Bangkok, 4 September, 2015 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)’s reality contest, the Thailand Extreme Makeover, recently returned for its second year and is now underway with the three finalists currently undergoing beauty procedures performed by some of Thailand’s best known surgeons and beauticians. The contest is aimed at promoting the kingdom as an … Read more
Dara Sakor, Koh Kong (Cambodia) – August 31, 2015 (travelindex.com) – Greater Mekong Sub-region Southern Corridor, supported by the Asia Development Bank with infrastructure’s development- is due to enhance people and goods movement along the Gulf of Thailand, from Bangkok to the Mekong Delta in Vietnam. The free flows of goods and persons will be … Read more
Macau (Macau SAR China) – August 20, 2015 (travelindex.com) – Following the thought-provoking theme of “Maritime Silk Road, From Macau We Begin” in 2014, Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF) 2015 will build upon the concept of “Belt and Road Initiative”, a regional economic integration plan advocated by China. With 2015 being the 10th Anniversary of … Read more
Geneva (Switzerland) – September 1, 2015 (travelindex.com) – In accordance with the World Economic Forum’s new status as the international institution for public-private cooperation, as recognized by the Swiss Federal Council in January 2015, the Forum has updated its governing body from a Foundation Board to a Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees met … Read more
Solo, Surakarta (Indonesia) – September 1, 2015 – The Best Western International in Solo, Central Java, is literally taking accommodation in the city to new heights. Rising 82 meters from the streets of this emerging Indonesian destination, the new BEST WESTERN PREMIER Solo Baru has become Solo’s tallest hotel. And its array of upscale amenities, … Read more
Sedona, Arizona (United States) – September 1, 2015 (travelindex.com) – Enchantment Group announced the recent opening of the Clubhouse at Seven Canyons, a private golf club located at the foot of Long Canyon in Sedona’s red rock country. With a premier fitness facility, lap pool, spacious locker rooms and a gastropub-themed restaurant and bar, Seven … Read more
Bangkok (Thailand) – August 26, 2015 (travelindex.com) – World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) confident Thailand continues to be an attractive tourist destination. Thailand Minister of Tourism expedites plans to boost tourism through a visit to China to publicize plans for peak tourist season. Compensation funds reassure that all victims will be compensated. Thai Tourism and Sports … Read more
Bangkok (Thailand) – August 26, 2015 (travelindex.com) – The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) or TCEB today announced the latest move to reinforce the 2015 partnership programme under the Thailand’s MICE United II with the hosting of the “Thailand CONNECT The World: China MICE Commemorative Dinner 2015” to be held on 17 September … Read more
Bangkok (Thailand) – August 25, 2015 (travelindex.com) – Tourism and hospitality professionals in Bangkok received a boost today (26 August) with the news that the city has been shortlisted to host the Skal International World Congress in 2017. Skal Club Bangkok submitted a bid to host the popular annual event in the face of stiff … Read more
Bangkok (Thailand) – August 25, 2015 (travelindex.com) – The Royal Thai Government issued a Message of Confidence, informing Thai citizens and the international community that – With regards to the incident that occurred in the Ratchaprasong area on 17 August 2015, the details of which have been regularly announced by the Royal Thai Government pertaining … Read more