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 Swiss government has ongoing restrictions on physical events, therefore we have no choice but to postpone the Innovation Festival. It will now take place from … Read more
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 the publication of new research by OXERA and Edge Health. The OXERA-Edge Health report, commissioned by IATA, found that antigen tests are: Accurate: The best … Read more
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. The movement also spearheads the promotion of tourism between AFRICA UNION and ASEAN, said Mr. St Ange. Indonesia is one among the largest member states … Read more
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 city at “Siam Paragon Bangkok World-Class Staycation Fair,” from 30 March – 8 April 2021 at Fashion Hall, 1st Floor, Siam Paragon, Bangkok. Elevate the … Read more
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 in international tourist arrivals in January as compared to 2020. The outlook for the rest of the year remain cautious as the World Tourism Organization … Read more
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 experience make Mahe the ideal candidate to drive Best Western Hotels & Resorts’ future growth in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. “I’m pleased to welcome … Read more
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 capital city. Located just steps away from the iconic Hanoi Opera House, this beautiful boutique hotel has been dreamt up as a “petite auberge” – … Read more
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 their strong and ongoing commitment to health and medical tourism. Demand for health and wellbeing-centred experiences is expected to be strong, once tourism is able … Read more
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; NYSE: CUK), and the leading global hospitality company Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HLT) – today announced the 2021 Global Scientific Summit on COVID-19. • … Read more
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 impact on global tourism means for development across the Asia-Pacific region. Held as part of the World Trade Organization’s Aid-for-Trade Stocktaking Event, the special session … Read more