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 accelerating the recovery of the tourism sector in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative has received almost 600 applications from all around the … Read more
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 news not only for British holidaymakers, but also for the struggling UK Travel & Tourism sector. “The UAE is a major winter sun hot spot … Read more
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 Collection, a hand-selected collection of small brands and independent lifestyle hotels and resorts worldwide. Curator’s distinct owner-centric platform offers an alternative for independent lifestyle hotels … Read more
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 opening was presided over by the Mayor of Pattaya, Mr. Sontaya Khunpluem, with many guests of honour attended. The celebration started in the morning with … Read more
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, due to Covid -19 safety concerns. Following the nominations for the Awards earlier please find the Laureates List for 2020 here and the virtual presentation … Read more
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, featuring a golf tournament, an Open Day complete with wellness provided by partner Chiva-Som, a golf clinic by popular PGA pro John Wither, and a … Read more
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 technology. Seville will prove this idea at the upcoming event Tourism Innovation Summit, held on 25, 26 and 27 November, where all participants will have … Read more
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 series of Travel & Tourism focussed virtual events next week, with “One Voice – To Recovery & Beyond” taking place on 1 December. The “One … Read more
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 flying is possible, with SAF the most promising decarbonization option in the near term. There are enough sustainable, renewable feedstocks to fuel all aviation using … Read more
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 the cruise sector for the world economy. According to industry data, the cruise sector supports 1.2 million jobs and contributes US$150 billion to the global economy every year. Tourism is … Read more