expo, on 28 June at The Landmark Bangkok Hotel organized by Travel Media Applications in co-operation with PATA Thailand Chapter, presents an…

Brussels (Belgium) - June 17, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Leading Culture Destinations (LCD) and SUNx are proud to announce a new category for the 2017 LCD Awards: the ‘Climate smART Award', an international award for museums that make the…

Koh Samui (Thailand) – June 16, 2017 (travelindex) - Discover lasting moments and refine your experience at Koh Samui luxury hotel. Elevate your stay and illuminate the island’s hidden gem with an unforgettable luxury stays at our villas at…

Basel (Switzerland) - June 16, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Moevenpick Hotels and Resorts will open a new 264-room hotel in Basel’s city centre in 2019, set to become the hotel group’s flagship hotel in Europe. Located in the heart of the city,…

Ubud, Bali (Indonesia) – June 16, 2017 (travelindex) - Best Western Hotels & Resorts has opened a charming new upscale resort in Ubud, Bali’s cultural heart and an increasingly popular tourist destination. Nestled within a lush forest,…

Madrid (Spain) - June 14, 2017 (travelindex.com) - An aggressive smear campaign full of innuendo, allegations if not outright defamatory comments unfolded over the past weeks since the election of a new Secretary General for the UNWTO did…

Novalja, Pag (Croatia) - June 12, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Beautiful song from the well known movie Sisters act: "I will follow him" was the inspiration for the video performed by Ana Rucner and the choir of the Mercy Sisters from St. Vinko…

Luang Prabang (Lao PDR) - June 12, 2017 (travelindex.com) - The MIST tourism accelerator announced the recipients of four 2017 Mekong Business Initiative Innovation Grants. GoP, a travel tech startup from Myanmar, took top prize and will…

Nairobi (Kenya) - June 9, 2017 (travelindex.com) – In a landmark operation, a cross-border African task force has arrested 7 key players that smuggled 1 ton of elephant tusks from Uganda to Singapore via Kenya in one instance alone, and who…

Kathmandu (Nepal) - June 8, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Himalayan Travel Mart, which was held from the 1st of June to the 4th concluded on a very high note. The main objective of the Travel Mart was to establish Nepal, as a Gateway to the…

Bangkok (Thailand) - June 8, 2017 (travelindex) - Arnoma Grand Bangkok was honoured to be chosen as the venue for the prestigious Institute of Business and Industrial Development. (IBID) Meeting. Director of Operations Arnoma Hotels &…

Bangkok (Thailand) – June 7, 2017 (travelindex) - Best Western Hotels & Resorts is inviting guests to spend even longer discovering Asia this year, with a new promotion that offers a third night completely free. Under the "Discover…

Luang Prabang (Laos) – June 7, 2017 (travelindex.com) - Mekong Tourism's flagship event Mekong Tourism Forum takes place June 6-9, 2017 in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang in Laos. Hosted by the Lao Ministry of Information,…

Luang Prabang (Laos PDR) – June 7, 2017 (travelindex.com) - With its exceptional cultural and historical heritage, Luang Prabang is a major tourism destination in Lao PDR. The city experienced a strong increase in international tourist…