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Bangkok, Thailand, September 12, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Dusit Thani College, Thailand’s leading institute for hospitality education under Dusit International, has been officially certified to administer Japan’s Accommodation Industry Proficiency Test in Thailand, creating direct pathways for Thai and ASEAN talent to secure skilled positions in Japan’s hospitality sector. The milestone follows the signing of … Read more

Krabi, Thailand, September 12, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The spa at Banyan Tree Krabi resort in southern Thailand scooped two major accolades at the Thailand Tourism Awards last week, underlining the facility’s focus on locally sourced ingredients and personalized care. On Sept 5, Banyan Tree Spa Krabi was presented with a Thailand Tourism Outstanding Award … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, September 11, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / With an exciting all-new menu, Jim’s Terrace celebrates ‘A Taste of America, in the Heart of Thai Heritage’. Inspired by Jim Thompson’s cultural roots and adventurous spirit, the menu reimagines classic American comfort food with a distinctly local twist, inviting diners on an East-meets-West journey where an … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, September 11, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Massilia, Bangkok’s pioneering Italian pizzeria, has been awarded #22 Best Pizzeria in the World 2025 by the internationally renowned 50 Top Pizza guide. This recognition marks the highest position ever reached by a pizzeria in Thailand in the history of the award. The 2025 results highlight a … Read more

Madrid, Spain, September 11, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / International tourist arrivals grew 5% in the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period of 2024. This is about 4% above pre-pandemic levels. According to UN Tourism, almost 690 million tourists travelled internationally between January and June 2025, about 33 million more than in … Read more

Manila, Philippines, September 11, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Philippines’ largest homegrown hospitality chain, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR), was recognized as a Tourism Industry Excellence Awardee at Department of Tourism’s (DOT) first Philippine Tourism Awards held in Parañaque City on September 8, 2025. The group was honored for its Muslim-friendly initiatives and Sampaguita brand … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, September 08, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) partnered with Mastercard to host the “THAI Talk: Travel Trend and Priceless Experience” event, unveiling the latest travel insights for Thai travelers in 2025 across Asian destinations. The event explored popular route statistics, emerging trends, and modern passenger behavior, building … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, September 08, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) announced Chiang Rai as the host destination for the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 (PDMF 2025), scheduled to be held at the Heritage Chiang Rai Hotel & Convention, from December 1 – 3, 2025. This news was officially shared during the … Read more

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, September 08, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / UN Tourism welcomed senior tourism officials from across the Asia-Pacific region to put the spotlight on the vital link between tourism and culture in building resilient and inclusive destinations. The 19th edition of the Executive Training Programme on Tourism Policy and Strategy (Ulaanbaatar, 19-22 May), co-organized with … Read more

Bangkok, Thailand, September 6, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotels, a leading global hospitality enterprise, is celebrating a major sustainability milestone as its Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay® Hotels in Southeast Asia, Japan, and Pakistan have successfully achieved certification under the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) standards. Through its accredited partner Bureau Veritas … Read more