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Madrid (Spain) – February 18, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The Global Tourism Plastics Initiative is ground-breaking and ambitious in its goals. It aims to reduce the amount of plastic pollution caused by the tourism sector. To achieve this…

Bangkok (Thailand) – February 14, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Bangkok welcomes a new standard in Indian fine dining, the kind of which has never been seen before in the Kingdom, with the opening of JHOL Indian Restaurant. World-class Chef Hari…

Madrid (Spain) – February 13, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The role of tourism in the new European Green Deal was highlighted at the FITUR trade fair. On the back of the recent launch of the Green Deal, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)…

Belfast, Northern Ireland (United Kingdom) – February 12, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The R&A Women in Golf Charter, which aims to increase the participation of women and girls in golf,  is being taken to new levels in Northern Ireland.…

Berlin (Germany) – February 11, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Digitalisation and sustainability are two topics that are currently of decisive importance in the global tourism industry. They are key for tourism professionals everywhere,…

Ha Noi (Vietnam) – February 11, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Stepping up measures against coronavirus outbreak, Vietjet Thailand has sprayed disinfectant aboard all its aircraft to prevent the spread of the disease and increase travel…

Madrid (Spain) – February 10, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The role of tourism and investment in African development took centre stage at the FITUR trade fair in Madrid this week as sector leaders joined the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)…

Madrid (Spain) – February 8, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is closely monitoring developments related to the outbreak of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), both in China and worldwide and is cooperating closely…

Madrid (Spain) – February 7, 2020 (travelindex.com) – In its first edition, the first recipient of the “Accessible Tourist Destination” award was Portugal, while Barcelona and the Indian city of Thrissur received special mentions. The…

Basel (Switzerland) – February 7, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Baselworld will welcome the Dolce&Gabbana Group as an exhibitor in the prestigious Hall 1.0. By participating in the show, the Italian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano…

Luang Prabang (Laos) – February 6, 2020 (travelindex.com) – In the lush, jungle-clad hills of northern Laos, one resort is proving that international tourism can operate in perfect harmony with the environment. Nestled among 16 hectares of…

Koh Lanta (Thailand) – February 5, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Eco-tourism Recreation Koh Lanta has reopened its gates as Following Giants, a truly elephant-friendly venue. In partnership with leading animal welfare charity, World Animal…

Madrid (Spain) – February 3, 2020 (travelindex.com) – His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain joined the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for a special gala dinner in Madrid last night, further strengthening the support and commitment of…

Cam Ranh ( Vietnam) – February 3, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The latest addition to Mövenpick’s collection of contemporary hotels and resorts has arrived with the launch of Mövenpick Resort Cam Ranh, located along Bai Dai Beach in the central…

Vung Tau ( Vietnam) – February 1, 2020 (travelindex.com) - Nestled on the beachfront of Nghinh Phong Cape in southern Vietnam’s Bien Hoa Province, Mercure Vung Tau Resort offers the perfect weekend getaway with its breathtaking scenery and…

Bangkok (Thailand) – January 30, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Avani Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort. The opening marks the brands first entry into Thailand’s resort town of Krabi, which will be…

Papeete, Tahiti (French Polynesia) – January 27, 2020 (travelindex.com) – On Tahiti Tourisme's Board of Directors meeting held on January 13, 2020, it was decided to appoint Jean-Marc Mocellin as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the…

Shanghai (China) – January 24, 2020 (travelindex.com) – ITB China, the largest B2B exclusive travel trade show in China, has announced a partnership with the China Business Exhibition Federation (CBEF) to strengthen the participation of…

Bangkok (Thailand) – January 23, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Celebrate the arrival year of the Rat at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel. Bring family and friends for truly scrumptious dining experiences with various offers across our award-winning…

Madrid (Spain) – January 22, 2020 (travelindex.com) – 1.5 billion international tourist arrivals were recorded in 2019, globally. A 4% increase on the previous year which is also forecast for 2020, confirming tourism as a leading and…

Bangkok (Thailand) – January 21, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Mongolia, one of the main partners of this year’s Asia Destination Film Forum (DFF 2020), which will take place in Bangkok on 30 January 2020, is showcasing the natural beauty of…

New York City, New York (United States) – January 17, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Michelin, the global benchmark for restaurant recommendations, and its subsidiary company Tablet, the original curator of boutique and extraordinary hotels, have…

Bangkok (Thailand) – January 16, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Supanniga Group is delighted to announce Sood Kua, a delivery service offering a selection of Supanniga-style dishes centering on crab roe with roasted salt and chili mix (kua prik…

Mumbai (India) – January 15, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) started the New Year with an exciting announcement with an addition to its magnificent collection of authentic palaces – Fateh Prakash Palace. Renamed Taj…

Bangkok (Thailand) – January 14, 2020 (travelindex.com) – As his success on the acclaimed television cooking show is revealed to the world, Chef de Cuisine Rick Dingen recreates an iconic winning challenger Chef moment for guests at…

Herfølge (Denmark) – January 14, 2020 (travelindex.com) –The impact of climate change and potential final year of the Trump administration will be the two most important causes of travel risks in the year ahead according to leading travel…

Bangkok (Thailand) - January 13, 2020 (travelindex.com) - Vivin, a local gourmet and fine food product suppliers have opened up their first stand-alone grocery store, “Vivin Grocery” in Ekamai Complex, Bangkok and just in time for Christmas…

Bangkok (Thailand) – January 8, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel and The Wine Merchant came together to host exclusive five-course dinner, accompanied by wines from the world-renowned Château Margaux in France.…

Leshan, Sichuan (China) – January 2, 2020 (travelindex.com) – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is set to organise PATA Travel Mart 2020 in Leshan, Sichuan, China from September 3-6. The event will be hosted by the Leshan Culture,…

Abu Dhabi (UAE) – January 1, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Historic project dubbed the "Abrahamic Family House" to be completed by 2022 A new UAE’s landmark, featuring a church, mosque and synagogue, will be built in one location in Abu Dhabi.…

Bangkok (Thailand) – January 1, 2020 (travelindex.com) – Singapore's distinguished Carlton hotel at last arrives in Thailand. From early 2020, Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit will reveal what visitors to the Lion City have long known: for…

Baku (Azerbaijan) – December 31, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to welcome the State Tourism Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan as its newest government member. The agency is the executive…

Kuredhivaru (Maldives) – December 30, 2019 (travelindex.com) – To ensure smooth operation of the domestic transfer the resort has partnered with Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives. Domestic transfers will be available from 15th…

Valle de Colchagua (Chile) – December 27, 2019 (travelindex.com) –The 4th Global Conference on Wine Tourism, hosted by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Government of Chile, has concluded with a call to use the sector’s unique…

Bangkok (Thailand) – December 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to welcome Hilton as the newest sustainability partner for Travel Lab Asia, a platform for triple-bottom-line innovation in…

Phuket (Thailand) – December 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket today announces the opening of ‘Rum Chapel’, the new beachfront restaurant adding to its existing culinary offerings…

Madrid (Spain) – December 24, 2019 (travelindex.com) – International tourist arrivals grew by a further 4% between January and September of 2019, the latest issue of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer indicates. Tourism’s growth continues to…

Bangkok (Thailand) – December 23, 2019 (travelindex.com) –Mom Luang Sarali Kitiyakara represented Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali Krom Muen Suddhanarinatha recently presided over the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, organised…

Bangkok (Thailand) – December 20, 2019 (travelindex.com) –Introducing VIVIN APÉRO BOX  “Gourmet Platter in a Box”  Moving into its fifth year, VIVIN, the maker and purveyor of all things local, artisanal and fine, is upping its game with…

(Ras Fushi (Maldives) – December 19, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has transformed one of its Maldives resorts into a self-sustaining solar energy generator after the adoption of…

Bangkok (Thailand) – December 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The spectacular event took place on Wednesday 11th December 2019 with a record turnout. The Thai capital’s top travel associations, SKÅL International Bangkok and the PATA Thailand…

Phuket (Thailand) – December 17, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket today announces the completion of its 7-month resort expansion and that this award winning resort will resume the…

Geneva (Switzerland) – December 16, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) asked the European Union to support aviation’s energy transition to sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) as part of the bloc’s Green…

Madrid (Spain) – December 13, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Transport-related emissions from tourism are expected to account for 5.3% of all man-made CO2 emissions by 2030, up from 5% in 2016, a landmark new report from the World Tourism…

Bangkok (Thailand) – December 12, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Leisure and business travelers visiting the Thai capital will find exceptional style and modern luxury at JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok following an extensive top-to-bottom renovation…

Chengdu (China) – December 10, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Chengdu Inbound Tourism Partnership Summit, organized by the Chengdu Municipal Bureau of Culture, Broadcast-TV, and Tourism, was held in Chengdu on 28 November 2019. The event…

Bangkok (Thailand) – December 10, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Neilson Hays Library, led by President Ms. Nalin Vanasin (3rd from left), in collaboration with the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture (OCAC) under the Ministry of Culture,…

Montreal (Canada) – December 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – In giving the 16th Annual Assad Kotaite memorial address in the ICAO headquarters last night, Professor Geoffrey Lipman, co-creator of SUNx said that air transport was too important…

Kuching, Sarawak (Malaysia) – December 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is set to organise the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2020 (PDMF 2020) in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia from November 25 - 27. The…

Bangkok (Thailand) – December 7, 2019 (travelindex.com) – A recent celebrity guest spotted at the world renowned Blue Elephant Cooking School & Restaurant Bangkok  was none other than singer and songwriter Matteo Bocelli,  son of the…