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 to life with a portfolio of specially curated and immersive independent hotels and resorts across the globe. WorldHotels Crafted Collection is an inclusive collection of … Read more
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 ITB India Virtual Event, being held on 7 – 9 April 2021, is an annual B2B trade show and conference specifically curated to build a … Read more
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, with the honour bestowed upon him in 1983 when Guinness World Records confirmed he had flown 15,000,000 miles. “I am truly delighted to be part … Read more
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 10th annual edition of the Thailand Tourism Forum 2021 (TTF), Thailand’s premier travel, tourism and hospitality powwow. Hosted at Conrad Hotel Bangkok on Monday 22nd … Read more
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 Recovery Task Force (CART). Key outputs include: Recommendations for Temporary liberalization of cargo flights Considering priority vaccination of air crew Increased cooperation among governments to … Read more
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 Global Summit, taking place in Cancun, Mexico next month. WTTC, which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, is all set to host its … Read more
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 sail towards Thailand’s enigmatic ancient capital of Ayutthaya seeking to find self-enlightenment amid Chao Phraya’s gorgeous scenery, a team of experienced wellness practitioners will be … Read more
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 the European Commission, which would see all EU member states adopt the Digital Green Certificate, is a major step towards the recovery of Travel & … Read more
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 popular destination for in-the-know international travellers who want to re-energise their bodies and minds. Now, following a year of upheaval that has caused borders to … Read more
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 Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation hosted a panel discussion on “Eliminate.Innovate.Circulate. Strategies from the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative” at ITB Berlin … Read more