Tel Aviv, Israel, August 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX Innovation, tourism for rural development and high-level cooperation were the focus of this week’s official visit of the UNWTO Secretary-General to Israel. As a founding Member State, joining in 1975, Israel has played an active role in UNWTO’s work and continues to serve on several important Committees … Read more
Valletta, Malta, August 23, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Offer of a Free Scholarship for Climate Friendly Travel Diploma for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and other developing countries Together with Malta’s Ministry of Tourism and the Institute for Tourism Studies, SUNx Malta will offer 50 Free Scholarships – one for each of the 39 SIDS … Read more
Tokyo, Japan, August 22, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The New Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport joins WorldHotels Distinctive Collection. WorldHotels is delighted to announce its second new hotel in Tokyo, Japan with the addition of Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport, Tokyo. The property is an exceptional 1,557-room hotel comprised of 12 thoughtfully designed room categories. … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, August 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Jim Thompson’s ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE Campaign redefined Thai fashion by seamlessly blending its exquisite Thai silk heritage and craftsmanship with the vibrant works of celebrated contemporary Thai artists. The resounding success of the campaign has left an indelible mark on the fashion world, infusing the Thai fashion … Read more
Berlin, Germany, August 17, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2023 Economic Impact Research (EIR) today reveals Germany’s Travel & Tourism sector is recovering at pace to recover to within 95% of pre-pandemic levels. The sector is set to contribute €355BN to the national economy this year, getting to within … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, August 18, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Alexander Schillinger, General Manager of The Sukhothai Bangkok appointed Thomas Deledalle as Director of Food & Beverage. Thomas is no stranger to Bangkok, as he previously served as Restaurant Manager at renowned D’Sens Frenh Restaurant at Dusit Thani Bangkok, Food & Beverage Manager at Plaza Athenee Hotel … Read more
Port-Louis, Mauritius, August 15, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is pleased to announce that Mauritius Standard Bureau (MSB) has gained the GSTC-Accredited Certification Body status. The Mauritius Standards Bureau (MSB), a non-profit Mauritius Standards Bureau parastatal body in the island of Mauritius, has embarked on a project to provide third-party … Read more
Macao, Macao SAR, August 16, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Raffles Hotels & Resorts, Accor, and Galaxy Macau announced the soft opening of Raffles at Galaxy Macau – a stunning new city landmark. The highly anticipated, all-suite, luxury hospitality experience brings together the best of two world-renowned brands – Galaxy Macau, one of the world’s leading … Read more
Cairo, Egypt, August 11, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / AAPSO Afro-Asian Peoples Solidarity Organization is a non-Government body emerging from the International Conference held in Bandung-Indonesia in 1955. And it is a global Non-Government Organization dedicated to the principles of national liberation and solidarity of under-developed and emerging countries’ people, spreading all kinds of love, peace, … Read more
Marrakesh, Morocco, August 8, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / UNWTO has recognized the most influential innovators reshaping tourism in the Kingdom of Morocco. The finalists of the first Moroccan Tourism Startup Competition showcase the power of the sector for driving post-pandemic recovery, protecting cultural and natural heritage and providing opportunities for both rural and urban communities. … Read more