Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, August 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / MSC Cruises, the contemporary brand of the Cruise Division of MSC Group, today announced that MSC Bellissima, one of the line’s...
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Paris, France, August 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Air France is continuing to renew its fleet. At the end of September, the airline will take delivery of the first of...
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Cape Panwa Hotel, Phuket, Thailand, August 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Andres Rubio, General Manager of Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket, recently welcomed Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the Minister of Tourism and Sports...
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Phuket, Thailand, August 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration (SHA) certification has been certified by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) as being...
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Geneva, Switzerland, July 31, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments to take action to address the high cost of COVID-19 tests in many...
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Madrid, Spain, July 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Destination Capital (DC) has signed a collaborative arrangement with the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) of the United Nations to support the rejuvenation...
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Bangkok, Thailand, July 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to report that Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex has been added to UNESCO’s World Heritage...
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Victoria Falls, Zambia, July 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Marrying world-class expertise with indigenous wellness culture and breathtaking scenery, The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara in Zambia will be the...
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Bangkok, Thailand, July 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts is celebrating after 31 of its properties in Asia (Southeast Asia and Japan) were honored in the...
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Madrid, Spain, July 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The global vaccination rollout and increased adoption of digital solutions for safe travel should lead to a rise in international mobility over...
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Lisbon, Portugal, July 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Visit Portugal and the city of Reguengos de Monsaraz announce dates for the 5th UNWTO Global Conference...
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London, United Kingdom, July 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Asia Pacific was the region hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic according to the new annual Economic Trends Report from the...
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Mexico City, Mexico, July 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has embarked on a first official visit to Mexico. The visit of the...
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Basel, Switzerland, July 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Baselworld was held for the last time in 2019. Now it is back in March/April 2022, and it will be very different....
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Malaga, Spain, July 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Skål International has become an official member of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Associate Community. Skål International has been working...
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Phuket, Thailand, July 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Cape Panwa Hotel, Phuket, led by Andres Rubio (4th left), General Manager of the hotel, was recently honoured to welcome H.E. Waravuth...
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Tokyo, Japan, July 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Cross Hotels & Resorts recognizes the opportunities in the Japanese inbound and outbound markets, and to reinforce its expansion plans into the...
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Expo 2020 Dubai tickets will go on sale worldwide from 18 July 2021, opening up a spectacular world of innovation...
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Phuket, Thailand, July 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce that Phuket’s highly anticipated reopening to tourism is now officially in effect,...
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London, UNited Kingdom, July 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virginia Messina, Senior Vice President WTTC, said: “WTTC is confident the EU Digital COVID Certificate will boost consumer confidence and the...
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New York, New York, United States, July 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Wheels Up the leading brand in private aviation, and Abercrombie & Kent, the world’s leading luxury travel company,...
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London, United Kingdom, July 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today launched a major new report which reveals how destinations can grow responsibly, using...
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Bangkok, Thailand, July 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce the launch of ‘The Best of SHA Awards 2021’ project, which aims...
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London, United Kingdom, July 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virginia Messina, WTTC Senior Vice President, said: “Today we should reflect on how hard won our newly re-found ‘freedoms’ are, which...
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Madrid, Spain, July 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The biggest crisis in the history of tourism continues into a second year. Between January and May, international tourist arrivals were 85%...
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Buenos Aires, Argentina, July 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released major new guidelines outlining how the global Travel & Tourism sector can...
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Hua Hin, Thailand, July 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Dusit International has expanded its operations in the kingdom with the opening of dusitD2 Hua Hin, an upscale pet-friendly retreat in...
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Geneva, Switzerland, July 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is inviting nominations for the 2021 Diversity and Inclusion Awards. “The COVID-19 pandemic has not stopped...
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Emboodhoo Lagoon, Maldives, July 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / S Hotels and Resorts Public Company Limited continues to expand its footprint in the Maldives and redefine the tourism and hospitality...
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Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, July 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of a new upscale hotel in Vietnam, located on the waterfront...
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London, United Kingdom, July 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The restart of international travel could be seriously delayed without worldwide reciprocal recognition of all approved COVID-19 vaccines, says the World...
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Koh Samui, Thailand, July 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce the launch of the Samui Plus programme, under which Ko Samui,...
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Geneva, Switzerland, July 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that the reliance on taxation as the solution for cutting aviation emissions in the EU’s...
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Muscat, Oman, July 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Thailand’s leading hotel operator pushes forward with international expansion plans to become a top 100 global hotel operator within five years. Thailand’s...
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Porto, Portugal, July 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The mayors of some of the world’s leading destinations have met in Porto to rethink urban tourism in the post-pandemic age. Organized...
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Doha, Qatar, July 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Qatar Airways and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Qatar Airways will become the first airline in the Middle East...
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Koh Samui, Thailand, July 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / First resort of the group’s Centara Reserve brand to feature one-of-a-kind dining, social, and service experiences. Centara Hotels and Resorts, Thailand’s...
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Madrid, Spain, July 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism businesses and destinations are stepping up their commitment to sustainability. Aimed at reducing waste and pollution across the sector, the Global...
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Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia, July 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / NoKu Beach House in Bali, which features in the first episode of the new reality series, is just one of the...
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Porto, Portugal, July 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) continues to energize the restart of tourism based on sustainability and innovation. An agreement with MUST Travel...
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Berlin, Germany, July 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World’s Leading Travel Trade Show releases details of a hybrid concept and for taking part in the live event from 9...
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Phuket, Thailand, July 9, 2021 – In-time for the re-opening of Phuket, and with the support of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Travelindex formally launched the Phuket Edition of...
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London, United Kingdom, July 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virginia Messina, WTTC Senior Vice President, said: “Holidaymakers and the Travel & Tourism sector will breathe a sigh of relief now...
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Geneva, Switzerland, July 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that both international and domestic travel demand showed marginal improvements in May 2021, compared to...
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London, United Kingdom, July 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) launched a major new report which signals how the global Travel & Tourism sector...
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Quinta do Lago, Algarve, Portugal, July 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Quinta do Lago’s position at the forefront of ladies’ golf in Europe has received a ringing double endorsement with...
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Geneva, Switzerland, July 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced passenger demand performance for June 2021 showing a very slight improvement in both international and...
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Bangkok, Thailand, July 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office is announcing the 15 Finalists of the Experience Mekong Showcases 2021 from Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand Viet...
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London, United Kingdom, July 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The UK’s economic revival is being hampered by the lack of inbound travel while flights to amber list countries take off,...
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Bangkok, Thailand, July 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / As pandemic restrictions have been increased in Bangkok, The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok has announced game changing measures offered...
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Johannesburg, South Africa, July 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The third Africa Youth in Tourism & Innovation challenge summit is scheduled to take place in Ghana’s capital of Accra from...
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Celtic Manor, Wales, United Kingdom, July 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / IGTM 2021 will take place from 18th-21st October 2021 at Celtic Manor in Wales. The return of events as...
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Cascais, Portugal, July 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Quinta da Marinha is offering golfers the perfect balance of privacy, Portuguese authenticity and contemporary décor after investing €1.5m into the refurbishment...
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Geneva, Switzerland, July 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that based on its latest passenger survey conducted in June, most air travelers are confident...
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Macao, Macao SAR, July 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Wine Society of Macau, AmCham Macau, DOC DMC Macau and co-organizer MGM join hands to present a California wine pairing...
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Geneva, Switzerland, July 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) branded the European Commission’s (EC) decision to set the winter slot use threshold at 50% as...
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Jabal Akhdar, Oman, July 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has expanded its presence in the Middle East with the...
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Expo 2020 Dubai and City Football Group have kicked off a new partnership that will see the largest event in...
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Malaga, Spain, June 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Intrepid Travel is introducing new sustainable travel experiences in Europe designed to benefit local communities thanks to an exclusive partnership with MEET...
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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, June 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / President Wavel Ramkalawan welcomed Mr Alain St Ange for a courtesy call at State House this morning. The former Minister for...
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Phuket, Thailand, June 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) to launch...
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London, United Kingdom, June 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virginia Messina, WTTC Senior Vice President, said: “WTTC is very concerned about reversing quarantine measures and would urge against EU states...
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Brussels, Belgium, June 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / With Europe as a global leader in Travel & Tourism, SUNx Malta announces two initiatives to help post pandemic recovery in the...
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Lucerne, Switzerland, June 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / After two inspiring Online Meetups featuring speakers from the tourism industry, one thing is clear: tourism is on the cusp of a...
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Harare, Zimbabwe, June 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO commits to work with the Government of Zimbabwe to measure the importance of tourism for the country’s economy. Zimbabwe has identified...
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London, United Kingdom, June 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virginia Messina, Senior Vice President WTTC, said: “Today’s announcement from the EU advising member states to begin welcoming back U.S. travel...
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Bangkok, Thailand, June 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / From Imtiaz Muqbil, Executive Editor, Travel Impact Newswire – Dear Governor Yuthasak, with the vaccination process full steam ahead, a few hiccups...
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Barcelona, Spain, June 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has launched the Jobs Factory, powered by Hosco, the global hospitality network. This innovative platform is designed...
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Houston, Texas, United States, June 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The fast-rising SpaceFund venture capital team announced its newest member today. James Mertz brings a highly successful career in family...
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London, United Kingdom, June 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, and faculty and scientists of...
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Windhoek, Namibia, June 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO’s African Member States will work together to establish a new narrative for tourism across the continent. To better realize tourism’s potential...
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Accra, Ghana, June 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum, in partnership with the Government of Ghana, is launching the first Country Financing Roadmap (CFR) for SDGs initiative...
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London, United Kingdom, Jun 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), launch a major new report today, addressing...
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Ayutthaya, Thailand, June 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The fifth edition of The Michelin Guide in Thailand, to be released at the end of 2021, will extend its coverage to...
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Phuket, Thailand, June 15, 2021 – Most of the people these days, keep on saying how much they want to travel after having being lockdown with stringent policies of travel...
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Bangkok, Thailand, June 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has expanded its food business in Bangkok with the soft opening of its...
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London, United Kingdom, June 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The UK government must abandon the ‘failed and damaging’ traffic light system now if it is to save the stricken Travel...
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Phuket, Thailand, June 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently presented the Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration (SHA) Plus Certificate to more than 300...
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Phuket, Thailand, June 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in collaboration with Phuket Province today hosted a ‘Phuket Sandbox Workshop’ to prepare Thailand’s most popular...
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London, United Kingdom, June 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council has called on Boris Johnson and the G7 Heads of State, to lead a coordinated...
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Bruges, Belgium, June 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization, Basque Culinary Center, VisitFlanders and the city of Bruges have announced new dates for the 6th UNWTO World...
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, June 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Mastercard Foundation has announced that it will deploy $1.3 billion over the next three years in partnership with the Africa...
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Phuket, Thailand, June 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Twinpalms MontAzure has been nominated for the Top 25 Luxury Hotels awards by Top25Hotels, which honours the world’s leading hotels. Twinpalms MontAzure...
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Maratua Island, Indonesia, June 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Governor of Kalimantan Timur, H.E. Dr. Ir. H. Isran Noor, M. Si., the Bupati (Local Premier) of Kabupaten Berau, Hj....
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Bangkok, Thailand, June 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Golfasian, Asia’s largest inbound tour operator, is utilising strength in diversity to take Thailand’s golf industry to a higher level. The Bangkok-based...
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Brussels, Belgium, June 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Ahead of the EU Ambassadors’ meeting on 11 June, the European travel and tourism industry associations call on Member States to approve...
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Geneva, Switzerland, June 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the relaxation of COVID-19 border measures for vaccinated passengers, and the broader use of affordable...
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Phuket, Thailand, June 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to provide the initial information on the Phuket Sandbox model to safely reopen Phuket...
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Pattaya, Thailand, June 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels & Resorts continues to enhance the hospitality landscape in Thailand with the launch of a brand-new beachfront hotel on...
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London, United Kingdom, June 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / A new campaign has today been launched by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) calling on governments around the world...
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, June 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Abu Dhabi will end quarantine for all international arrivals starting from July 1, according to a government official. It...
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Johannesburg, South Africa, June 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Wyss Foundation today announced a commitment of up to $108M to African Parks, a South African based conservation NGO that...
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Palma de Mallorca, Mallorca, Spain, June 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has welcomed Mallorca’s Sustainable Tourism Observatory into its International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories...
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Brussels, Belgium, June 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / In a major step towards the recovery of the Travel & Tourism sector, Virginia Messina, Senior Vice President, WTTC, acknowledges the importance...
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Bangkok, Thailand, June 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Following the announcements by the Thai Prime Minister and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to reopen Phuket and to allow vaccinated...
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Madrid, Spain, June 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO is inviting public and private stakeholders from around the world to take part in a Global Survey of Climate Action in...
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London, United Kingdom, June 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virginia Messina, Senior Vice President WTTC, said: “The World Travel & Tourism Council shares the huge disappointment of Travel & Tourism...
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Bilbao, Spain, June 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Food 4 Future and Expo Food Tech 2021 will reunite in Bilbao 5,000 food and beverages industry leaders, coming from more than...
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Valletta, Malta, June 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / On World Environment Day, SUN Malta announced its Climate Friendly Travel to Zero flagship initiative, aligned with the UN Race to Zero....
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Athens, Greece, June 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO is to collaborate with the Greek Ministry of Tourism in establishing a first research station dedicated to measuring the sustainable development...
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Madrid, Spain, June 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / International tourist arrivals were down 83% in the first quarter of 2021 as widespread travel restrictions remained in place. However, the UNWTO...
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Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia, June 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Avani Hotels announces the opening of Avani Seminyak Resort in Bali, the brand’s first property in Indonesia. Centrally located in the...
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Athens, Greece, June 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The European members of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have met in Athens to advance the safe and sustainable restart of tourism...
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Geneva, Switzerland, June 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to make data-driven decisions to manage the risks of COVID-19 when reopening borders to...
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London, United Kingdom, June 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The UK risks becoming increasingly isolated if it continues to keep the doors closed to significant international travel, says the World...
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London, United Kingdom, June 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virginia Messina, WTTC Senior Vice President, said: “We welcome the OECD initiative to safely restart international travel under their proposed framework,...
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Cancun, Mexico, June 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries, today unveiled its 21st...
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Madrid, Spain, June 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Telefónica and the UNWTO renew their commitment to cooperate to promote tourism through sustainable and competitive development based on digitalisation and the...
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, June 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Members of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Middle East have agreed to work on the creation of harmonized protocols to...
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Tralee, Ireland, June 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Ranked in the world’s top hotels, third generation hotelier Padraig McGillicuddy and the team at Ballygarry House, are always striving to improve...
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Macao, Maco SAR, June 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Macao Grand Prix Museum was officially inaugurated today (1 June). Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng, accompanied by Secretary for Economy...
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Phuket, Thailand, June 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to confirm that Phuket will be the first destination in Thailand to reopen to...
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Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo, June 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / As South Africa returns to stricter lockdown followed the appearance of the South African President, H.E. Cyril Ramaphosa...
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Seoul, Korea South, June 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / COVID-19 sparks a dramatic 45.5% collapse in the sector’s contribution to GDP 84,000 jobs lost, while many more remain protected by...
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Phoenix, Arizona, June 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The 15th annual BWH Hotel Group Travel Summit was held virtually with a panel of top travel industry leaders from AAA, Google...
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Phuket, Thailand, June 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the following updates on Phuket’s announcement to relax the COVID-19 restrictions and...
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, June 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Africa is running a race against time in the battle against the historic crisis for the air travel industry posed by...
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Phuket, Thailand, May 31, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Twinpalms Phuket, located on the west coast of Phuket, has been nominated for the Top 25 Luxury Hotels awards by Top25Hotels.com, which...
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO and international broadcaster Euronews have signed a new agreement to work together to lead the global tourism recovery by highlighting...
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Phuket, Thailand, May 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Phuket’s travel and tourism industry is rallying ahead of the island’s re-opening on July 1 to international visitors who have been vaccinated...
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London, United Kingdom, May 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX /  The World Travel & Tourism Council’s annual Economic Impact Report (EIR) today reveals the dramatic impact COVID-19 had on the Caribbean’s...
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The search is on for the best examples of rural villages harnessing the power of tourism to provide opportunity and safeguard...
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Mui Ne, Vietnam, May 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Centara Mirage Resort Mui Ne has announced the appointment of Franck Rodriguez as General Manager of this brand-new, fully-integrated leisure destination...
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has opened its first Regional Office for the Middle East, bringing the United Nations specialized agency...
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Paris, France, May 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Shangri-La in London, Vancouver and Paris ready to welcome guests back for moments of spring and summer bliss. Following months of closure,...
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Geneva, Switzerland, May 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Tourism Economics released a long-term view for post-COVID-19 passenger demand recovery which demonstrates that people...
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Bangkok, Thailand, May 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), in partnership with the Department of Tourism of the Philippines, will be organising a hybrid PATA...
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Mountain View, California, United States, May 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Google have signed a new agreement to work together and lead global tourism’s...
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Hanoi, Vietnam, May 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Capella Hanoi has officially opened its doors, ushering in a new era of art and elegance in the heart of Vietnam’s vibrant...
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Madrid, Spain, May 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The UNWTO Affiliate Members Department, within the framework of the activities of the Working Group on Accessible Tourism, organized the Expert Meeting...
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London, United Kingdom, May 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virginia Messina, Senior Vice President WTTC said: “WTTC welcomes the agreement reached on the EU Digital COVID Certificate, which has now...
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Madrid, Spain, May 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The global tourism sector has come together to show its unity and readiness to restart as soon as conditions allow. To celebrate...
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, May 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Former UNWTO Secretary General, Dr. Taleb Rifai, and former Minister of Tourism from the Seychelles, Alain St.Ange, come together to wish...
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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, May 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Efforts in Seychelles to protect more of its ocean territory have been given an added boost with the island nation now...
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Copenhagen, Denamrk, May 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Green Key is very proud to announce its new criteria and explanatory notes taking effect from 1 January 2022 and valid until...
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Madrid, Spain, May 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The cultural diversity and knowledge of indigenous peoples can bring innovative experiences and new business opportunities for tourism destinations and local communities,...
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Macao, Macao SAR, May 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Development Committee (CDT, on its Portuguese acronym) convened the first Plenary Meeting of 2021 on May 18, presided over...
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Nairobi, Kenya, May 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Africa opens discussion on Anti-Poaching Efforts as African Tourism Showcase gets tourism heavyweights behind their call. Anti-Poaching is the agenda for discussion...
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Madrid, Spain, May 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The importance of unlocking the potential of investments for growing African tourism was highlighted as leaders from across the sector met virtually...
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Ministry of Tourism has announced the appointment of Gloria Guevara Manzo as a Chief Special Advisor at Ministry of Tourism....
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Madrid, Spain, May 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / At FITUR, the International Spanish Tourism Trade Fair (Madrid, 19-23 May 2021), UNWTO will ensure sustainability, innovation and responsibility are a central...
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Madrid, Spain, May 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Innovators with ideas to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals have been celebrated in Madrid. The final of the UNWTO SDGs Global...
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London, United Kingdom, May 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Following its launch just 12 months ago, the highly popular Safe Travels stamp from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC)...
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Geneva, Switzerland, May 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) applauded the growing number of countries making data and evidence-driven decisions to open their borders to...
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Lucerne, Switzerland, May 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Not even one fifth of all C-suite roles are filled by women. In fact, only 5% of all CEOs are female –...
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, today announced the expansion of the international SLS Hotels and Residences brand to the Middle...
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX /  Trusted mid and upscale hotel brand, NH Hotels, is to debut in the Middle East region later this year with...
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, May 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Erth, a unique landmark destination for warm Emirati hospitality, cuisine and recreation, revealed its new identity at 2021, Arabian...
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, CEO and Founder of the Emirates...
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Milan, Italy, May 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Grotta Giusti Thermal Spa Resort of the Italian Hospitality Collection group in Monsummano Terme, Tuscany, which is scheduled to reopen in summer...
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Madrid, Spain, May 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / At FITUR: The International Spanish Tourism Trade Fair (Madrid, 19-23 May 2021), UNWTO will ensure sustainability, innovation and responsibility are a central...
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Bali, Indonesia, May 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The 7th  of Bali & Beyond Travel Fair (BBTF) will be held on June 8 – 12, 2021 at the Bali International Convention...
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Auckland, New Zealand. May 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Following a successful lift-off, first stage burn, and stage separation, Rocket Lab experienced an anomaly during its 20th Electron mission ‘Running...
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Pattaya, Thailand, May 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / An African-inspired resort, The Gems Mining Pool Villas Pattaya announces the opening of The Legacy Conceptual Residence, the key of the 77th...
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Madrid, Spain, May 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / COVID-19 certificates for international travel must be free, universally available and non-discriminatory. They must also be limited in time and use, the...
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Geneva, Switzerland, May 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments to ensure that high costs for COVID-19 testing don’t put travel out of...
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London, United Kingdom, May 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Some countries performed better than others due to clear rules and certainty for domestic and international travel. UK records the biggest...
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Islamabad, Pakistan, May 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Online Pakistan tour and travel booking startup, PakVoyager connects travellers to local hotels, tour operators, and car rental companies that publish their...
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Barcelona, Spain, May 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Real Club de Golf El Prat designed a new Sustainability Plan including, among other things, the renovation of the acclaimed Yellow Course....
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Niyama Islands, Maldives, May 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Parachute into paradise with a thrilling new experience at Niyama Private Islands. The new tandem skydiving experience, which has just launched...
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Houston, Texas, United States, May 13, 2021 / MADEINSPACE.com / SpaceFund Inc., announced it has fully deployed investments from its first “LaunchPad” fund today. The venture capital firm placed investor...
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London, United Kingdom, May 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara steps down as President & CEO and Julia Simpson to take over the helm. The World Travel & Tourism...
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𝗛𝗼𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲, Vietnam, May 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotel Group has announced to open a brand-new villa resort in Vietnam. A virtual signing ceremony for this was...
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Rome, Italy, May 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the agreement by the G20 Tourism Ministers to support the safe restoration of mobility by...
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Berlin, Germany, May 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Global travel industry CEOs demand an expansion of vaccination and testing capacity to rapidly re-open safe travel in these times of the...
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Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand, May 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Ariya Jutanugarn became the first Thai player in the 14 years the event has been held  to win the Honda LPGA...
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Cancun, Mexico, May 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Countries and top tourism leaders from around the world have been recognised with awards by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC),...
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Bangkok, Thailand, May 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX /  Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has responded to the increasingly health-conscious aspirations of global travellers by...
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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, May 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Minister of Tourism David Collado along with 15 more ministers and vice ministers of tourism of the Americas established partnership...
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New York, NY, United States, May 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum released Digital Assets, Distributed Ledger Technology, and the Future of Capital Markets. Across the capital...
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Jakarta, Indonesia, May 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Alain St.Ange, the well-known Seychelles former Tourism Minister and Executive Director of FORSEAA (Forum of Small Medium Economic AFRICA ASEAN) is currently...
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Manila, Philippines, May 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel and Tourism Council once again announced that the Philippines has been selected as the next country to host the...
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Geneva, Switzerland, May 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / A new report published jointly by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) on the value of...
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Bangkok, Thailand, May 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the election of two new government members to the PATA Executive Board....
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Madrid, Spain, May 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that proposals by AENA to increase user charges at the 46 airports it operates across...
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Madrid, Spain, May 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization, in keeping with its firm commitment to democratizing online education; IE University, with more than 20 years’ experience...
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London, United Kingdom, May 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, and faculty and scientists of...
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Vienna, Austria, May 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The City of Vienna is providing the Vienna Tourist Board and its Vienna Convention Bureau with an additional €4 million to support...
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Houston, Texas, United States, May 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / SpaceFund venture capital firm announced today that it is spinning off a new aerospace strategic consulting company to serve growing...
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Aix-en-Provence, France, May 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Camille Chevalier has become a Sustainable Golf Champion – partnering with the non-profit GEO Foundation to help support the group’s mission to...
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Rome, Italy, May 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has served as tourism’s global voice as the Tourism Ministers of the G20 nations met to devise a way forward for...
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Rome, Italy, May 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, President & CEO of World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) gave an opening keynote speech at the G20 Tourism Ministers...
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Bangkok, May 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / During its 70th Annual General Meeting held online on Thursday, April 29, 2021, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) presented PATA Life Membership...
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Tokyo, Japan, May 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has launched a new Insider Guide to Japan, celebrating the country’s many traditions, innovations, natural wonders, and...
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Bangkok, Thailand, May 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to welcome Expedia Group as its newest corporate member. “As the COVID-19 pandemic has...
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Geneva, Switzerland, May 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / A new World Economic Forum/IPSOS survey found three in four people support COVID-19 vaccine certificates for travelers entering their country. Two in...
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Sydney, Australia, May 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Two tourism bodies have signed an agreement to put culture, heritage and communities at the forefront of the post-Covid travel recovery. The...
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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, May 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Labour Day 2021 must be a time for deep reflection. We know that Africa, and the world at large for the...
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Singapore, May 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Asia is back and on track for a physical event from 27 – 29 October 2021 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre,...
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Koh Samui, Thailand, May 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Kamalaya has launched the Immunity & Resilience holistic wellness program, created specifically for this moment in time. The world-renowned holistic wellness...
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Madrid, Spain, April 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) continues to advance its commitment to the African tourism sector by partnering with Google to help destinations...
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Cancun, Mexico, April 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The world’s leading private and public sector Travel & Tourism leaders took a united stand to safely restart international travel at the...
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Rayong, Thailand, April 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Resort Villa, three times winner of the prestigious World Luxury Hotel Award, is opening its doors to the public again in...
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Bangkok, Thailand, April 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Liz Ortiguera as its next Chief Executive Officer effective...
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Cancun, Mexico, April 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The world’s leading travel and tourism leaders pledged to work towards women’s equality and boost female representation in leadership roles in an...
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Peralada, Girona, Spain, April 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Hotel Peralada Wine Spa and Golf is offering the country house feel to its five-star resort for visitors in 2021. Located...
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Bangkok, Thailand, April 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Collective Hospitality (CH), the owner and operator of Slumber Party Hostels (SHG), Path and Socialtel brands, has successfully acquired Bodega Hostels to...
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Seville, Spain, April 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism Innovation Summit 2021 (TIS) has announced the dates of its second edition from November 10 to 12, 2021 in Seville, Spain....
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Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico, April 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The world’s leading Tourism Ministers joined together to urge the public and private sectors to work together in partnership to...
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Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico, April 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / World Travel & Tourism Council President and CEO Gloria Guevara praised the Travel & Tourism private sector for its steadfast...
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Copenhagen, Denmark, April 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Travel managers can discover the latest travel requirements at the touch of a button with a new travel widget launched by Riskline....
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Bangkok, Thailand, April 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / OneSiam, a synergy of three global retail destinations Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery, fulfill shoppers’ need with its multi shopping...
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New York City, NY, United States, April 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The real estate industry needs to transform to serve the needs of people and cities in the next...
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La Romana, Dominican Republic, April 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Casa de Campo Resort & Villas – home to the Caribbean’s premier, luxury golf experiences, including the iconic Teeth of...
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London, United Kingdom, April 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / S Hotels and Resorts Public Company Limited (SET: SHR), the flagship hospitality arm of Singha Estate PCL (SET: S), has disclosed...
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Geneva, Switzerland, April 24, 2021 / AIRLINEHUB by TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that the Single European Sky (SES) project to reform Europe’s air traffic management...
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Madrid, Spain, April 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announce a Destination Tracker in preparation for the restart of...
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Andorra, April 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The unique power of tourism to drive sustainable development was made clear as UNWTO took part in the 27th Ibero-American Summit of Heads...
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Miami, Florida, United States, April 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The annual Economic Impact Report (EIR) from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) revealed the U.S. Travel & Tourism...
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Pattaya, Thailand, April 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Cross Hotels and Resorts, Asia Pacific’s leading hotel operator, recently signed a significant hotel management agreement with Kasetsinn Co., Ltd. to open...
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Kampala, Uganda, April 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / In line with UWA mandate of protecting wildlife resources in Uganda as per the Uganda Wildlife Act 2019, UWA has taken over...
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Geneva, Switzerland, April 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Unilabs, the leading European diagnostic services provider, and the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the trade association for the world’s airlines, have...
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Paris, France, April 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Vietjet President and CEO Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao has been awarded the Legion of Honour from the French Government at the France...
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Geneva, Switzerland, April 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / A new IPSOS and World Economic Forum survey found that almost 60% expect a return to pre-COVID normal within the next 12...
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Geneva, Switzerland, April 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced an agreement with Eurofins to incorporate its worldwide COVID-19 testing network into IATA Travel Pass....
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St. James, Barbados, April 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Apes Hill Golf and Beach Club in St James, Barbados, is undergoing a major renovation with sustainability at the top of...
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 18, 2021 / TAVELINDEX / Dubai based press caught up with Alain St Ange, the well known former Tourism Minister for Seychelles. St.Ange was in...
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Fort Worth, Texas, United States, April 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Responsible tourism is very much on the minds of Virtuoso customers, according to new survey data from the consortium....
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Menlo Park, California, United States, April 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Facebook have partnered to help global destinations make use of the power of...
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Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala., United States, April 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / NASA is getting ready to send astronauts to explore more of the Moon as part of...
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Tokyo, Japan, April 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Global leaders back the need for more technology governance to tackle the most pressing global problems at the World Economic Forum’s inaugural...
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Mumbai, India, April 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The virtual edition of the inaugural ITB India was successfully held, with three days of networking, travel news and business opportunities. The...
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Singapore, April 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced that Singapore Airlines has successfully migrated to...
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Madrid, Spain, April 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) will continue to build on its successful partnership with the Spanish ONCE Foundation and the European Network...
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Huravalhi Island, Maldives, April 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Lending itself naturally to social distancing where one can truly unwind in spacious outdoor environments in a ‘one island, one resort’...
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Macao, Macao SAR, April 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The three-day (3 – 5 April) Ching Ming Festival Holidays of the Mainland fell between the Easter Holidays (2 – 6...
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Berlin, Germany, April 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council’s annual Economic Impact Report (EIR) today reveals that the dramatic collapse of Germany’s Travel & Tourism...
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, April 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has again convened its Global Tourism Crisis Committee to lead the sector in harmonizing travel and...
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London, United Kingdom, April 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council’s annual Economic Impact Report (EIR) today reveals that the dramatic collapse of the UK’s Travel...
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Malaga, Spain, April 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / World’s largest global network of Tourism Professionals dedicating the entire month of April 2021 for Skål Celebrations and Doing Business Among Friends...
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Bangkok, Thailand, April 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is calling for urgent action from all Thai travel and tourism industry stakeholders from both the...
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Denham, United Kingdom, April 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Haitham Mattar as Managing Director of India, Middle East & Africa (IMEA),...
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Wakayama, Japan, April 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that the Japan Sustainable Tourism Standard for Destinations (JSTS-D) has achieved the...
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Phuket, Thailand, April 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Utopia Corporation, Phuket’s pioneering property developer and hospitality company, is forging even closer bonds within the island’s business community with the launch...
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Madrid, Spain, April 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has launched a new competition to identify the best ideas that will help rural communities recover from...
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Singapore, April 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed Singapore’s acceptance of pre-departure COVID-19 PCR test results on the IATA Travel Pass. From 1 May...
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Houston, Texas, United States, April 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / SpaceFund announced it has reached and surpassed the planned first close of $5 million for its $20 million BlastOff Fund...
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, April 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / WISeKey to launch the NFT auction of the original SWATCH created for the 1992 Rio Earth Summit, on Earth Day,...
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Geneva, Switzerland, April 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to accept best-in-class rapid antigen tests in fulfillment of COVID -19 testing requirements following...
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Lucerne, Switzerland, April 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Forum Lucerne announced that the Innovation Festival, Moving Forward, will not go ahead as planned on 29-30 April. Unfortunately, the...
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Jakarta, Indonesia, April 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Seychelles former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine, Alain St. Ange, is set to reposition tropical islands tourism in Indonesia....
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Madrid, Spain, April 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global tourism has carried on into 2021, with new data showing an 87% fall...
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Phoenix, Arizona, April 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts today announced that Erwann Mahe has been appointed Managing Director – Asia. His extensive industry knowledge and...
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Hanoi, Vietnam, April 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Capella Hanoi has officially opened its doors, ushering in a new era of art and elegance in the heart of Vietnam’s vibrant...
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Alicante, Spain, April 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has recognized the Bataller family, founders of the of the SHA Wellness Clinic in Alicante, Spain, for...
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Bangkok, Thailand, April 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Experience the best of Bangkok with these irresistible Bangkok’s staycation deals to book right now from over 50 uber-luxe hotels across the...
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, April 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Sustainability is at the forefront of Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, whose ethos can be summed up...
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Madrid, Spain, April 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Only with strong and coordinated political action can Europe reopen to tourism in time for the peak summer season. The World Tourism...
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London, United Kingdom, April 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) – together with the world’s largest cruise company, Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL;...
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Manila, Philippines, April 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Asian Development Bank (ADB) partnered with the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to lead a conversation on what the COVID-19 pandemic’s...
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Bangkok, Thailand, April 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / For those seeking a magical Easter weekend with family and friends, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel is offering a host of Easter themed...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 31, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / In celebration of the up and coming summer months, Royal Osha luxury Thai fine dining and Michelin recommended restaurant – a venue...
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Madrid, Spain, March 31, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is calling for the international community to show solidarity with Small Island Developing States by ensuring they...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 31, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting the Amazing Songkran Festival 2021 in Bangkok as well as supporting unique festivities in...
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Madrid, Spain, March 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / More than 100 countries, alongside international organizations and leading business groups have agreed to adopt harmonized standards for assisting tourists caught up...
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London, United Kingdom, March 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Rapid testing on departure at airports is the key to unlocking international travel, says the World Travel & Tourism Council in...
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Dallas, Texas, United States,March 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / TG SEA Development Pte Ltd, an authorized developer of global entertainment leader Topgolf Entertainment Group, announced today plans to bring the...
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Paris, France, March 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization has welcomed Allianz Partners into its global network of Affiliate Members. With a presence in 75 countries, the...
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Brussels, Belgium, March 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / WTTC and the European Travel Commission (ETC) welcome European Commission’s proposal for the EU wide Digital Green Certificate, which will be a...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2020 was revealed at the first ever virtual announcement. The list includes seven new entries...
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Phoenix, Arizona, March 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / WorldHotels announces today the official launch of its newest collection of hotels: WorldHotels Crafted Collection. Created last year, the collection now comes...
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London, United Kingdom, March 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Fred Finn has joined Luxury Cruise & More as Global Brand Ambassador. Fred W Finn is a Guinness World Record Holder,...
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Mumbai, India, March 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) and ITB India have announced Saudi as the Official Partner Country of ITB India 2021. The inaugural...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / More than 400 tourism leaders and industry gurus gathered in Bangkok today – in a safe and socially-distanced format – for the...
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Montreal, Canada, March 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council’s approval of the latest recommendations from its Aviation...
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Cancun, Mexico, March 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council is delighted to announce “Uniting the World for Recovery” as the key theme for its annual...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Loy Pela Voyages, Bangkok’s first private river cruise, is launching a new overnight experience centred on mindfulness and nature. As guests set...
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London, United Kingdom, March 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, President & CEO, WTTC said: “The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and its Members say the proposal from...
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Koh Samui, Thailand, March 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa, the multi-award-winning wellness sanctuary on the south coast of Koh Samui, has long been a...
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Paris, France, March 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / On the occasion of the first anniversary of the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative, lead organisations the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the United...
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Washington D.C., United States, March 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, President & CEO, WTTC states: “This incredible stimulus package will be welcomed by Travel & Tourism businesses across...
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Changi Airport, Singapore, March 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the arrival at London’s Heathrow Airport of the first traveler using the IATA Travel...
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Phi Phi Island, Thailand, March 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / S Hotels & Resorts, the global hospitality company from Singha Estate PCL, is celebrating the successful launch of SAii Resorts...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to share that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has won a UN-Habitat award for...
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Berlin, Germany, March 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Weathering many crises over the decades, travel has always proved resilient, and the industry now has the opportunity to come out of...
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Berlin, Germany, March 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has returned to ITB Berlin to lead the conversation on the current challenges facing the sector, and...
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Geneva, Switzerland, March 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Just over one year since the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic, a new World Economic Forum/Ipsos survey found notable increases...
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Athens, Greece, March 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, President & CEO, WTTC said: “The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and its Members praise the Greek government for...
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Koh Samui, Thailand, March 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa has announced well known hotelier, Bruce Ryde as its new General Manager and Brand Strategist....
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Madrid, Spain, March 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / One in three destinations worldwide are now completely closed to international tourism. According to the latest data from the World Tourism Organization...
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Cancun, Mexico, March 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, is set to present its new...
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Lucerne, Switzerland, March 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) has in recent years worked on bringing together talented young founders and investors, as well as enabling...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Top 25 Restaurants and Travelindex presented today its Awards Certificates to the Top 5 Chefs in Bangkok at restaurant Savelberg. Bangkok, as...
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Singapore, March 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / It was just over a year ago that the 10th Anniversary Edition of the Singapore Yacht Show (SYS 2020) was the first of...
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Phuket, Thailand, March 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Utopia Corporation, Phuket’s leading property developer, is no stranger to pioneering prestigious real estate projects; this innovative company has successfully introduced the...
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Geneva, Switzerland, March 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced results from its latest poll of recent travelers, revealing growing confidence in a return to...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Organisations and individuals making outstanding contributions towards the successful promotion of the travel and tourism industry throughout the Asia Pacific region are...
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Mumbai, India, March 10, 2021 7 TRAVELINDEX / The inaugural ITB India Virtual Event, 7–9 April 2021, is an annual B2B trade show and conference curated to build the bridge...
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Malaga, Spain, March 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Since 1932, Skal International has been hosting all the travel and tourism industry branches and its executives as members of the global...
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Madrid, Spain, March 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / As the sector enters the second year of an unprecedented crisis, the impact this has had on women in tourism has been...
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Mumbai, India, March 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / As a leader in championing gender diversity and inclusion, Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), South Asia’s largest hospitality company, today announced South Asia’s...
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Tokyo, Japan, March 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Achieving a circular economy will require transforming policy and business. It will also require a new approach to collaboration. To that end,...
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Berlin, Germany, March 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / For many years committing to sustainable, fair and socially responsible tourism has been one of the guiding principles of ITB Berlin. This...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Surayyal Hizmi, Lecturer Advisor of the PATA Lombok Tourism Polytechnic Student Chapter, is today named as the 2021 PATA Face of the...
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Bangkok, Thailand, March 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / As it starts preparing for a recovery in visitor arrivals, the Thai Travel and Tourism industry will need to learn both the...
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Clermont-Ferrand, France, March 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Michelin has recently signed a letter of commitment for maritime transport with Neoline, a French shipowner, on the Canada-France line. The move is...
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Madrid, Spain, March 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Hospitality Innovation Summit 2021 has announced the in-person celebration of the next edition that will take place this March 22nd to 24th...
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Brussels, Belgium, March 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / At the EU Tourism Ministers Meeting, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) called on leadership from the EU to save the...
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Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand, March 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / An African-inspired conceptual resort, The Gems Mining Pool Villas Pattaya launches a Sweet Escape promotion with a 30% off on the...
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Berlin, Germany, March 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / More than 200 leading international speakers representing airlines, the hotel and cruise industries as well as organisers will talk about the future...
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London, United Kingdom, March 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has warned that nearly £27 billion will be lost from the UK economy if...
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Berlin, Germany, February 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / International Travel Technology exhibitors are presenting innovations at ITB Berlin NOW – Latest surveys and views on the targeted use of digital...
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Madrid, Spain, February 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The shared values and close ties between tourism and culture stakeholders means both sectors can work together to ensure inclusive access to...
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London, United Kingdom, February 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Following its launch in May last year, the highly popular Safe Travels stamp from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC),...
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Geneva, Switzerland, February 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released new analysis showing that the airline industry is expected to remain cash negative throughout 2021....
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Bangkok, Thailand, February 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / At a meeting in Bangkok chaired by the new Minister of Finance, Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, and attended by officials from both the Customs...
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Lucerne, Switzerland, February 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The pandemic has the world firmly in its grasp. The tourism industry is under pressure too and needs to reinvent itself. It’s...
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Phoenix, Arizona, United States, February 24, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / WorldHotels announced today that Olivier Berrivin has been appointed Managing Director of WorldHotels Asia Pacific (APAC). The region also sees...
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London, United Kingdom, February 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “While we welcome the incredible progress the UK government has made on the vaccine...
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Orlando, Florida, United States, February 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Wyndham Destinations and Meredith Corporation announced that Wyndham Destinations has acquired the Travel + Leisure brand and all related assets...
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London, United Kingdom, February 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has sent an open letter to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, calling for his...
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Bangkok, Thailand, February 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Created four years ago in September 2017 to both recognize and encourage sustainable and responsible tourism development, 72 Experience Mekong Collection (EMC)...
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Tbilisi, Georgia, February 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / ITB Berlin NOW Digital Adventure & Sustainability Partner 2021 – Official Cultural Destination 2022 – Official Host Country 2023 – A big...
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Los Angeles, California, February 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Two acclaimed African American developers – Victor MacFarlane of MacFarlane Partners and R. Donahue Peebles of The Peebles Corporation – are...
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St Michael, Barbados, February 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / From the need for enhanced political engagement to developing relevant expertise, the World Tourism Organization, jointly with the Caribbean Tourism Organization,...
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Bangkok, Thailand, February 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts is celebrating two decades of professional excellence in Asia, as it marks the 20th anniversary of the...
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Madrid, Spain, February 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Startups from around the world have been recognized for their unique contributions to sustainable and responsible tourism in the UNWTO SDGs Global...
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Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico, February 17, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The highly-anticipated World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 20th Global Summit, will now take place in April – one month...
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London, United Kingdom, February 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Latest research shows the ongoing restrictions to travel and blanket quarantines has seen the UK suffer greater GDP losses than many...
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Bangkok, Thailand, February 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / For connoisseurs of fine Thai dining that pushes contemporary boundaries, Chef Duangporn Songvisava (Bo)  and her husband Dylan Jones (Lan) have been...
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Bangkok, Thailand, February 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Clinique La Prairie Aesthetics & Medical Spa at the St. Regis Bangkok, the first flagship facility outside of Europe welcomes, Annika Sofia...
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London, United Kingdom, February 8, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is calling for governments to abandon the concept of ‘high-risk countries’ and instead focus...
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London, United Kingdom, February 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents global Travel & Tourism private sector, has released a new Social Impact...
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Bangkok, Thailand, February 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced today that its award-winning Best Western Rewards (BWR®) program is cutting its Elite Status eligibility qualifications...
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Macao, Macao SAR, February 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Amid fanfare and spectacle, Sands China Ltd. launched the first phase of The Londoner Macao Monday evening with an opening ceremony...
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Rabat, Morocco, February 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Kingdom of Morocco met to advance the organization of the 24th UNWTO General Assembly in...
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London, United Kingdom, February 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) recognises the tremendous progress made by the...
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Panama, Panama City, February 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is partnering with the government of the Republic of Panama and Copa Airlines to trial...
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Geneva, Switzerland, February 5, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced full-year global passenger traffic results for 2020 showing that demand (revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs)...
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Geneva, Switzerland, February 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Underlining the day’s theme, Advancing Global and Regional Cooperation, two prime ministers and more than a dozen other ministers tackled subjects ranging...
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Geneva, Switzerland, February 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, and author of the best-selling books “The Fourth Industrial Revolution” and...
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Phuket, Thailand, January 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / SAii, the fun and free-spirited upper-upscale lifestyle brand from S Hotels and Resorts PCL, Thailand’s homegrown hotel group, has arrived in its...
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Galle, Sri Lanka, February 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / If like us you’ve been pining for a dose of tropical island life, you’ll welcome the news of Sri Lanka’s reopening...
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Geneva, Switzerland, February 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / As nations around the globe struggle to cope with the manifold disruptions of the COVID-19 crisis, innovators have stepped up and offered...
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London, United Kingdom, January 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “WTTC is implacably opposed to quarantines as while protecting the public is paramount, there...
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Malaga, Spain, January 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The 2021 Skal International Executive Board has met for the first time on a virtual meeting to kick start Y-2021 with a...
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Geneva, Switzerland, January 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / On a day where 61 senior business leaders announced their commitment to the Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics – a set of environmental, social and...
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Madrid, Spain, January 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Global tourism suffered its worst year on record in 2020, with international arrivals dropping by 74% according to the latest data from...
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Geneva, Switzerland, January 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / On 1 January 2021, the African Union launched the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the world’s biggest free trade area and...
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London, United Kingdom, January 27, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “WTTC urgently calls upon the UK government to extend the furlough scheme for those...
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Beijing, People Republic of China, January 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Chinese President Xi Jinping called for both greater global efforts in the fight against an unprecedented public health crisis...
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Fort Worth, Texas, United States, January 26, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The app is for all passengers flying on American’s international routes into the US. American Airlines has become the...
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London, United Kingdom, January 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO: “The latest expected announcement from the UK government, which will force UK arrivals to quarantine...
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Geneva, Switzerland, January 25, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged all branches of the European Union to support an initiative from Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos...
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Nairobi, Kenya, January 23, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Kenyan Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife has announced the appointment of English supermodel Naomi Campbell to become Magical Kenya International Ambassador....
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London, United Kingdom, January 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / More than 100 million jobs could return to the global Travel & Tourism sector during 2021, as the world recovers from...
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Madrid, Spain, January 22, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Global Tourism Crisis Committee has met for the first time in 2021. Organized by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the cross-sector...
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Valletta, Malta, January 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Travel & Tourism urged to help save the planet. Geoffrey Lipman, President of SUNx Malta, greets the start of Joe Biden’s Presidency...
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Abu Dhabi, UAE, January 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association and Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, today announced a partnership to launch the...
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London, United Kingdom, January 21, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) warmly welcomes the Biden-Harris inauguration in what...
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Geneva, Switzerland, January 20, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum Davos Agenda, taking place virtually on 25-29 January, will bring together the foremost leaders of the world to...
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Madrid, Spain, January 19, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Executive Council of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has expressed its continued support for Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili. Meeting in Madrid, its...
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Geneva, Switzerland, January 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Earth Observation [EO] data provides a billion-dollar opportunity for economies on the African continent, one that could create jobs and build new...
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Madrid, Spain, January 18, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The global tourism sector is starting the new year prepared to #RestartTourism when conditions allow, with the World Tourism Organization set to...
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New York, NY, United States, January 16, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Amidst climate, health and job fears, the UN’s worldwide consultation reveals optimism for the future and appetite for transformative...
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Bangkok, Thailand, January 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel announces it is the first hotel in Thailand to become Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide....
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London, United Kingdom, January 15, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX /  The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched its new mental health guidelines for the Travel & Tourism sector, which...
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London, United Kingdom, January 14, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Comprehensive testing will allow free and safe movement for all. Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “WTTC wholeheartedly supports the...
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Geneva, Switzerland, January 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in passenger demand which had been slowing since the Northern hemisphere’s summer...
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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, January 12, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Fewer than one in 10 tourism workers in the Middle East are women though this proportion is steadily increasing, new research...
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Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, January 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) today announced that the PATA Annual Summit (PAS) 2021 will take place online from...
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London, United Kingdom, January 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “WTTC supports measures designed to curb COVID-19 and protect public health but calls for...
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London, United Kingdom, January 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “The whole Travel & Tourism sector will be breathing a sigh of relief that...
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Beau Vallon, Mahé, Seychelles, January 8, 2020 / VISITSEYCHELLES / Seychelles is increasingly winning a reputation for being a stand-out holiday destination for discerning travellers in search of authenticity, harmony,...
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Geneva, Switzerland, January 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in passenger demand which had been slowing since the Northern hemisphere’s summer...
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Macao, Macao SAR, January 6, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / As the pandemic situation basically stabilized in the Mainland and Macao, Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has been actively promoting Macao...
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Dubai, UAE, January 5, 2021 / AIRLINEHUB / Emirates has announced that it will deploy its latest flagship A380 aircraft featuring new premium economy seats and luxurious enhancements across all...
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Macao, Macao SAR, January 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Melco Resorts & Entertainment is proud to announce that its Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star certified properties including Morpheus at City of...
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Singapore, Singapore, January 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / International travellers considering upcoming visits to Singapore in 2021 can look forward to a more stress-free experience when they stay in any...
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Bangkok, Thailand, January 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), together with ICONSIAM and other agencies, associations and businesses along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River turned the...
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Athens, Greece, January 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Greece’s Tourism Minister Haris Theocharis has said the country is trying to do everything possible to ensure that the country remains an...
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Palma de Mallorca, Mallorca, Spain, January 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has awarded its UNWTO.QUEST Certification to Fundació Mallorca Turisme. The award further advances UNWTO’s...
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Hua Hin, Thailand, January 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Medical doctors in Hua Hin are advising expat residents to be extra-mindful of the risks of COVID infections this weekend, with...
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Madrid, Spain, December 29, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / All five global regions are represented as the UNWTO SDGs Global Startup Competition reaches its final stages. The competition was launched to...
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Madrid, Spain, December 28, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / We are almost at the end of what has been the most challenging year in the history of tourism. Almost overnight, the...
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London, United Kingdom, December 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “While protecting public health is paramount, blanket travel bans cannot be the answer. They...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 31, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / For the first time ever, Clinique La Prairie launches a flagship outlet outside of Europe with the debut of Clinique La Prairie...
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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, December 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / End of year message from Alain St.Ange, former Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports & Marine of the Seychelles – “Tourism...
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Macao, Macao SAR, December 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / As the pandemic situation basically stabilized in the Mainland and Macao, Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has been actively promoting Macao...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand, together with ICONSIAM and other agencies, associations and businesses along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River is turning the...
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Madrid, Spain, December 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The First meeting of the Online Education Committee took place today, online, with the presence of high-level representatives from the public and...
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Lisbon, Portugal, December 25, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Meeting on the occasion of the Global Tourism Crisis Committee, virtually from Lisbon, Portugal, on 9 December 2020, to accelerate the coordination...
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Madrid, Spain, December 25, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism leaders from 18 countries met for the 14th annual UNWTO Asia-Pacific Executive Training Programme. In line with UNWTO’s Year of Tourism...
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Ha Noi, Viet Nam, December 24, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Viet Nam’s leading environmental policy-makers, experts, business leaders, local and international organizations today endorsed an action platform, which aims to...
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London, United Kingdom, December 24, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Following its launch in May this year, the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) highly popular Safe Travels stamp, has now...
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Valletta, Malta, December 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / SUNx Malta will host the first ever climate friendly youth travel summit in April 2021. The ‘Strong Earth Youth Summit’ (SEYS) will...
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London, United Kingdom, December 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the World Economic Forum, today announce a reinforced partnership to promote the importance...
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Geneva, Switzerland, December 22, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Kamil H. Al-Awadhi will be appointed IATA’s Regional Vice President for Africa and Middle...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 21, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / King Power Mahanakhon, Bangkok’s iconic landmark destination recently partnered up with the Thai Astronomical Society for a live broadcast on “The Great...
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London, United Kingdom, December 21, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, President & CEO, WTTC said: “WTTC is encouraged by the commitments put forward from the UN Climate Ambition Summit...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 21, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Michelin Guide Thailand 2021 introduces two new awards and a new distinction; Young Chef Award, Service Award, and Michelin Green Star signify...
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Madrid, Spain, December 21, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / International arrivals fell by 72% over the first ten months of 2020, with restrictions on travel, low consumer confidence and a global...
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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, December 19, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in partnership with Google hosted their second edition of the global Tourism Acceleration Program...
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Geneva, Switzerland, December 18, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) unveiled key design elements of the IATA Travel Pass. IATA Travel Pass is a mobile app...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / S Hotels & Resorts Public Company Limited, the flagship hospitality arm of Singha Estate PCL, is gearing up for a defining year...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 15, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotel Group has triumphed again at the Travel Weekly Asia 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards, after it was named as the “Best...
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Madrid, Spain, December 16, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / After partnering back in May for a campaign asking the world to be patient, responsible and “travel tomorrow”, the World Tourism Organization...
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London, United Kingdom, December 15, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The UK government and the EU must agree a deal over Brexit to save and secure millions of Travel & Tourism...
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Macao, Macao SAR, December 14, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Global Tourism Economy Forum · Macao 2020, “GTEF” or the “Forum”, was held smoothly on 9th December, bringing together around...
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Tbilisi, Georgia, December 14, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO is moving ahead with plans to revise its strategic collaboration with the private sector. This follows up on the commitment made...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 14, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Top 25 Restaurants, published by Travelindex Media Group and the world’s first and only restaurant guide based on AI, is proud to...
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Berlin, Germany, December 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / At the ITB Virtual Convention on ITB.com, industry experts talked about how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted on sustainability efforts in the...
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Geneva, Switzerland, December 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The COVID-19 pandemic has wrought economic and social disruption worldwide. As people and businesses focus on recovery, governments must ensure that innovation...
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Lisbon, Portugal, December 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Global Tourism Crisis Committee has met for the last time in 2020, to continue advancing coordination and cooperation among all parts...
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Macao, Macao SAR, December 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Global Tourism Economy Forum Macao 2020 (“GTEF” or “the Forum”) was unveiled at MGM Macau. Under the new normal of...
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Denpasar, Bali, December 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has concluded a first in-person visit to Bali since the start of the pandemic. The delegation met with key figures from...
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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, December 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Presidential candidate of One Seychelles political party in the just concluded elections held in October 2020 and Former Tourism Minister, Alain...
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London, United Kingdom, December 9, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, today unveils a major new...
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Madrid, Spain, December 9, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Ensuring accessibility for tourists with specific access requirements can be a ‘game changer’ for destinations around the world as they look to...
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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, December 8, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The recent announcement that tourism personality Alain St. Ange had retired from politics was reported on in the four corners of...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 8, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the launch of PATA Marketplace, a digital showroom exclusive for PATA members...
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Singapore, Singapore, December 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The latest Cornell Hotel Sustainability Benchmarking (CHSB) Index has just been released. With over 14,000 participants from 55 countries, this seventh iteration...
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London, United Kingdom, December 5, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / International business travel could restart if agreement is secured to safeguard journeys of up to 72-hours free from quarantines, says the...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 4, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / COVID-19 has and will continue to accelerate the development of technologies and solutions that will transform our daily lives, and travel and...
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Madrid, Spain, December 4, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / With the aim of establishing actions and commitments to restart international travel, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Spanish...
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Madrid, Spain, December 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The number of destinations closed to international tourism has continued to fall. According to the eighth edition of the UNWTO Travel Restrictions...
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Bangkok, Thailand, December 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit announces its cooperation with 5 leading business and strategic partners for Tourism 2021 recovery plan with the launching...
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Seville, Spain, December 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2020 celebrated its first edition, which took place in Seville from 25 to 27 November. Three days...
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Chatswood, NSW, Australia, December 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH) has appointed Helena Egan and Shaun Vorster to its Executive Board, effective...
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Macao, Macao SAR, December 1, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Global Tourism Economy Forum · Macao 2020 will be held in Macao on 9 December. Under the theme of “Solidarity...
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Madrid, Spain, November 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Committee for the Development of an International Code for the Protection of Tourists has met for a second time, bringing the...
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Udon Thani, the city of Mee Khit cloth and magnificent nature. Visit various attractions such as “Sam Tam Khao Reservoir”, “Ban Non Kok Community”, and pay respect to the Buddha...
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Geneva, Switzerland, November 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced leadership changes approved by the 76th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM). Robin Hayes, CEO of...
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Bangkok, Thailand, November 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel. Throughout December, Anantara Siam is hosting a wealth of...
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Tunis, Tunisia, November 28, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has met with H.E. Kais Saied, President of Tunisia, and his Head of government...
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Ban Tha Ranae Community – Amazing mangrove forest. Start the first day at Ban Tha Ranae community, a tourism community full of natural wonders. The mangrove forest here is divided...
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Visit Huai Sam Kha Reservoir Project which operated under the Royal Agricultural Water Resources Development Project of King Rama IX. Water resources development for agriculture project according to the royal...
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Geneva, Switzerland, November 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it is in the final development phase of the IATA Travel Pass, a digital...
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Berlin, Germany, November 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / From 9 to 12 March the who’s who of the global B2B travel industry will meet at ITB Berlin NOW – A...
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Montevideo, Uruguay, November 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has concluded his official visit to the Americas with a series of high-level meetings...
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Somdej Phra Suriyothai Monument. Makhamyong Monkey Cheeks Project under the Royal Initiative of King Rama IX. The trip begins at Somdej Phra Suriyothai Monument in the area of Makhamyong Monkey...
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Kaem Ling Nong Yai – Generosity of King Rama IX – The first Kaem Ling project in Thailand. The first check-in point of this trip, we will take you to...
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Macao, Macao SAR, November 25, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Macao Special Administrative Region Government launched the “Tour Macao Carnival” early this month to spotlight Macao as a safe destination,...
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Geneva, Switzerland, November 24, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The COVID-19 crisis has exacerbated vulnerabilities in food systems – highlighting the insecurity of rural livelihoods, the tragedy of food waste, and...
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London, United Kingdom, November 24 / TRAVELINDEX / The UK government’s latest move that will slash the travel quarantine lockdown if passengers test negative on the fifth day, will provide...
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Brasilia, Brazil, November 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with the Government of Brazil to help...
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Madrid, Spain, November 20, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Ambassadors to Spain from the region of Europe gathered today for a high-level meeting with the Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization...
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Geneva, Switzerland, November 20, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum announced today that 36 cities across 22 countries and six continents have agreed to pioneer a new roadmap...
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Mumbai, India, November 19, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Due to the ongoing travel restrictions and the circumstances around the current pandemic situation, ITB India organiser has decided to hold the...
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Cancun, Mexico, November 19, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The first major conference in the “new normal” of the COVID-19 world will take place in Cancun, Mexico on 23-25 March 2021,...
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Bethesda, Maryland, United States, November 18, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB) and six industry-leading hotel operators today jointly announced the launch of Curator Hotel & Resort...
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Madrid, Spain, November 19, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Sommet Education launched the Hospitality Challenge. This was designed to identify ideas and individuals capable of...
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London, United Kingdom, November 18, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “The opening of an ‘air corridor’ between the UK and the UAE is great...
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Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand, November 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Gems Mining Pool Villas Pattaya threw a sparklingly extravagant grand opening at the resort on 12 November 2020. The grand...
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The Covid-19 has brought so many changes to the world, including Events, Festivals and Awards season. The 2020 International Tourism Film Festival Awards was held as a virtual, digital Event,...
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Hua Hin, Thailand, November 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Pioneering healthy and active lifestyle community Banyan Hua Hin has unveiled the “Banyan Privilege Club Golf Classic” at its award-winning course,...
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Seville, Spain, November 16, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism recovery is possible if countries start collaborating and developing systems to ensure a safe travel and experience through antigen tests or...
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London, United Kingdom, November 16, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, presents its second in a...
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Madrid, Spain, November 13, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has once again brought leaders from across the sector together for high-level talks aimed at strengthening cooperation...
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New York City, New York, United States, 13 November 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Sustainable Aviation Fuels as a Pathway to Net-Zero Aviation Report shows that a transition to carbon-neutral...
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London, United Kingdom, November 12, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / In a joint statement issued today, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) highlight the importance of...
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Washington DC, United States, November 12, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A staggering 9.2 million jobs could be lost in the U.S. Travel & Tourism sector in 2020 if barriers to...
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Madrid, Spain, November 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The 42nd Affiliate Members’ Plenary Session is being held on November 5-6, 2020, in Madrid under the unprecedented circumstances due to the...
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Kennedy Space Center, Florida, United States, November 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The prospects of a robotic manufacturing base operating off Earth is not as far-fetched an idea as it...
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London, United Kingdom, November 9, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The City of London Corporation, in collaboration with the Green Finance Institute, and supported by the World Economic Forum, is hosting...
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Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States, November 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park just welcomed a baby white rhinoceros to the family, boosting efforts to save...
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Windhoek, Namibia, November 6, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has paid a first visit to an African Member State since the start of...
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Geneva, Switzerland, November 6, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that passenger demand in September remained highly depressed. Total demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers...
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Madrid, Spain, November 5, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Ubuntu: Africa Invites You To Live campaign, developed by ATREVIA, a global Communication and Strategic Positioning company, won the Inspiration Africa...
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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, November 5, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Seychelles former and most popular Tourism Minister Alain St.Ange, who made a bid for the highest office for Tourism Ministers...
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Bangkok, Thailand, November 4, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Established in 1993, IT&CMA is at the forefront of fostering MICE growth opportunities for the Asia-Pacific and beyond. Its multi-faceted programme engages...
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Madrid, Spain, November 4, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourists are to be given greater legal protection as consumers under new plans being advanced by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). With...
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London, United Kingdom, November 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Iceland, Argentina, Kazakhstan, Colombia and Turks and Caicos are the latest major destinations to adopt the World Travel & Tourism Council’s...
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Singapore, Singapore, November 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The double-bill trade event, IT&CM Asia and CTW APAC, will maintain its presence this year amid ongoing travel restrictions with a virtual...
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Lisbon, Portugal, November 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Turismo de Portugal is the official Portuguese Tourism Board, responsible for the promotion, development and sustainability of tourist activity in the country....
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Madrid, Spain, November 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Restrictions on travel introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic continue to hit global tourism hard, with the latest data from the...
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London, United Kingdom, October 30,2020 / TRAVELINDEX / New figures from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reveal that despite a slight improvement since June, a staggering 174m Travel...
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Madrid, Spain, October 29, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The United Nations, of which UNWTO is proud to be a part, was established to promote peace among nations and allow us...
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London, United Kingdom, October 28, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “The opening of ‘air corridors’ between the UK and the Canary Islands, the Greek...
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Bangkok, Thailand, October 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has taken the bold move to make significant changes to the design of its organisational governance...
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Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain, October 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Canary Islands has been confirmed as the latest member of the growing International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories...
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Denpasar, Bali, October 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The island’s once-thriving MICE sector will play a significant role, more so than the leisure sector, in the government’s tourism recovery plan....
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Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, October 24, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Following the resolution of the Mayor’s office of Nur-Sultan, Astana Convention Bureau LLP and Astana Invest LLP have been merged and continue...
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Singapore, Singapore, October 24, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / ITB Asia, Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show, successfully concluded today rounding off the first virtual event in its 13-year history. The highly-anticipated...
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Hua Hin, Thailand, October 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Banyan Thailand, the active lifestyle community in Hua Hin, has come together with a series of prestigious tourism and leisure partners...
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London Heathrow Airport, United Kingdom, October 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Travel industry executives met at London Heathrow Airport as part of a transatlantic trial of CommonPass, a digital health...
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Fukuoka, Japan, October 22, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts continues to expand its portfolio in Japan with the launch of Best Western Plus Fukuoka Tenjin-minami —...
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Monrovia, Liberia, October 22, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / One of the main attractions of Liberia is its coastal tourism product. In recent years, several initiatives have been undertaken to develop...
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London, United Kingdom, October 21, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “It is very encouraging to see the door beginning to open to allow airport...
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Madrid, Spain, October 21, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Consistent and harmonized travel protocols, enhanced safety measures and the protection of jobs and livelihoods are the main ingredients needed for the...
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Bangkok, Thailand, October 20, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / mu Space revealed the space technology development plan after the press conference of MoU signing between TOT and muSpace for advancement of...
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Bangkok, Thailand, October 20, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting the “Delightful Colours of the River, Loi Krathong Celebrations 2020” in Ayutthaya and five...
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Madrid, Spain, October 19, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) will work alongside the Expedia Group to strengthen ties between the public and private sectors and drive...
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London, United Kingdom, October 19, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council is to spearhead a major global drive to revive international travel with the public and...
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New York City, New York, USA, October 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / An overwhelming majority of US and Canadian travelers (99 percent) are eager to travel again, with 70 percent...
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Nassau, Bahamas, October 16, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Peru, Bahamas and Puerto Rico are the latest destinations to use the world’s first ever global safety and hygiene stamp, launched earlier...
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Victoria,Mahé, Seychelles, October 16, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Presidential Debates were a momentous step forward for our fragile democracy. My only regret was that there were no questions pertaining...
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Brussels, Belgium, October 15, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has led a high-level delegation to Brussels for a series of meetings aimed at...
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London, United Kingdom, October 14, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Travel Association, ABTA,  has published a new report which sets out how the devastating impact of the global pandemic has...
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, October 13, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Ethiopian Airlines Group is pleased to announce that it will cover the medical insurance including repatriation, evacuation and quarantine costs related...
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Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, October 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / In a historic first, G20 Tourism Ministers hosted more than 45 CEOs and Members of WTTC, who presented their...
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Geneva, Switzerland, October 9, 2020 / AIRLINEHUB / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) demonstrated the low incidence of inflight COVID-19 transmission with an updated tally of published cases. Since...
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Valletta, Malta, October 12, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / SUNx Malta goes live with its two practical programs to support company and community Climate Friendly Travel strategic transformation – linking our...
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism Ministers of the G20 nations have committed to stepping up their efforts to place sustainability and inclusion at the heart...
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Madrid, Spain, October 8, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Millions of jobs are at risk. Tourism is a major driver of the world economy, accounting for 7% of international trade. Globally,...
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Lucerne-Bürgenstock, October 8, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum is pleased to announce that it will hold its Annual Meeting 2021 in Lucerne-Bürgenstock, Switzerland, from 18 to 21...
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Jakarta, Indonesia, October 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Republic of Indonesia has become the first signatory of the Framework Convention on Tourism Ethics, the landmark instrument created to ensure...
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London, United Kingdom, October 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), signed a memorandum of collaboration...
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Geneva, Switzerland, October 6, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that the airline industry will burn through $77 billion in cash during the second half...
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Madrid, Spain, October 8, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Ahead of the G20 summit of the world’s largest economies, which includes a dedicated tourism segment, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has...
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Brussels, Belgium, October 5, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / With less than 90 days to go before the year-end holiday season, European aviation bodies have intensified their call to replace quarantine...
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Mountain View, California, USA, October 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is to work with California-based Eightfold.ai to help connect tourism jobseekers with employers and so...
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Beijing, China, October 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / All Tourism Professionals worldwide are welcome to join the BUZZ Expo China Summit – a truly unique digital trade show for the...
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London, United Kingdom, October 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, President & CEO, WTTC said: WTTC welcomes the outcome of the latest meeting of EU Tourism Ministers as they...
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Geneva, Switzerland, October 1, 2020 / AIRLINEHUB / Despite the current crisis facing the global aviation industry, its commitment to pursuing sustainability remains strong, particularly as the sector starts to...
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Rome, Italy, October 1, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding...
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London, United Kingdom, September 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A major social media campaign has today been launched to raise awareness of  the wide-ranging social benefits of travel by the...
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Madrid, Spain, September 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism’s many benefits must be felt outside of urban areas for the sector to fulfil its potential to provide opportunities for all:...
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London, United Kingdom, September 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), today unveils a new report that explores the implications of the trends for each...
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Yokohama, Japan, September 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts has continued to expand its portfolio in Japan with the launch of Best Western Hotel Fino Shin-Yokohama...
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Pattaya, Thailand, September 29, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The African gems mining-inspired resort announces its opening and reveals its introductory rates. The Gems Mining Pool Villas Pattaya sets its opening...
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Valletta, Malta, September 28, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Earlier this month, the Secretary General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres issued a policy brief on the important role of Tourism,...
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Madrid, Spain, September 28, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Advancing digitalization will be key to adapting to the new tourism environment. The Covid-19 crisis has disproportionately affected tourism, a sector that...
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Madrid, Spain, September 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / For the past 40 years, World Tourism Day has highlighted the power of tourism to touch on almost every part of our...
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New York City, NY, USA, September 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / In the 40 years since the very first World Tourism Day, much has changed. Demand for travel has soared....
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Madrid, Spain, September 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The EBRD and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) are joining forces to promote sustainable tourism, accelerate the transfer of climate finance and...
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The Hague, Netherlands, September 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / As political leaders seek to engage the private sector in making the European Union’s $1 trillion Green Deal initiative a reality,...
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New York City, NY, USA, September 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / During the Climate Week NYC and in the side-lines of UN General Assembly, SUNx Malta launched a Climate Friendly...
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Madrid, Spain, September 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / As growing numbers of countries around the world ease restrictions on travel, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has launched a new Tourism...
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Macao, Macao SAR, September 25, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Vice-Chairman and Secretary-General of the Global Tourism Economy Forum, Pansy Ho gave a virtual keynote at 2020 Sino-European Entrepreneurs Summit: Qingdao...
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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, September 25, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / As the world marks yet again Tourism Day it is important for us in Seychelles to say “Happy Tourism Day” to...
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Bangkok, Thailand, September 24, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / With all the recent discussions on whether Thai caddies should be compulsory, well over 2/3rds of golfers polled in thaivisa’s Golf in...
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Pattaya, Thailand, September 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts expansion in Thailand has taken a significant stride forward with the opening of Best Western Plus Nexen....
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New York, USA, September 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum today released a set of universal environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics and disclosures to measure stakeholder...
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Borneo, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, September 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Everland llc, the agency exclusively representing InfiniteEARTH’s Rimba Raya Biodiversity Reserve in Borneo, is pleased to announce that Rimba Raya...
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Buenos Aires, Argentina, September 22, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The 2020 edition of World Tourism Day will celebrate the unique role that tourism plays in providing opportunities outside of big...
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London, United Kingdom, September 21, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is delighted to announce that in just three short months, 100 destinations are now...
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New York, NY, United States, September 19, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council presents its first in a series of Travel & Tourism focused virtual events...
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Malaga, Spain, September 18, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pandemic hit the travel and tourism industry the hardest around the globe. During this most difficult time, Skål International has been...
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Tbilisi, Georgia, September 18, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Executive Council of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has met in-person and virtually for its 112th session. This was the first...
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Montreal, Canada, September 18, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urges the Canadian government to support the COVID-19 testing initiatives of Air Canada and WestJet as...
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Madrid, Spain, September 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / International tourist arrivals plunged 93% in June when compared to 2019, with the latest data from the World Tourism Organization showing the...
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New York, NY, USA, September 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / President Bill Clinton and Chelsea Clinton will virtually convene members of the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Action Network — leaders...
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Geneva, Switzerland, September 16, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum announced today the co-chairs of the annual Sustainable Development Impact Summit The summit’s fourth year comes at a...
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Madrid, Spain, September 15, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / As restrictions on travel begin to ease globally, destinations around the world are focusing on growing domestic tourism, with many offering incentives...
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New York, USA, September 14, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, distributed ledger technologies and quantum are increasingly being used by financial services firms...
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London, United Kingdom, September 14, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: The World Travel & Tourism Council shares the dismay and severe disappointment of thousands...
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Macao, Macao SAR, September 12, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Vice-Chairman and Secretary-General of the Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF), Pansy Ho gave a keynote speech at the World Conference on...
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Bangkok, Thailand, September 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is organising the ‘Expat Travel Deal 2020’ to offer domestic tourism promotions for expatriate residents to...
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Madrid, Spain, September 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A majority of destinations around the world (53%) have now started easing travel restrictions introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Though...
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Oakland, California, United States, September 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Deem, a leading mobile and cloud technology provider for the corporate travel industry, today announced its partnership with GeoSure, the...
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London, United Kingdom, September 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Airport testing pilot corridor between London and New York could herald the return of international travel Global inbound business travel contributes more...
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Geneva, Switzerland, September 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to begin careful planning with industry stakeholders to ensure full preparedness when vaccines for...
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London, United Kingdom, September 9, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, President & CEO WTTC, said: WTTC is encouraged the government is beginning to listen and has now introduced its...
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London, United Kingdom, September 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Following the recent announcement that Delta Air Lines has joined American Airlines and United Airlines in scrapping a range of ticket-change...
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London, United Kingdom, September 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said: “WTTC shares the bewilderment of British holidaymakers and those working throughout the Travel &...
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Haikou, Hainan, China, September 5, 2020 / MYGOLFWORLD / Abeles will be delivering the keynote address at WGE to be staged at the Mission Hills Golf Resort on Haikou, Hainan...
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Singapore, Singapore, July 30, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / GSTC extends its recognition to include sustainable tourism management systems. Greenview Portal is the first sustainable tourism management system for multi-site businesses...
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Berlin, Germany, July 29, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / ITB Berlin is to publish a special study by IPK on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on international travel behaviour –...
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New York City, New York, United States, July 28, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The United Nations announced today that it is teaming up with Sustainable First, the platform dedicated to...
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Shanghai, China, August 12, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / With the gradual mitigation of the pandemic outbreak, the willingness of Chinese tourists to travel is rising every day as a recent...
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London, Great Britain, August 11, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The entire WTTC family expresses its heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the passengers, crew and the family and friends of those...
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Berlin, Germany, August 10, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The hospitality industry is facing turbulent times: On 11 August (2 – 4 p.m. CET) ITB Berlin will launch its next round...
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London, United Kingdom, August 8, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Popular holiday destinations Sri Lanka and Grenada, are among the latest destinations to begin using the world’s first ever global safety...
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London, Great Britain, August 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Nearly three million jobs in the UK – and 197 million worldwide in the Travel & Tourism sector globally – look...
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Shanghai, China, August 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The organizers of ITB China, China’s largest B2B exclusive travel trade show, announced the launch of the ITB China Industry MeetUp, at...
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Geneva, Switzerland, August 7, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Muhammad Albakri, IATA’s Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East (AME), will...
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London, United Kingdom, August 6, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO said “WTTC is calling upon Governments around the world to begin a substantial programme of...
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Madrid, Spain, August 6, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is calling on destinations to recognize the needs of travellers with disabilities or specific access requirements as...
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Bangkok, Thailand, August 6, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has today become a signatory of the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative, led by the United Nations...
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Bangkok, Thailand, August 5, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / In the afternoon of Tuesday, August 25th , the Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office is hosting a half-day Virtual Destination Mekong Summit, organized...
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Bangkok, Thailand, August 4, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Capella Bangkok is now accepting reservations for stays from October 1st 2020. The highly anticipated opening is Capella Hotels and Resorts’ first...
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San Francisco, California, United States, August 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Those who contracted COVID-19 are experiencing what it’s like to have a condition that is difficult to diagnose without...
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Madrid, Spain, August 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The enormous toll of COVID-19 on international tourism has now become clear, with World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) data showing the cost up...
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London, Great Britain, August 1, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled its Insurance Guidelines to rebuild global consumer confidence to help encourage the...
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Grütli, Seelisberg, Uri, Switzerland. August 1, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291 Since 1891, the first of August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day....
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Okinawa, Japan, July 31, 2020 / travelindex / The Best Western Okinawa Onna Beach in Okinawa, Japan, continues to show its commitment to supporting the local community through creative and...
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Bangkok, Thailand, August 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Golf plays a huge part in Thailand’s tourist industry, in fact, over 700,000 international golf vacationers spent their tourist dollars coming to...
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London, United Kingdom, August 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A staggering £22 billion looks set to be lost from the UK economy due to the collapse of international travel during...
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Cairo, Egypt, August 26, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A high-level delegation from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has concluded an official visit to Egypt to offer firm support for the...
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New York City, New York, United States, August 25, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Policy Brief provides an overview of the socio-economic impacts from the pandemic on tourism, including on...
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Bangkok, Thailand, August 25, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will be announcing the PATA Gold Awards 2020 live during Virtual PTM 2020. Supported and sponsored...
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Sunway City Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, August 24, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat, Sunway Hotels & Resorts’ naturally luxurious wellness resort in Ipoh, Malaysia, is inviting guests to...
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London, United Kingdom, August 22, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A new in-depth data dashboard highlighting the recovery of travel demand across flights and hotels, as well as revealing the shifting...
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London, United Kingdom, August 21 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Croatia, Ecuador and Ghana are the latest in a long line of major destinations to use the world’s first ever global...
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Montreal, Canada, August 20, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released an airline self-assessment health checklist to support the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Take-off: Guidance...
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Madrid, Spain, August 20, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The cost of the restrictions on travel introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is there for all to see. Between January...
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Washington D.C., United States, August 19, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Today, Trade & Travel (T&T) announced that the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global Travel &...
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Glion, Switzerland, August 18, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Sommet Education are calling on career climbers and switchers, entrepreneurs and innovators to put themselves forward...
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Tokyo, Japan, August 18, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts announces the opening of the Best Western Hotel Fino Tokyo Akasaka, located at 3-7-12, Akasaka, Tokyo. The...
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Bangkok, Thailand, August 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) today announced that Virtual PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2020 will take place from September 23 – 27. Virtual PTM...
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Valetta, Malta, August 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / SUNx Malta is working to build a “Climate Friendly Travel” future – Low-carbon: SDG-linked: Paris 1.5 trajectory. Our goal is to help...
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London, United Kingdom, August 17, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / No response from the UK Government to the letter signed by 100+ of the most influential CEOs. Gloria Guevara, WTTC President...
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Bangkok, Thailand, August 15, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, a new luxury hotel and wellness destination, set in the centre of Bangkok’s newly developed upscale residential extension...
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Hua Hin, Thailand, August 14, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Pioneering luxury real estate development, Banyan Residences, is fighting back against Covid-19 by refocusing its strategy to concentrate on the fast-growing...
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London, United Kingdom, August 13, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has urgently called on the UK government for strong leadership and unprecedented international collaboration,...
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London, United Kingdom, September 4, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled the latest set of measures designed to rebuild global consumer confidence, reduce...
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Valletta, Malta, September 4, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / At a press conference at the Gozo Campus of the Institute for Tourism Studies, Minister for Tourism and Consumer Protection Julia Farrugia...
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Washington D.C., United States, September 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A devastating $155 billion looks set to be lost from the U.S. economy due to the collapse of international travel...
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Bangkok, Thailand, September 3, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A 32-kilometre motorway opening in Thailand’s rapidly developing Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) will significantly enhance access to a broad range of new...
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Paris, France, September 2, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) have published a set of recommendations for safely...
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Geneva, Switzerland, September 1, 2020 / AIRLINEHUB / The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling on governments to work together to urgently find ways to re-establish global connectivity by...
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Berlin, Germany, August 31, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX /  €104.1 million a day being lost to the German economy. A devastating €38 billion looks set to be lost from the German...
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Madrid, Spain, August 31, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / If tourism brings us together, then travel restrictions keep us apart. More importantly, restrictions on travel also prevent tourism from delivering on...
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Bangkok, Thailand, August 28, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce several exciting promotions for guests attending the 56th Thai Teaw Thai fair, Thailand’s...
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Paris, France, August 28, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / A staggering €48 billion looks set to be lost from the French economy due to the collapse of international travel during 2020,...
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New York, United States, August 27, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / 26 forward-looking companies, cities, and organizations across the US announced they will help combat extreme heat and wildfires, as well...
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Nur-Sultan (Kazakhstan) – August 30, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Leading speakers on tourism trends and insights are set to gather in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan for the PTM Forums taking place during PATA...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 29, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Restaurant Savelberg Thailand in collaboration with Oriental Residence Bangkok invites guests to enjoy an exclusive dining experience. Diners will delight in a...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 29, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has begun using the online tourism management system ‘Local Kit’, as part of its ongoing efforts...
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Luang Prabang (Laos) – August 28, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Pullman Luang Prabang has steadily immersed itself in the city’s already thriving eco-tourism and sustainability scene since launching in 2018. By...
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Phuket (Thailand) – August 28, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Thai-Chinese Property Holdings joins hands with Aplan Properties in the launch of an upscale property Radisson Phuket Mai Khao Beach, located on...
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Lucerne (Switzerland) – August 27, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Together with Tata Trusts, the Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), the World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) is looking for start-ups based in...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 27, 2019 (travelindex.com) –Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 launches 9/9/19 promotion with a 19% discount on the existing promotions for all five room types on the...
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Singapore (Singapore) – August 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Over 20 knowledge sessions will take place across the 3-day IT&CM Asia and CTW Asia-Pacific that sees dedicated tracks targeting various interest...
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Winnipeg (Canada) – August 23, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Alain St. Ange is one of the most sought-after speakers on the world stage on the topic of tourism, and he was...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 22, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Iconsiam Superlux Residence has announced that The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok have launched in spectacular style. The first Mandarin Oriental branded...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 22, 2019 (travelindex.com) – In a first for the World Gourmet Festival, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel will showcase the City of Angels’ enviable status as the...
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Phuket (Thailand) – August 20, 2019 (travelindex) – Boat Lagoon Resort in Phuket, because of its location is often a miss for many tourist that plan a trip to Phuket...
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Singapore (Singapore) – August 19, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The inaugural MICE Show Asia, taking place alongside ITB Asia 2019 in Singapore between 16-18 October, will have as its theme ‘Winning...
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Melaka (Malaysia) – August 21 2019 (travelindex.com) – Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Melaka was proud to once again be part of the nations’ 62nd National day celebrations. Marking the beginning...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 19, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has unveiled an appetizing new offer at Vīb Best Western Sanam Pao, giving Best Western Rewards members...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 16, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is launching its latest promotional initiative, ‘TAT Mobile Car’, to proactively provide tourism information and promote...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 15, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has revealed a series of exciting promotions for guests at Thai Teaw Thai #52 (from August 29...
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Lanark, Scotland (United Kingdom) – August 15, 2019 (travelindex.com) –  Sunderland of Scotland, the leading technical golfwear brand reveals its collection for Autumn Winter 2019. The men’s collection combines a...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – August 14, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Tourism must be taken seriously. Praslin and La Digue Islands will see new challenges soon if landing fee proposals become a...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 14, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Choose the finest gift for Mooncake Lovers at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel during this Mid-Autumn Festival. Designed by PELLEVAH, the Mooncake Lover...
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Phuket (Thailand) – August 13, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket received 5 prestigious awards at the 2019 World Luxury Spa and Restaurants...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 12, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce that Thailand has added five new national parks around the country during...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Nirvana Daii PLC unveils its most ultra-luxury project yet, “Banyan Tree Residences Riverside Bangkok” in the Grand Opening event, highlighting its promise...
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Siem Reap (Cambodia) – August 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Golfasian and Fore Management Group are delighted to announce the launch of the Asia Golf Championship, a series of four golf...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 8, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts celebrates the continued success of its industry-leading loyalty program, Best Western Rewards, which has earned a top...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 7, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Welcome to the first Merdeces-AMG performance center in Thailand with a three-storey showroom by BKK Autohaus Kanchanapisek. Mercedes has high ambitions for...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – August 6, 2019 (travelindex) – IT&CM Asia and CTW Asia-Pacific 2019 will feature a re-designed programme with proven engagement activities aimed at fostering new avenues of lead...
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Singapore (Singapore) – August 5, 2019 (travelindex) – After the very successful launch in 5 cities across Asia, Travelindex is announcing the launch of its “Top 25 Restaurants Guides” in...
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Singapore (Singapore) – August 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Singapore’s heritage treasure invites guests and visitors to experience a new era of unparalleled luxury. Raffles Singapore is delighted to officially announce...
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Mumbai (India) – August 2, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), South Asia’s largest hospitality company and Swiss institution Les Roches Global Hospitality Education, ranked number 3...
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Tokyo (Japan) – August 1, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts is inviting its guests to visit Japan this August, with an enticing new promotion at its nationwide...
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Marbella (Spain) – August 1, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Anantara announces its first footstep in Spain, with the opening of Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavis Marbella Resort, a palazzo style oasis...
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Danang (Vietnam) – July 31, 2019 (travelindex.com) –Centara Hotels and Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is inviting families to enjoy fun-filled holidays together on the serene shores of Vietnam this...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 30, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Venushe Wickramarathne as Regional Director of Commercial – Asia,...
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Brussels (Belgium ) – July 29, 2019 (travelindex.com) – At the European Parliament in Brussels this week, there was a Round Table discussion among MEPs and Tourism stakeholders on Climate...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – F1 in Schools Thailand, led by CEO and President Dr. Chakraphad Pitakthararuay, staged a “Gathering of the Champions” event to recognize members...
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Male (Maldives) – July 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Maldives, the world’s tropical paradise, is about to become even more magical with the grand opening of Crossroads by Singha Estate...
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Dubai (United Arab Emirates) – July 24, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) enjoys a reputation for being a food paradise and industry stats back that up. According...
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Singapore (Singapore) – July 23, 2019 (travelindex.com) – ITB Asia, Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show, is set to deliver another year of thought-provoking and inspiring content to industry practitioners as...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 22, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Travellers can now discover the uniquely local and diverse charms of Thailand’s capital city with the opening of Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok hotel,...
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Reno Tahoe, Nevada (United States) – July 19, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Northern Nevada’s twin sporting destination of Reno Tahoe will host the 12th annual North America Golf Tourism Convention (NAC)...
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Loisaba Conservancy (Kenya) – July 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Elewana Collection is proud to announce the opening of Elewana Loisaba Lodo Springs in Loisaba Conservancy bringing the total number of...
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Koh Samui (Thailand) – July 17, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott International, announced its continued brand evolution with a new Discover This Way marketing campaign that reinforces...
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Surat Thani (Thailand) – July 16, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Anurak Community Lodge in Surat Thani province, southern Thailand, has won the 2019 Skal Asian Area Award – Environment Category. The...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – July 15, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The well known and popular Patrick Victor has been proposed as Ambassador at Large for Seychelles. Though the confirmation of the...
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Mumbai (India) – July 12, 2019 (travelindex.com) – South Asia’s largest hospitality company has today announced the launch of a scholarship in partnership with the ESSEC Business School in France...
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Basel (Switzerland) – July 11, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Baselworld has become a Commercial Member of CIBJO (acronym for «Confédération Internationale de Bijouterie, Joaillerie, Orfèvrerie, des diamants, Perles et Pierres»), the...
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Geneva (Switzerland) – July 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Tourism’s unique potential as a tool for driving the global sustainable development agenda has taken center stage at a special event hosted...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 12, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 announces a culinary collaboration with Chef Simone Finetti. Ranked as the 8th finalist in the famous TV...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 11, 2019 (travelindex.com) –  Gearing up to mark its 60th anniversary in 2020, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has reaffirmed its commitment to making travel...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 10, 2019 (travelindex) – The House on Sathorn today announced the opening of Paii, heralding a new chapter in the culinary offering of the historic, 130-year...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 11, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has added a new destination to its Thailand collection with the launch of a...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT) and the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT), at the office of the Tourism...
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Kuching, Sarawak (Malaysia) – July 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – With the royal attendance of Duli Yang Maha Mulia (HRH) Seri Paduka Baginda Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah...
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Dubai (United Arab Emirates) – July 8, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) of Thailand has selected “Little Bangkok” to be an official restaurant in the Thailand...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar, Thailand’s highest restaurant, and bar are now open at Bangkok’s landmark destination, King Power Mahanakhon. Located in the heart...
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Bangalore (India) – July 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The 48th Skål Asia Congress was officially opened by Skål International President Lavonne Wittman and local tourism dignitaries recently. The congress took...
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Chiang Mai (Thailand) – July 4, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) is joining forces with Chiang Mai province and its private sector to showcase ‘MICE Events...
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Phuket (Thailand) – July 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) – MontAzure, the spectacular lifestyle destination on Phuket’s Kamala Beach, is celebrating the official opening of its latest phase, Twinpalms MontAzure – a...
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Southlake, Texas (United States) – July 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Sabre Corporation, the leading technology provider to the global travel industry, announces the release of Sabre Content Services for Lodging....
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Bangkok (Thailand) – July 1, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The epic eight-day journey set off from Bangkok on Friday, 21 June and will have covered 3,000 km by the time it...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Companies from across the ASEAN region are attending Techsauce Global Summit, which took place at Centara Grand, CentralWorld, Bangkok. Now in its...
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Phu Quoc (Vietnam) – June 28, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts hosted an exclusive media familiarization (fam) trip to Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s picturesque “Pearl Island”, allowing key...
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Jakarta (Indonesia) – June 28, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Indonesian government is hard at work in making the country the largest digital economy in Southeast Asia. One of their efforts...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 27, 2019 (travelindex.com)-Mӧvenpick Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok in the Thai capital. Nestled in the heart of Sukhumvit, the...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – One of the ASEAN region’s youngest entrepreneurs, KIDLetCoin CEO and Co-Founder, 10-year-old Kaede Takenaka, spoke about blockchain and cryptocurrencies at this year’s...
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Dubai (United Arab Emirates) – June 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Hotel Show Dubai will be celebrating its 20th edition during the Middle East Design and Hospitality Week 2019 taking...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, led by Mohammed Wazir, Hotel Manager, and Jan van Dyk, Executive Chef, recently announced the annual culinary event,...
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Malta (Valletta) – June 24, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Government of Malta, through the Ministry for Tourism has just agreed with SUNx (Strong Universal Network) to take the lead in...
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Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) – June 21, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The prestigious Haute Grandeur Global Awards is a red-carpet event without compare, seen as one of the most coveted invitations on...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 21, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Exchange students from EduDee recently participated in a special cooking course at Blue Elephant Cooking School and Restaurant under the guidance of...
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Angeles City (Philippines) – June 21, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts announced today that the rapidly-growing SureStay Hotel Group has reached yet another milestone with the opening...
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Kuching, Sarawak (Malaysia) – June 21, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The 3rd Rainforest Fringe Festival is on from 5th to 12th July 2019 and will showcase all-inclusive programming that is aimed...
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Geneva (Switzerland) – June 20, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on European governments considering a Dutch proposal for an EU-wide tax on air tickets to...
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St. Moritz (Switzerland) – June 20, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Kulm Hotel St. Moritz is offering golfers who love music a perfect holiday combination this summer with a range of...
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Na Jomtien, Pattaya (Thailand) – June 19, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts celebrates the signing of a full management contract for Bluphere, BW Premier Collection by Best...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – June 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Seychelles overseas Tour Operator partners are talking more openly at applicable rates today and do not shy away from reminding...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Swiss Thai Chamber of Commerce (STCC) together with support of the Swiss Society Bangkok, Beluthai and Solvay organised a Luncheon presentation...
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Macau (Macao SAR) – June 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Wynn Palace Cotai will once again host the Sake Feast with International Wine Challenge (IWC), one of the world’s foremost international...
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Madrid (Spain) – June 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in collaboration with Barça Innovation Hub (BIHUB) and with the support of the Qatar National Tourism Council...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 17, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The “First Forum on the Greatest Story in Global History” was recently held at the Arnoma Grand Hotel in Bangkok. Tourism Authority...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 17, 2019 (travelindex.com) – SmartLife SmartHealth is wellness and smart communities for the elderly and senior citizen and expat in Thailand. It offers comprehensive Thailand Longevity...
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Madrid (Spain)– June 14, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Countries around the world are integrating sustainability in their tourism policies but the evidence on the results of their implementation remains limited, research...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 14, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has celebrated the signing of a Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with One Place Estate Co., Ltd. for...
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Koh Samui (Thailand) – June 13, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Sala Samui Chaweng Beach Resort is inviting guests to soothe their bodies and stimulate their senses at the Sala Spa Chaweng,...
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Torremolinos, Malaga (Spain) – June 13, 2019 (travelindex.com) – In its 18th edition, a total of 56 entries from 25 countries are this year competing to win the Sustainable Tourism...
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New York (USA) – June 12, 2019 (travelindex.com) –The World Economic Forum and the United Nations signed today a Strategic Partnership Framework outlining areas of cooperation to deepen institutional engagement...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – June 12, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Last week’s editorial on opening opportunities for Islander Seychellois by ensuring they get access to financing or commercial loans brought the...
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Chiang Mai (Thailand) – June 11, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts’ Asian expansion strategy has reached a new milestone as the group launches its first ever hotel...
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Hua Hin (Thailand) – June 10, 2019 (travelindex.com) – More than 400 participants representing 22 countries played in Thailand for the 2019 Centara World Masters Golf Championship in Hua Hin...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 7, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has adopted a simplified “A-B-C Strategy” to promote emerging tourist destinations by creating inter-linked, theme-related travel...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 6, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce a new organisational partnership with Awecademy, a future-focused educational content provider that...
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Pattaya (Thailand) – June 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Thailand Travel Mart Plus, the country’s leading B2B travel show, opened for business on 5 June 2019, ushering in a new...
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Boulder, Colorado (United States) – June 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Elevating safety awareness and empowering travelers has been central to GeoSure’s mission from the beginning. With 15 million users today...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 4, 2019 (travelindex) – Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok unlocks exciting experiences with its latest room package, ‘Bangkok Getaway‘. You can enjoy an unforgettable time at the tranquil...
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Seoul (South Korea) – June 4, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Lufthansa Group Chief Executive Officer, Carsten Spohr, has assumed his duties as Chairman...
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Cebu (Philippines) – June 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has presented a series of awards to several individuals in recognition for their contributions to the responsible development of...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – June 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Capella Bangkok, the luxurious new boutique retreat nestled on the east bank of the legendary “River of Kings”, the Chao Phraya, will...
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Seoul (South Korea) – June 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The overwhelmingly passed AGM resolution called on Governments to implement the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) as...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 31, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Amazing Thai Taste Festival 2019 is going green this year by asking participants to bring their own food and drink containers...
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Boulder, Colorado (United States) – May 31, 2019 (travelindex.com) – We’re delighted to share some news: GeoSure has just partnered with Adelman Travel, a top 10 travel management company specializing...
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Pattaya (Thailand) – May 30, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The country’s most important B2B travel trade show, the Thailand Travel Mart Plus Amazing Gateway to the Greater Mekong Subregion (TTM+) 2019,...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 29, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Moevenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok, the innovative new health retreat in downtown Bangkok, has announced the appointment of Bruno Huber as its...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 29, 2019 (travelindex) – Summer travel planning is in full swing and as travelers gear up for their perfect escape, Best Western Hotels & Resorts has...
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Luang Prabang (Lao PDR) – May 28, 2019 (travelindex) – In the fast-paced modern world, it is becoming increasingly difficult for meeting planners to achieve their objectives. Stuffy indoor spaces...
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Port-Louis (Mauritius) – May 27, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that the Mauritian Standard on Sustainable Tourism has achieved the ‘GSTC-Recognized Standard’...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 23, 2019 (travelindex.com) – According to the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Tourism Monitor 2019 Early Edition, Asia Pacific destinations collectively received almost 700 million...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 22, 2019 (travelindex.com) – To celebrate 36 years of purveying Bangkok’s most deliciously authentic Thai cuisine, iconic restaurant Spice Market has unveiled an eye-catching line-up of...
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Shanghai (China) – May 24, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Global Tourism Economic Research Centre continues its promotion of Global Tourism Economy Forum at ITB CHINA for consecutive years. Held at Shanghai...
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New York (United States) – May 21, 2019 (travelindex.com) – American Express today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Resy, the digital restaurant reservation booking and management platform....
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Madrid (Spain) – May 17, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The new Observatory is located in the city of La Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a leading tourism destination....
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Melaka (Malaysia) – May 16, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Melaka was honored to host the stay of Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan...
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New York (United States) – May 20, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The day globally recognised as United Nations’ International Day of Living Together in Peace is a day for mobilizing those...
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Prachinburi (Thailand) – May 15, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels & Resorts was recently selected to host a major event designed to showcase the natural beauty and authentic culture...
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Cebu (Philippines) – May 14, 2019  (travelindex.com) – The sold-out PATA Annual Summit 2019 in Cebu, Philippines officially ended over the weekend. The conference featured opinion leaders from both public...
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Pattaya (Thailand) – May 14, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Renowned Southeast Asian boutique hospitality brand, X2 [Cross-To] Resorts, has officially launched its latest boutique resort, X2 Pattaya Oceanphere – a stylish...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – May 13, 2019 (travelindex.com) – A lot of talk about tourism everywhere. The discussions must always be concentrating at trying to consolidate the industry for all...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 13, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The South East Asia Hotel Investors’ Summit returns for its third edition in May and will again feature top executives from both...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 10, 2019 (travelindex.com) – For those looking to get away for the weekend in the heart of Bangkok. The award-winning lifestyle wellness, Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit...
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Singapore (Singapore) – May 10, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Indulge in the very best of contemporary Japanese cuisine. Take delight and relish in quintessential modern Japanese fine dining. Renowned for their...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has held a ground-breaking ceremony for its latest hotel in Bangkok, Best Western Nada Don Mueang, which...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Blue Elephant Cooking School and Restaurant in Phuket was recently the venue for a press conference to announce the upcoming, two-day Peranakan...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Chatrium Hotels and Residences is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Rene Balmer as Group General Manager. Book your Chatrium Hotel...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – May 8, 2019 (travelindex.com) – A recent the quote from President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa during the closing ceremony for the Durban Indaba last week...
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Lucerne (Switzerland) – May 8, 2019 (travelindex.com) – In light of the recent terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka, the Board of World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) made a last-minute decision...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – May 7, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The South East Asia Hotel Investors Summit returns for its third edition in May and will again feature top executives from both...
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Schönenberg (Switzerland) – May 6, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Central Asia is one of the fastest growing tourism regions in the world right now. Visa reform, improved flight connections, reduced bureaucracy,...
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Lucerne (Switzerland) – May 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Innovative digital business models are constantly changing the travel, tourism and hotel industries. This technology-driven change forces organizations to question long-established structures...
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Geneva (Switzerland) – May 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) –WISeKey International Holding Ltd, a leading global cybersecurity, Blockchain and IoT company, WISeCoin AG and the SUNx – Strong Universal Network, announced today...
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Geneva (Switzerland) – May 2, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Founded nearly 400 years ago, Robert & Fils 1630, currently headed by Gilles Robert – representing the 11th generation of watchmakers –...
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Buenos Aires (Argentina) – April 30, 2019 (travelindex.com) –Delegation of Global Tourism Economy Forum (“GTEF” or “the Forum”) recently completed an official visit to Argentina and Brazil,GTEF 2019 Partner Countries....
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Lucerne (Switzerland) – May 01, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Innovative business models are constantly changing the travel, tourism and hotel industries. This technology-driven change forces organizations to question long established structures...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – April 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Culineur, School of Culinary Arts and Entrepreneurship introduces special meeting packages at one of Bangkok’s most strategic locations starting from THB 850....
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Basel (Switzerland) – April 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The LVMH Group has confirmed its participation for Baselworld 2020 within the current framework for its Bvlgari, Hublot, TAG Heuer and Zenith...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – April 24, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Tourism in Seychelles is currently being discussed throughout the islands of Mahe, Praslin and La Digue. Expectations have grown as more...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – April 30, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) is achieving record results from its recent CLMV Road Show 2019 that generated nearly 70...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – April 29, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The launch of the “One Seychelles” Political Party was held on Friday the 26th April and Alain St.Ange, the island’s former...
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Hamburg (Germany) – April 29, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Hamburg has won the bid to host the 2022 conference of the International Society for Hydrocephalus and Cerebrospinal Fluid Disorders (ISHCSF). In...
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Lucerne (Switzerland) – April 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Adventure Travel Technologies (“Adventure”) today announced it has been selected by World Tourism Forum Lucerne as a finalist for the upcoming Start-Up...
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Hagatna, Guam (Micronesia) – April 24, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Flori-Anne dela Cruz, youth representative to the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) Board of Directors, is today named as the 2019 PATA...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – April 24, 2019 (travelindex.com) –The upcoming 60th anniversary of both Tourism Authority of Thailand and Thai Airways International, the two founding pillars of Thai tourism, in 2020...
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Madrid (Spain) – April 23, 2019 (travelindex.com) –The countdown begins for the 5th World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism to be held on 2 and 3 May in Donostia-San Sebastián, organized...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – April 22, 2019 (travelindex.com) –Global hospitality is at a crossroads. In the last 20 years, technology has transformed every aspect of the guest journey, from online bookings...
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Dubai (United Arab Emirates) – April 19, 2019 (travelindex.com) –TIME Hotels, the UAE-headquartered hospitality company and hotel operator, is set to announce plans to open five new properties across the...
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Lucerne (Switzerland) – April 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The World Tourism Forum Lucerne 2019 is going to bridge the silos for three days in early May: academia meets industry, private...
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Prachinburi (Thailand) – April 18, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts is inviting guests to be among the first to experience Tawaravadee Resort, BW Signature Collection by Best...
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Bintan (Indonesia) – April 17, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Award-winning Ria Bintan Golf Club, Bintan, Indonesia, announces a new and bigger term membership programme under their Elite Golf Plan (EGP). This...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – April 17, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Over 20 expert speakers from leading online and supplier brands have been confirmed for the Arrival Asia Pacific in-destination event, which is...
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Marbella (Spain) – April 16, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Minor Hotels and NH Hotel Group are pleased to announce the signing of an agreement to operate the Villa Padierna Palace, a...
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San Juan (Puerto Rico) – April 15, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The 2020 WTTC Global Summit will be hosted by the Government of Puerto Rico’s Tourism Company and Discover Puerto Rico....
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Siem Reap (Cambodia) – April 11, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Cambodia is poised to become a genuine twin-centre golf destination as a result of two announcements made during the 8th annual...
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Seville (Spain) – April 10, 2019 (travelindex.com) – H.E. Gustavo Santos, Minister of Tourism, Government of Argentina, has been awarded a World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Champion Award...
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London (Great Britain) – April 12, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Ever get the feeling that forest fires, record-defying storms, and heavy droughts are more common than they used to be? Or...
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Seville (Spain) – April 11, 2019 (travelindex.com) – H.E. María Reyes Maroto Illera, Minister of Tourism, Government of Spain, has been awarded a World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global...
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Cebu (Philippines) – April 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is proud to announce that Airbnb co-founder, Chief Strategy Officer, and Chairman of Airbnb China, Nathan...
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Seville (Spain) – April 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The world of tourism has just witnessed the 2019 WTTC Summit (World Travel & Tourism Council), the largest gathering of the tourism...
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Madrid (Spain) – April 9, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Basque Culinary Center (BCC), with the support of PromPeru have announced the finalists of the 1st...
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Seville (Spain) – April 8, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Delegation of Global Tourism Economy Research Centre (“GTERC” or “the Centre”) attended the 19th WTTC Global Summit at Seville, Spain to on...
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Luang Prabang (Lao PDR) – April 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The ancient city of Luang Prabang is considered to be the cradle of Lao culture. Nestled in jungle-clad hills at...
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Seville (Spain) – April 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – H.E. Elena Kountoura, Minister of Tourism, Government of Greece, has been awarded a prestigious World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Champion...
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Seville (Spain) – April 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – H.E. María Reyes Maroto Illera, Minister of Tourism, Government of Spain, has been awarded a World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global...
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New York (United States) – April 5, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Skål International CEO, Daniela Otero, met recently with Patricio Azcárate Díaz de Losada, Biosphere Tourism General Manager, with whom we...
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Seville (Spain) – April 4, 2019 (travelindex.com) – During the World Travel and Tourism Council Global Summit in Seville (Spain) meeting between Tourism Minister Najib Balala of Kenya and Alain...
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Seville (Spain) – April 4, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is delighted to announce the 2019 leaders in sustainable tourism at the Tourism for Tomorrow...
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Seville (Spain) – April 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Travel and Tourism generates economic growth, create jobs and reduce poverty. That was the message from Gloria Guevara, President & CEO, World...
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Seville (Spain) – April 4, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced the formation of a global taskforce to help prevent and combat human trafficking...
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Seville (Spain) – April 4, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Speaking today at the WTTC Global Summit in Seville, Professor Geoffrey Lipman, SUNx Co-founder, announced the launch of a Lifetime Learning program...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – April 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) – This coming Thailand’s traditional New Year, Bangkok will see a splendid celebration on the bank Chao Phraya River from  April 11-15 2019...
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London (United Kingdom) – April 3, 2019 (travelindex.com) –Summer season bookings from the UK to European Union countries are lagging 4.6% on last year as Britain prepares for its first...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – April 2, 2019 (travelindex.com) – This issue of our Weekly Tourism Report is being issued as I leave Seychelles for Seville in Spain to participate in...
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Seville (Spain) – April 2, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced a world-class speaker line-up for its Global Summit in Seville starting tomorrow and a...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – March 29, 2019 (travelindex) – An industry innovator and thought leader David Kong is celebrating his 15th year as President and CEO of Best Western Hotels and...
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Nairobi (Kenya) – March 29, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Travel and Tourism in Kenya grew faster than the regional average and significantly above other economies in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to new...
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New York (United States) – March 28, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the International Border Management & Technologies Association (IBMATA) announce a partnership to...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – March 28, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels & Resorts has said a huge “thank you” to its partners and associates in Asia by hosting a glittering...
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Macau (Macao SAR) – March 27, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Led by chef Julien Royer, Odette is the first Singapore restaurant to take the top spot in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants...
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Cairo (Egypt ) – March 27, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Last year saw strong growth for Egyptian Travel & Tourism as it became the fastest-growing country in North Africa, growing by...
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New York (United States) – March 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) is delighted to announce that the 44th President of the United States, President...
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Lucerne (Switzerland) – March 26, 2019 – (travelindex) – Innovative business models constantly disrupt the travel, tourism and hospitality industry, and ongoing automation leads to profound changes in the working...
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Jakarta (Indonesia) – March 26, 2019 – (travelindex.com) – Travel and tourism in Indonesia grew by 7.8% in 2018 – double the global average of 3.9, and ahead of Indonesia’s...
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Cape Town (South Africa ) – March 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Travel and tourism in Africa is booming, growing 5.6% in 2018 compared to the global average of 3.9% and...
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Lucerne (Switzerland) – March 26, 2019 – (travelindex)  –  At the World Tourism Forum Lucerne pulsating workshops, keynotes, pitches and more will revolve around the forces that disrupt the tourism...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – March 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) – Business is elevating Thailand’s fast-growing MICE sector by forming a series of deep partnerships...
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Yangon (Myanmar) – March 23, 2019 (travelindex.com) – With highest regards to lift up hospital standard in Myanmar, Ar Yu International Hospital has been established with a Myanmar – Thai...
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Oslo (Norway) – March 22, 2019 (travelindex.com) – You have enjoyed them, but you might not realize that the orange fish that tantalizes your palates, fulfilled your tummies, and essentially...
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Basel (Switzerland) – March 21, 2019 – (travelindex.com)  – Baselworld 2019 officially opened with a clear signal that it is heading towards a modern future. The ceremonial “Ribbon Cutting” was...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – March 20, 2019 (travelindex) – Experience new journeys in Thailand with this activity—Open the Gate, Open to the New Shades. The Tourism Authority of Thailand has organized...
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Hong Kong (Hong Kong SAR) – March 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – While many observers bemoan the lack of female representation in the restaurant industry, one Hong Kong hospitality group is...
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Angeles City (Philippines) – March 15, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has celebrated the opening of its latest hotel in the Philippines: Best Western Hotel Metro Clark...
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Seoul (Korea, South) – March 15, 2019 (travelindex.com) – As an honorary ambassador of Seoul, global boyband BTS will be featured on the Discover Seoul Pass. The pass is made...
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Rockville, Connecticut (United States) – March 14, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Capitol Hotel is the latest property to join the Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc., a portfolio...
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Berlin (Germany) – March 13, 2019 (travelindex.com) – WTA members include national tourism associations, influential tourism enterprises, academic institutes and other institutions from around the world. Messe Berlin, which is...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – February 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The news that Air Mauritius is facing losses was followed by a number of tourism trade messages between Mauritians and Seychellois...
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Nusa Dua (Bali) – February 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The award-winning beachfront resort, The Mulia, Nusa Dua, Bali, recently introduced a unique, once in a lifetime beachfront dining experience under...
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Shaviyani Atoll, North Maldives (Maldives)– February 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – With the trend for experiential travel continuing to make tracks, luxury travelers – or ‘Explorers’ – are adopting a ‘carpe...
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Hamburg (Germany) – February 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Hamburg is a hotbed for innovation with cutting-edge companies, pioneering start-ups and a new sustainable urban development. This adds up to a...
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Bangkok (Thailand) 4 March – 19 April 2019  (travelindex.com) – Escape the heat of the summer and savour traditional Thai cuisine “Kaow Chae” at Spice Market, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel...
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Macao (Macao SAR) – February 20, 2019 – (travelindex.com) – The Venetian Macao has been named ‘Best Hotel in Macau’ at DestinAsian magazine 14th Readers’ Choice Awards which was held...
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Pattaya (Thailand) – February 22, 2019 (travelindex.com) – South Korean Jenny Shin snatched the lead with a birdie on the last hole during an exciting second round of the Honda...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 22, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau or TCEB is encouraging Thai MICE entrepreneurs to make changes to their businesses to prepare for...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 21, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has celebrated the signing of a brand new hotel in Bangkok, which is set to introduce guests...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 21, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Charoen Pokphand Foods PLC and Taiwan’s HiLai Group jointly open “Harbour” at Iconsiam, bringing to Thailand the famous international buffet restaurant that...
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Berlin (Germany) – February 21 2019 (travelindex.com) – The world of medical tourism has long become globalized: according to the latest report by VISA and Oxford Economics, the global medical...
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Mamoudzou (Mayotte) – February 20, 2019 (travelindex.com) – In the presence of the French Ambassador in Seychelles, H.E. Lionel Majesté-Larrouy, Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles tourism icon was introduced to H.E....
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 20, 2019 (travelindex.com) – With a hive-mind of design talent and visionary concepts the “out-of-the-box” design brand readies to reinvent spaces throughout the region. What do...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 19, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Russian Standard, Russia’s Number One Premium vodka, held their grand launch in Bangkok to kick off a series of showcase events in...
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Phoenix, Arizona (United States) – February 18, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced today it has acquired renowned global hotel brand WorldHotels™ representing a collection of approximately...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – February 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Last week, Seychelles once again, assumed the Presidency of the Indian Ocean Vanilla Islands. The significance of this position is often...
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Hong Kong (Hong Kong SAR China) – February 18, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Three days of action brought with them a life’s worth of memories as the curtain came down on...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – February 15, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Last weekend’s Vanilla Islands Ministerial Meeting saw Faouzia Vitry, the Vice President of the Regional Council of Reunion Island remind the...
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Rishikesh (India) – February 15, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart 2019 began on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India with...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 15, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Bangkok is becoming one of the world’s most well-connected mega-cities – a leading example of how infrastructure and innovation can transform people’s...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – February 4, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Welcome to Edition 4 of our Volume 3 series. Today, as we start with the announcement that the French President will...
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Singapore (Singapore) – February 6, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Raffles Singapore unveiled today its new line-up of dining experiences, which combine the hotel’s much-loved culinary traditions with contemporary dining concepts by...
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Singapore (Singapore) – February 5, 2019 (travelindex.com ) – Digital Travel APAC brings together top minds at Asia’s most successful airlines, hotels, OTAs, metasearches, tours and activities, car rentals, cruise...
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Osaka (Japan) – February 6, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has launched its exciting new SureStay Hotel Group concept in Japan with the opening of a brand...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 14, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels & Resorts has celebrated the opening of its inaugural Vīb Best Western hotel in Asia Pacific, the brand new...
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Berlin (Germany) – February 13, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Big names and leading international companies focus on forward-looking transportation systems and the shift in customer demands in the luxury travel market...
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Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – February 12, 2019 (travelindex.com) – This week, we’ll see the ceremonial handing over ceremony of the Vanilla Islands Flag to Seychelles, as it takes over the...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 11, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn presided at the 10th edition of the Bangkok Chefs Charity Fundraising Gala Dinner featuring an...
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Phuket (Thailand) – February 8, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket awarded “Gold Level” Green Hotel Award at the 12th Anniversary G-Green award...
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Bangkok (Thailand) – February 7, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The overall annual growth rate for international visitors into 40 Asia Pacific destinations is estimated to have been around 7.8 percent in...
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