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Albuquerque, United States, December 15, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / As the U.S. tourism industry seeks new growth drivers, Indigenous tourism is entering a new and more confident chapter, gaining international attention. The 27th American Indigenous Tourism Association (“the Association” hereafter) annual conference, a flagship event for Native nations, gathered over 300 attendees. What emerged was … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, December 15, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Rangoon Tea House (RTH) officially celebrated the launch of its newest branch at ICONSIAM with two intimate VIP & Media preview events on 27 November and 1 December 2025, marking a major milestone in the brand’s expansion in Thailand. The opening introduced guests to the Modern Burmese … Read more

Chiang Rai, Thailand, December 15, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 (PDMF 2025), held from December 1–3 at the Heritage Chiang Rai Hotel & Convention in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand, spotlights Chiang Rai’s uniqueness as a UNESCO Creative City of Design and culturally rich destination. Throughout the three days, the event … Read more

Montreal, Canada, December 15, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / IATA has released the Value of Air Transport Study for Uzbekistan, highlighting that the country’s continued focus on aviation has resulted in growing benefits in terms of jobs and economic activity. In Uzbekistan, 12,400 people are directly employed in aviation, generating USD 96.5 million in economic output, … Read more

Behind every flourishing restaurant, busy hotel, or beloved neighbourhood café lies more than good food, design, or timing – it’s where stories happen. Working in hospitality isn’t just about serving customers; it’s an opportunity for lasting memories. It’s an industry built on human connection, where every detail, from the first greeting to the final bill, … Read more

Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit proudly celebrates another remarkable milestone as Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant is once again honoured by the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026, securing its fifth consecutive year of recognition (2022–2026). This continued achievement reflects not only culinary mastery but also the restaurant’s unwavering commitment to excellence and consistency. At the heart of Wah … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, December 9, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The TOP25 Restaurants Thailand Awards 2025, was held on December 8 at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit. This year’s ceremony marked a significant milestone as, for the first time ever, the organization brought together the TOP25 Restaurants Bangkok and the TOP25 Restaurants Phuket & Southern Thailand in … Read more

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports, with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), places great importance on safety and service standards for international tourists visiting Thailand. To strengthen trust and convenience, TAT has introduced the Trusted Thailand Stamp, a symbol representing reliability and assurance for travellers throughout the country. The project is carried out in … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, December 03, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok presents the winter menu at Alex Dilling at Lord Jim’s, furthering the restaurant’s evolution under Chef Alex Dilling’s direction. His approach continues to define this new chapter for the iconic dining room. The winter menu represents a considered progression in his cooking, one that … Read more

Singapore, December 03, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Marriott International, Inc. today announced a landmark moment in its regional growth journey with the Legacy Mekong, Can Tho, Autograph Collection joining its portfolio, marking the company’s 700th property in Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC). The milestone underscores Marriott’s continued momentum across the region, reflecting its strategic focus … Read more