Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania, December 9, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / The Wilderness Collection in Tanzania will be launching Warangi Ridge Lodge, a brand-new safari camp in the Serengeti National Park on 1 June 2025. It will be the sister lodge to Craters Edge in Ngorongoro, which recently celebrated its first birthday. Located atop a stunning granite … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, December 6, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / The sold-out Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF), a one-of-a-kind gathering for adventurers, explorers, and travel enthusiasts, dazzled attendees in Bangkok with its vibrant mix of events, networking opportunities, and groundbreaking announcements and records. The festival brought together the world’s most passionate travelers, industry experts, and innovators, solidifying its … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, December 6, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / The highly anticipated debut of The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok, introduced a world-class hotel that offers unparalleled hospitality and immersive cultural experiences. Part of the Luxury Group portfolio by Marriott International, the hotel is set in an alluring 216-meter-high tower at One Bangkok, the largest holistically integrated district and … Read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 7, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Marriott International announces its accelerated growth in its branded residential portfolio in the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region, with 41 projects in the portfolio, including 29 projects in its signed pipeline and 12 open properties. In the past two years, the global hospitality leader … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, December 7, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / lebua Hotels & Resorts is redefining its brand, creating a new level of excitement and anticipation as it enters a transformative era. This festive season, lebua is set to elevate Bangkok’s holiday celebrations with a unique blend of luxurious dining, cutting-edge entertainment, and panoramic views. From December … Read more
London, United Kingdom, December 6, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Perhaps you’ve already met Fred Finn. He is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s most traveled man — 15 million miles, including 718 flights on the Concorde. You would remember Fred if he happened to sit next to you on a flight. The current … Read more
Basingstoke, United Kingdom, December 11, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Getting Out tells how Ukraine’s cricketers escaped from Russia’s invasion in February 2022, including first-hand accounts of the war. As the foreign-born players fled the bombings, the team’s Ukrainians took themselves to the front line. The book also holds many light-hearted stories about the surprising and … Read more
Chiang Mai, Thailand, December 12, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Meliá Chiang Mai is showcasing a broad spectrum of charming decorations, made from natural and recycled materials, this festive season to support the livelihoods and cultural traditions of Northern Thailand’s vibrant hill tribes. For generations hill tribes including the Akha, Hmong, Karen, Lahu, Lawa, Lisu, and … Read more
Palma de Mallorca, Spain, December 11, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Meliá Hotels International, Spain’s leading hotel group and the third largest in Europe, has announced further expansion of its luxury portfolio in 2025, with the opening of 15 hotels across its luxury brands. In 2025 Meliá will open the doors to some of its most … Read more
Lang Co, Vietnam, December 10, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Laguna Golf Lang Co, one of Vietnam’s premier golfing destinations, has been designated as the preferred venue for members of the esteemed Taiheiyo Club, Japan’s foremost golf organisation. Known for its 18 exclusive courses and a legacy of hosting over 200 annual events—including the renowned Mitsui … Read more