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Sorrento, Italy, July 9, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Young people have always been an integral part of tourism. Countless destinations, in every global region, depend on them to support businesses and livelihoods, and the return of young…

Durban, South Africa, July 9, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The exquisite new Sala Beach House opens on South Africa’s Dolphin Coast. South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal coastline has an exciting new boutique hotel - the effortlessly stylish Sala Beach…

Jakarta, Indonesia, July 8, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Accor, one of the largest international hotel operators in Southeast Asia, continues its expansion in Indonesia with the signing of Mövenpick Jakarta International Airport. The new-build…

Sorrento, Italy, July 8, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The first Global Youth Tourism Summit concluded with a simulation of the UNWTO General Assembly where 120 participants from 57 countries and aged between 12 and 18 took part, and where voting on…

Pattaya, Thailand, July 8, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts is excited to announce the re-opening of Best Western Plus Nexen on August 1st, 2022, in the vibrant seafront city of Pattaya, Thailand. Nestled in North…

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, July 7, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Rosewood Hotel Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Victor Clavell as Senior Vice President of Operations, EMEAC. This addition to Rosewood’s executive team demonstrates…

Bangkok, Thailand, July 7, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon is set to open on July 29 at iconic pixelated skyscraper King Power Mahanakhon in Chong Nonsi. The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon will be The Standard brand's…

Sorrento, Italy, July 7, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The first Global Youth Tourism Summit concluded by showcasing the power of tourism for youth empowerment, international solidarity and peace. Drawing the landmark event to a close, UNWTO…

North Malé Atoll, Maldives, July 6, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa arrives in the archipelago with a 109 all-pool villa resort, delivering an exceptional stay for a new era of travelers. Global hospitality…

Livingstone, Zambia, July 6, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Guests at Avani Victoria Falls Resort can immerse themselves in a truly Zambian dining tradition during a boma dinner at the resort’s African restaurant, Mukuni Boma. Sit under the stars,…

Bangkok, Thailand, July 6, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to report that two leading tourism figures from Thailand have been included in the International Hospitality Institute’s list of the ‘100…

Windhoek, Namibia, July 5, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Award-winning Ultimate Safaris is a Namibian Conservation Travel Company, dedicated to the protection and preservation of one of the most pristine and delicate wilderness areas on earth, has…

Lombok, Indonesia, July 5, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Situated in the breathtaking Indonesian archipelago, the island of Lombok is celebrated for the raw beauty of its pristine nature that tempts tourists from around the world. To cater to an…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, July 4, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel and Tourism Council has revealed the Travel & Tourism sector in Saudi Arabia is expected to grow at an average of 11% annually over the next decade, making it the…

Sorrento, Italy, July 3, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO Ambassador of Responsible Tourism and footballing legend Didier Drogba helped bring the first Global Youth Tourism Summit to an inspiring close with a special masterclass for more than 120…

Chintsa Bay, East London, South Africa, July 2, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The team behind one of the Eastern Capes premier boutique hotels, Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve are proud to announce the acquisition of Prana Lodge, a unique 5-star…

Lisbon, Portugal, July 1, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism has the potential to lead the shift towards a circular and regenerative blue economy, the UN Ocean Conference has been told. UNWTO centred the discussions on tourism in a special…

Orlando, Florida, United States, June 30, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / New Hotels and Residences Announced in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and Orlando, Florida. Nobu Hospitality, the leading luxury lifestyle and iconic hotel and dining brand in…

Rome, Italy, June 29, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / His Holiness Pope Francis has sent an historic message of support to UNWTO’s first Global Youth Tourism Summit. As the Summit was underway in Sorrento, Italy, His Holiness called on young…

Singapore, Singapore, June 29, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Sabre Corporation has completed the initial phase of its rollout of SynXis Retail Studio, which was created to transform the future of hotel retailing and deliver the personalized travel…

Pattaya, Thailand, June 27, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / V Yachts Asia, Thailand’s exclusive dealer for world-famous brands Ferretti Yachts, Riva and Pershing, unveiled for the first time, at the recent Thailand Yacht Show (Pattaya) 2022, two of…

New York, NY, United States, June 26, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has appointed Marlene Poynder as managing director of The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel, in New York City. With more than 30 years of experience in…

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, June 25, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Women entrepreneurs from across the tourism sector came together in Santo Domingo for a special workshop focused on financing, marketing, networking and innovation. Forming…

Bangkok, Thailand, June 24, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has appointed Mr Gilles Cretallaz as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective 10 June 2022.…

San Juan, Puerto Rico, June 24, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) published ‘Critical Factors to Attract Hotel Investment’, a new report highlighting the importance of attracting capital investment to enable…

Bangkok, Thailand, June 23, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Aquarius International celebrates the first anniversary of Kyo-Tei, a Japanese fine dining restaurant in Thong Lor. A new seasonal menu "Early Summer in Kyoto Kamogawa" is introduced to mark…

Sorrento, Italy, June 23, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The first UNWTO Global Youth Tourism Summit will bring more than 130 young people from 60 countries to Sorrento, Italy, next week, giving them a unique platform to play a leading role in the…

Muscat, Oman, June 22, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Based in Muscat, Oman Air was elected as a oneworld member designate in Doha by the oneworld Governing Board, comprising the Chief Executives of all oneworld member airlines. oneworld member Qatar…

San Juan, Puerto Rico, June 22, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today published a new report on practical guidelines and case studies to support destinations in becoming more resilient and sustainable at…

Geneva, Switzerland, June 22, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO will work with the WHO Regional Office for Europe (WHO/Europe) to strengthen ties between tourism and public health in Europe’s smallest states. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown the…

Bangkok, Thailand, June 21, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The exclusive club will enable members to create personalised itineraries with luxury hotels, top dining, yacht charters, and private jets flights across Southeast Asia. AQBooking .com, the…

Madrid, Spain, June 21, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO and its Affiliate Member Allianz Partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, consolidating their joint commitment to promoting safe, responsible, and accessible tourism. • Read all…

San Juan, Puerto Rico, June 21, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed the Caribbean’s Travel & Tourism sector could create 1.34 million jobs over the next 10 years, if governments and the…

Saint-Tropez, France, June 21, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Louis Vuitton has opened a restaurant in the glamorous Saint-Tropez known for its jet-set clientele, high-end beach clubs, and exciting nightlife. • Discover the World's Best Fine…

Bangkok, Thailand, June 20, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Travel has not been easy in the last two years; many opted to stay home and wait and see what would happen. This is not the case for a visionary like Deepak Ohri, who sees a significant…

Xi'an, China, June 18,2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The ultra-luxury Rosewood Xi'an will occupy prime real estate within one of China’s most storied and attractive destinations. The hotel group continues its strategic global growth with the…

Doha, Qatar, June 18, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA), announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering in Doha, Qatar, for the 78th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air…

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, June 17,2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has honored the Travelindex Group Founder and Chairman Bernard Metzger to participate as a media participant at the 116th UNWTO…

La Digue, Seychelles, June 17, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Le Nautique Luxury Waterfront Hotel has been recognized by Tripadvisor as a 2022 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best award winner for Small Hotels ranking 23 out of 25. In a year of fierce…

Singapore, Singapore, June 17, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce a new preferred partnership with OAG, a leading data platform for the global travel industry. The new agreement will…

Male, Maldives, June 16, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism leaders from across Asia and the Pacific have placed building resilience and embracing innovation at the heart of the sector’s restart and sustainable future. The 34th Joint Meeting of…

Bangkok, Thailand, June 16,2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Smart Finder, Thailand’s leading one-stop software developer for the hospitality industry reveals its growth figure for Q1 of 2022, which surpassed that of the previous year, creating…

Bangkok, Thailand, June 14, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Right in the heart of Bangkok’s elegant Ratchadamri district, Anantara Siam is proud to welcome hedonists and pleasure-seekers to its newest upscale hangout. GUILTY awaits with…

Bogota, Colombia, June 14, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has welcomed Bogotá’s Tourism Observatory into its International Network of Sustainable Observatories (INSTO). Bogota's Tourism Observatory has longstanding and extensive monitoring…

Singapore, Singapore, June 14, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Traveloka announced that it officially joins the Global Sustainable Tourism Council's global network as a member. This membership is a part of Traveloka’s strategic effort in preserving…

Bangkok, Thailand, June 13, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts has reaffirmed its position as one of Thailand’s leading international hotel groups with the opening of Seekers Finders Rama IV, SureStay Collection by Best…

Yerevan, Armenia, Jun 13, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The European Member States of UNWTO have highlighted the importance of jobs, professional training and sustainability and innovation as they jointly guide the recovery of tourism across the…

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, June 13, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / With giraffe populations declining throughout Africa, Wilderness Safaris is delighted to be supporting the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF) in Hwange National Park (HNP)…

Doha, Qatar, June 11, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara has partnered with Discover Qatar to provide once-in-a-lifetime excursions to view whale sharks – the gentle giants of the ocean. The newly launched experience…

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, June 10, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Public and private leaders have been called on to unite behind the Jeddah Call to Action, a commitment to align with UNWTO’s approach to rethink tourism governance at every level to keep…