Andermatt, Switzerland, September 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / At the reception of The Chedi Andermatt hotel, it is now possible to pay with cryptocurrencies. The Swiss luxury hotel The Chedi Andermatt will reportedly start accepting cryptocurrency payments from its guests for its services. Located in Swiss Alps, the luxury hotel will allow its guests to […]
Koh Samui, Thailand, September 13, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / After the island’s discovery more than a century ago, stories of fishermen, sailors, and sea traders who found the island as a harbour against monsoons and high seas live on in the local folklore. A.Shore at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort, the latest addition to Koh […]
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) launched the Happy Paradise Campaign to present tourism products and services, bringing impressions and new experiences to tourists in the Phuket Sandbox programme through the Happy Paradise Campaign while supporting the local communities and local culture. Giving Happy Paradise Welcome Kit & Happy Paradise Souvenir to the Phuket Sandbox […]
Geneva, Switzerland, September 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / A new survey found a majority of fully vaccinated adults would get a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot if offered, but think priority should be given to people who have not had a first dose. The latest World Economic Forum/Ipsos survey was conducted at the end of August […]
Leshan, Sichuan, China, September 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Virtual PATA Travel Mart 2021 (Virtual PTM 2021), organised in conjunction with the Sichuan International Travel Expo (SITE) with the support of the Leshan Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism Bureau and powered by official virtual partner Dragon Trail International, attracted 573 delegates from 69 global destinations. […]
Monsaraz, Alentejo, Portugal, September 11, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Innovation, partnerships and enhanced coordination are essential for making wine tourism a driver of rural development. That was the takeaway message from the 5th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism, held this week in Alentejo, Portugal, around the theme “Wine Tourism – a driver for rural […]
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, September 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Golf in Madeira has never looked rosier with the launch of the new ‘Palheiro Gardens Golf Classic’ this autumn and golfers can enjoy outstanding value on accommodation when they take part in the inaugural event – with three-night breaks starting from only €172.5 per person. • […]
Dhaka, Bangladesh, September 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Bangladesh’s national carrier Biman Bangladesh Airlines will leverage Sabre’s Passenger Service System (PSS) and Global Distribution System (GDS) as well as a broad range of additional Sabre technology solutions to support recovery and future growth in a competitive market. Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider […]
Helsinki, Finland, September 10, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Economic Forum today released Empowered Data Societies: A Human-centric Approach to Data Relationships. The framework put forth in the white paper ensures that data is used in responsible and innovative ways to create progress while respecting, valuing and empowering people and communities. As part of […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 9, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Amar Lalvani, CEO of Standard International (parent company of The Standard Hotels), presents the case for optimism in the hospitality business amidst the ongoing challenges resulting from Covid-19, along with his company’s navigation of the crisis and continued growth. The latest additions to the company’s growing portfolio, […]