Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana, May 7, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Botswana is largely known for its famous Okavango Delta. But the Northern Tuli in its far eastern corner AKA the “Land of Giants” offers a completely unique experience that truly has to be experienced … and right now is the perfect time to visit! In … Read more
Cooling Tower Rooftop Bar at Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit invites guests to enjoy this month’s featured creation, “Crispy Crab Bean Curd Rolls,” perfect for pairing with your favourite beverages. Thoughtfully crafted for both texture and flavour, these delicate rolls feature a savoury blend of seasoned minced pork and generous lumps of crab meat, wrapped in … Read more
Siem Reap, Cambodia, May 6, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor has once again been named one of the world’s 500 Best Hotels by the influential U.S.-based travel magazine Travel + Leisure, earning the prestigious recognition for a fifth consecutive year. The 94-year-old hotel, located near Cambodia’s famed ancient Khmer archeological sites, received … Read more
Zambezi National Park, Zambia, May 6, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / It’s incredibly exciting to see the number of new safaris lodges opening across Africa over the next few months. Zambia in particular is seeing some very exciting new developments. A number of new properties are set to launch this year, as the travel trade builds … Read more
Miri, Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia, May 5, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / In June 2026, the world’s culinary map will expand eastward to the island of Borneo, where Sarawak is preparing to host one of the most ambitious gastronomic gatherings Asia has seen. From June 18 to 21, the coastal city of Miri will become the meeting … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, May 4, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The TDM Global Summit 2026 opened in Bangkok with a clear sense of urgency and purpose. Hosted at the Amari Bangkok, the summit brought together more than 500 senior travel and tourism leaders, reinforcing its standing as one of the region’s most influential—and deliberately exclusive—industry gatherings. Far … Read more
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, May 4, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / As cross‑border travel between Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and Macao continues to normalise, the challenge for both cities has moved beyond simply restoring visitor volumes to monetising evolving travel patterns characterised by shorter stays, increased price sensitivity and more deliberate spending behaviour. The School … Read more
Zambezi River, Zambia, May 3, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / UK based Representation company Travel Promoters is delighted to share its appointment from 1 May 2026 as Sales and Marketing representatives for Zambezi Grande in Zambia – a 5-star boutique safari lodge on a prime spot on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, just minutes … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, May 3, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Indulge in rich, comforting flavours with the latest Plate of the Month, “Braised Grouper with Preserved Mustard Greens in Clay Pot.” Thoughtfully crafted to bring warmth and depth of taste, this hearty dish showcases tender grouper gently braised with preserved mustard greens, creating a perfect harmony of … Read more
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 02, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / A new study explores the rising appeal of small ship cruising amid growing demand for more immersive, experience-led travel. Offering exclusive journeys aboard vessels carrying fewer than 1,000 passengers, small ship cruises are well-positioned to benefit from this shift. The opportunity is already evident in capacity growth, … Read more