Madrid, Spain, January 16, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / The recovery of the global tourism sector in 2023 and the good prospects for 2024 were the focus of the meeting held today between the Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization, Zurab Pololikashvili, and the Minister of Industry and Tourism of the Kingdom of Spain, Jordi Hereu. […]
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, January 15, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Vietjet has been once again listed in the world’s safest airlines for 2024, the global airline safety and product rating website. In making its annual evaluation, AirlineRatings monitored 385 global airlines by considering the airlines’ incident records in recent years, fleet age, results of […]
Geneva, Switzerland, January 12, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Architect and educator Diébédo Francis Kéré, Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme and Oscar-winning actor Michelle Yeoh, and producer, guitarist, composer and humanitarian Nile Rodgers are the recipients of the 30th annual Crystal Award, the World Economic Forum announced today. The winners will be honoured […]
Bangkok, Thailand – January 11, 2024 – The Sukhothai Bangkok proudly announces its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility through the successful culmination of the “Bangkok Uncovered & Beyond” project, held on December 16-17, 2023. The hotel is delighted to share the news of extending support to nine endangered communities, marking a significant milestone in fostering […]
Bangkok, January 10, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Jim Thompson unveils exclusive upcycled silk iPhone cases in collaboration with Revested Milano – a marriage of Thai tradition and Italian innovation. This pioneering alliance brings forth a sustainable premium line, showcasing the legacy of Thai silk-making and Italian design Jim Thompson, the iconic global lifestyle brand from […]
Phuket, Thailand, January 9, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Having retired following 25 years with Banyan Tree Holdings, Ravi Chandran has never been busier. It is not exactly what was planned by the affable former chief executive of Laguna Phuket. But the explosion of growth post-Covid in the hospitality and real estate sectors combined with a […]
Madrid, Spain, December 5, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / International tourism is on track to recover almost 90% of pre-pandemic levels by the end of this year. According to the latest data from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), an estimated 975 million tourists travelled internationally between January and September 2023, an increase of 38% on the […]
Phuket, Thailand, December 4, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The 35th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta officially got underway today in the waters off of Phuket’s Kata Beach. Many of Thailand’s best young sailors are competing in the international dinghy class. Rising nautical stars gracing Kata Bay included Patcharaphan “Stam” Ongkaloy who captured a gold medal in […]
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 1, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum, with support from the Government of the United Arab Emirates, along with more than 20 corporate and research partners in the food sector, launched today the First Movers Coalition for Food. The initiative uses the combined procurement power for sustainably produced […]
Bangkok, Thailand, December 7, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / In the spirit of the holiday season, The Sukhothai Bangkok warmly welcomes you to partake in a memorable festive experience featuring enticing room packages, spa promotions, exquisite cuisine, delightful entertainment, and enchanting moments for the entire family. Accommodation: Christmas Escapade Celebrate the joy of the season with […]