London (United Kingdom) – October 23, 2017 (travelindex.com) – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today announced the election of Christopher J. Nassetta, President and CEO of Hilton, as the Council’s next Chairman. Mr Nassetta joined Hilton in 2007, bringing with him an extensive background in real estate and hospitality. Since assuming the role […]
Macao (Macao SAR) – October 17, 2017 (travelindex.com) – The Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region, Chui Sai On, was present in the closing ceremony of Global Tourism Economy Forum Macao 2017 (GTEF). Hosted by the Secretariat for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macao SAR Government, the Forum supports China’s Belt and […]
Macao (Macao SAR) – October 17, 2017 (travelindex.com) – The sixth edition of the Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF) unfolded an opening ceremony, themed panel sessions, tourism presentations and business networking activities in its first-day program today (16 October), having invited over 60 distinguished speakers from more than 20 countries and regions to present their […]
Guilin (China) – October 17, 2017 (travelindex.com) – The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the People’s Government of Guilin of China held the 11th UNWTO/PATA Forum on Tourism Trends and Outlook on 10-12 October 2017. The theme of this year’s edition – ‘Sustainable Tourism: Beyond Being Green’, aligns with […]
Victoria, Mahe (Seychelles) – October 15, 2017 (travelindex.com) – Seychelles has changed and the changes continue daily. Last week, we spoke about the arrival of an Independent Workers Union. Not everyone will be pleased to see the hard working men and women of Seychelles standing behind a body ready to have them respected for the […]
Macao (Macao SAR) – October 17, 2017 (travelindex.com) – The sixth edition of Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF) was unveiled on 16 October at Grand Hyatt Macau. As the leading international tourism platform designed to promote sustainable development of the global tourism industry with a focus on China, GTEF supports China’s Belt and Road Initiative […]
Gospic (Croatia) – October 15, 2017 (travelindex.com) – A new attractive video for the Gospić Tourist Bord, titled “Gospić Full of Energy” was presented as part of the Autumn Festival in Lika. Dominated by the stunning landscape scenery, the video was shot at several very unique and attractive locations such as Velebit Nature park, The […]
Bangkok (Thailand) – October 15, 2017 (travelindex.com) – The inaugural Pacific Tourism Insights Conference (PTIC), which takes place in Port Vila, Vanuatu on Wednesday, October 25, is set to address key opportunities and challenges facing the region’s public and private sector tourism organisations. Planned and implemented by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) in partnership […]
Bangkok (Thailand) – October 12, 2017 (travelindex.com) – The Republic of Vanuatu this month is sending a Government delegation to Bangkok to conduct a series of briefings covering Trade, Tourism and Citizenship by Investment in this South Pacific island nation. A former British and French Colony, Vanuatu (previously The New Hebrides) gained independence in 1980 […]
Bangkok (Thailand) – October 12, 2017 (travelindex.com) – Rang Mahal, an award winning Indian restaurant for 23 years, now opens ‘Saturday Lunch , extend hours of joyful for Indian food lover. After receiving overwhelming response from fans, ‘Rang Mahal’ has extended its service hours at noon every Saturday from 11.00 am to 2.30 pm. The […]