Sydney (Australia) – February 1, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The new body will focus on measures to protect and empower host communities who want a long-term ‘sustainable’ relationship with tourism that respects their cultural values. The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH) has been formed to protect local cultures, heritage and historical sites that … Read more
Osaka (Japan) – February 1, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has celebrated the launch of a brand new hotel in the heart of Osaka, Japan’s second largest city, commercial center and culinary capital. Best Western Plus Hotel Fino Osaka Kitahama is perfectly positioned in the city’s Chuo-ku ward, surrounded by many major … Read more
Mahe, Victoria (Seychelles) – January 28, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Congratulations to a dear friend, Joël Randriamandranto, who has been appointed as the Minister responsible for Transport, Tourism & Meteorological Services. Joel is someone who believes in togetherness in the Indian Ocean Islands and was one of the five Heads of Tourism Boards who sat together … Read more
Karen, Nairobi (Kenya) – January 28, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The Kenya Open Golf Tournament, with prize money totalling Euro 1.1 (Ksh 126 million), is now part of the European Tour. Top Golfers from all over the world will play it out at Karen Country Club between 14 and 17 of March for the biggest Prize … Read more
Male (Maldives) – January 26, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Ask most people what images the Maldives conjures and chances are its cerulean seas, palm-fringed bays and overwater villas will top the bill. The Indian Ocean archipelago is also often described as the holiday destination of a lifetime — a kind reference to its reputation as an … Read more
Bangkok (Thailand) – January 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Welcome the Year of The Pig in style at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel. Bring family and friends for truly scrumptious dining experiences with various offers across our award-winning restaurants. Dramatic Lion Dance shows on 5 February signify the good fortune and prosperity coming to you and your … Read more
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) – January 25, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified 4-Star global airline, is pleased to announce that it will restructure its U.S. network, adding frequencies and shifting gateways as of the summer of 2019. The new U.S. network is aimed at giving passengers travelling … Read more
Phu Quoc (Vietnam) – January 24, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels & Resorts has celebrated the opening of a brand new upscale resort on the golden coast of Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s beautiful “Pearl Island.” Best Western Premier Sonasea Phu Quoc is a world-class beachfront resort nestled on the island’s west coast, just 8km from … Read more
Hamburg (Germany) – January 24, 2019 (travelindex.com) – Meeting and event planners have even more venue and accommodation options when hosting events in Hamburg, Germany’s second largest city. There are 10 hotels set to open this year, with six scheduled for the first half of this year. Many of these new properties offer additional activities … Read more
Bangkok (Thailand) – January 23, 2019 (travelindex.com) – The start of the New Year marked yet another milestone for BHMA, a rapidly-evolving international hotel management company, as it announced its latest hotel management agreement with BYD Apartments Co., Ltd and A And H Modern Living Co., Ltd. in Phuket. The newly inked deal will see … Read more