Geneva, Switzerland, May 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / A new World Economic Forum/IPSOS survey found three in four people support COVID-19 vaccine certificates for travelers entering their country. Two in three think these certificates would also be effective in making large events safe and expect they will be widely used. Arnaud Bernaert, Head of Health […]
Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles, May 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Labour Day 2021 must be a time for deep reflection. We know that Africa, and the world at large for the matter, continues to be ravaged by the effects of Covid-19 that has resulted in serious job losses. The inability of families to find work in […]
Singapore, May 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Asia is back and on track for a physical event from 27 – 29 October 2021 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, in Singapore. The annual three-day B2B trade show and convention is designed to connect the key travel industry leaders in the region from the MICE, […]
Koh Samui, Thailand, May 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Kamalaya has launched the Immunity & Resilience holistic wellness program, created specifically for this moment in time. The world-renowned holistic wellness sanctuary has provided a safe space for guests over the last year. During this period Kamalaya founder Karina Stewart and her team of wellness professionals […]
Bangkok, Thailand, April 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Liz Ortiguera as its next Chief Executive Officer effective May 17, 2021, succeeding Dr. Mario Hardy who will finish his term at the end of May. The announcement was made at the Association’s Board […]
Madrid, Spain, April 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) continues to advance its commitment to the African tourism sector by partnering with Google to help destinations gain expert insights into data management and digital marketing. In a special capacity building event, researchers and marketing professionals from 20 African National Tourism Organizations […]
Cancun, Mexico, April 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The world’s leading private and public sector Travel & Tourism leaders took a united stand to safely restart international travel at the closure of the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Global Summit. • Read all the latest WTTC News and Updates here. They used the prestigious […]
Rayong, Thailand, April 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Resort Villa, three times winner of the prestigious World Luxury Hotel Award, is opening its doors to the public again in mid-2021. After an extensive renovation to meet the challenges of present-day tourism and Covid 19, the resort is offering its unique facilities and activities especially […]
Bangkok, Thailand, April 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Collective Hospitality (CH), the owner and operator of Slumber Party Hostels (SHG), Path and Socialtel brands, has successfully acquired Bodega Hostels to become the largest hostel company in South East Asia and fourth largest globally, with 25 properties and more than 2,500 beds across Thailand, Indonesia and […]
Cancun, Mexico, April 28, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The world’s leading travel and tourism leaders pledged to work towards women’s equality and boost female representation in leadership roles in an announcement before the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). Cancun Declaration adopted by more than 100 companies, industry associations and destinations. Leaders from the private […]