Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – April 17, 2018 (travelindex.com) – The cost of operation in Seychelles continues to rise, irrespective of the fact that the islands are in competition with other similar tourism destinations. Increases in food and electricity costs are serving to price Seychelles out of the market. Smaller operators are feeling the burden of … Read more

Kinshasa (Democratic Republic of the Congo) – April 13, 2018 (travelindex.com) – An intense week of exchange of experiences and capacity building linked to wildlife and biodiversity protection has taken place in Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo. A major result of the regional initiative that lies under the framework of the UNWTO/Chimelong Initiative … Read more

Dublin (Ireland) – April 17, 2018 (travelindex.com) – Speaking today, Geoffrey Lipman, long time sustainable travel advocate, announced a new research and delivery program to advance application of the Blockchain for travel and tourism. He revealed that TraNexus, an Irish company, has put in place steps for an ICO (Initial Coin Offering) that would focus … Read more

Madrid (Spain) – April 10, 2018 (travelindex.com) – Considered by many the best football player of all times, Lionel Messi joins the World Tourism Organization to promote the value of responsible tourism. The UNWTO Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili, appointed Messi as UNWTO Ambassador for Responsible Tourism this Saturday at Camp Nou in Barcelona, after the match … Read more

Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – April 10, 2018 (travelindex.com) – Many loyal and hard-working Air Seychelles staff are now finding themselves entering the country’s “unemployed list” after years of dedicated service to the National Airline. These young Seychellois have little option but to abandon their chosen careers in the field. Most of those being laid off … Read more

Singapore (Singapore) – April 10, 2018 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced its Asian development plans to key industry stakeholders and potential investors at the recent HICAP UPDATE conference in Singapore. As the sister event to the popular HICAP (Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific), HICAP UPDATE is a mid-yearly forum that focuses on … Read more

Bangkok (Thailand) – April 4, 2018 (travelindex) – On the heels of Best Western’s launch of “Today’s Best Western” campaign and its “Behind the Brands” series, the company is inviting travelers to explore what it means to live the Premier Life. Best Western Premier is one of Best Western Hotels & Resorts’ most exclusive offerings, … Read more

Bangkok (Thailand) – April 4, 2018 (travelindex.com) – Mexicano, the award-winning Mexican restaurante located at the Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok has launched Carlos’s Creation Menu, a gourmet fiesta of innovative cuisine to showcase the culinary excellence of Mexico. The Mexicano will feature a unique menu each month created by the international chef Chef Carlos Bravo. “El … Read more

Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – April 2, 2018 (travelindex.com) – Easter 2018 has arrived and, with it, the peak period for many tourism establishments in Seychelles. The desirable combination of a four-day weekend and perfect weather in Seychelles provided tourists and locals alike with the necessary ingredients for much anticipated family time and an unbeatable opportunity … Read more

Bangkok (Thailand) – April 1, 2018 (travelindex.com) – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has appointed Mr. Trevor Weltman as Chief of Staff effective April 2, 2018. Reporting to PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy, he will be responsible for planning, managing, coordinating and executing the Association’s various activities. Dr. Hardy said, “It gives me great … Read more