Marbella, Spain, September 25, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / In line with its commitment to promoting tourism as a catalyst for economic growth, inclusive development, and environmental sustainability, UNWTO is garnering consensus around the Statistical Framework for Measuring Sustainability of Tourism (MST). The fourth meeting of the Expert Group for MST took place in Marbella – […]
Macao, Macao SAR, September 23, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The 10th Global Tourism Economy Forum Macao 2023 (GTEF or the “Forum”) achieved fruitful results after a series of innovative and inspiring high-quality exchanges and discussions, including keynote speeches, panel sessions, a special interview, a fireside chat, case sharing and business matching, over three days. The […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 22, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Eletre marks a transformative moment for Lotus, evolving from a 75-year legacy in sports car excellence to launch its first-ever electric and lifestyle-focused hyper-SUV. Combining breath-taking performance with unprecedented practicality, this game-changing model opens a new chapter for Lotus. With 75 years of sports car expertise […]
Macao, Macao SAR, September 22, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The 10th Global Tourism Economy Forum Macao 2023 (GTEF or the “Forum”) was inaugurated this morning (21 September). The organizer of the Forum, the Secretariat for Economy and Finance of the Macao Special Administrative Region Government, hosted the GTEF 10th Anniversary Lunch at Wynn Palace to […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Effective until 29 February 2024, the five-month stimulus visa scheme is aimed to help reach this year’s tourism revenue target of 2.38 trillion Baht. Thailand grants visa exemption to Chinese and Kazakhstani tourists from 25 September 2023. The Royal Thai Government led by Prime Minister H.E. Mr. […]
Macao, Macao SAR, September 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Navigating opportunities for tourism recovery and enhancing innovation and cooperation The opening ceremony of the 10th Global Tourism Economy Forum · Macao 2023 (GTEF or the “Forum”) took place at the Galaxy International Convention Center this morning (21 September). Over 1,500 leading figures from the global […]
Phuket, Thailand, September 21, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX/ Laguna Phuket, Asia’s premier integrated resort and leisure destination, will reinforce its reputation as a leading sports hub this November as it welcomes athletes from around the world to take part in the 29th Laguna Phuket Triathlon. More than 1,200 athletes and 2,000 visitors from approximately 30 countries […]
Macao, Macao SAR, September 20, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The 2nd GTEF ∙ Investment and Financing Conference (GTEF ∙ IFC), organized by the 10th Global Tourism Economy Forum ∙ Macao 2023 (GTEF) in collaboration with Ivy Alliance Tourism Consulting Co., Ltd., was inaugurated today (20 September) at the Galaxy International Convention Center, lifting curtains upon […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 19, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Noor Ahmad Hamid as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2023. Noor’s appointment for a three-year term will usher in a new era for PATA as one of the world’s most […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 14, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Booking .com collaborates with Thailand’s Tourism Authority to unveil the “Thai Foodie Map,” spotlighting local eateries in lesser-known destinations, amplifying Thailand’s culinary heritage. Booking .com is joining forces with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to launch the exciting ‘Explore Thai Taste’ campaign as gastronomic tourism continues […]