Hue, Vietnam, March 14, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Fusion announces the opening of Grand Royal Riverside Hue – Fusion Collection, a new luxury hotel located in the heart of Hue City in central Vietnam. The opening marks another milestone in Fusion’s successful expansion into some of the region’s most alluring destinations. Set on the southern … Read more

Pattaya, Thailand, March 13, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / LAY Beach Club, which has already established a reputation as “the place to be” on Pattaya’s shoreline, is gearing up to celebrate its first anniversary with Spanish flair and fare. Situated on Beach Road on the Gulf of Thailand’s east coast, the vibrant venue will host “Sabores … Read more

Zambia, South Luangwa, March 12, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Carmines River Lodge will be launching in July 2026 in Zambia’s South Luangwa, comprising three elegant two-bedroom villas, each with private vehicle. The lodge will soft launch in June for the trade and media. The lodge’s avian name is a celebration of the property’s unique location which … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, March 11, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Massilia Bangkok is honored to announce that it has been named Best Pizzeria in Thailand 2026 by the prestigious 50 Top Pizza Asia Pacific Awards — marking the restaurant’s fifth national title and fourth consecutive win since 2021. Massilia also earned recognition as the 6th Best Pizzeria … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, March 11, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Plate Restaurant at Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit presents this month’s culinary highlight, “Steamed Seafood Curry Custard in Young Coconut,” celebrating the delicate artistry of Thai flavours with elegant simplicity. This comforting classic brings together plump prawns, tender squid, and fresh mussels blended with fragrant Thai red curry … Read more

Siem Reap, Cambodia, March 11, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor has appointed Memo Hernandez as its new Executive Chef overseeing the 94-year-old luxury hotel’s storied culinary programme, including a one-of-a-kind temple dinner at the ancient archeological park of Angkor. Chef Memo, who was born in Costa Rica, brings to Raffles more than … Read more

Phuket, Thailand, March 10, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / L’Arôme by the Sea introduces a new dégustation menu that reaffirms its commitment to contemporary French coastal gastronomy, guided by Executive Chef Maksym Chukanov and inspired by the Andaman Sea. The menu is conceived around seafood in its entirety, with a deliberate emphasis on whole-fish utilization. Each … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, March 9, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Board of Directors of the Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO) has reappointed Suvimol Thanasarakij (Dee) as Executive Director for a new two-year term beginning in mid-March 2026, following an open international recruitment process, with shortlisted candidates interviewed by the MTCO Board in February 2026. “I am … Read more

Cebu, Philippines, March 8, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) TRAVEX 2026 concluded on a high note in Cebu, Philippines, delivering strong business outcomes, robust industry engagement, and renewed confidence in the future of ASEAN tourism. Over the course of the event, more than 9,500 pre-scheduled appointments were conducted, driving meaningful connections … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, March 6, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Jim Thompson marks its 75th anniversary with the launch of a global celebration, reflecting its evolution from a Thai silk pioneer into an international lifestyle brand while honoring its heritage and continued transformation. Founded on the belief that Thai silk belonged on the world stage, Jim Thompson … Read more