Krabi, Thailand, March 13, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Banyan Tree Krabi has announced the appointment of seasoned culinary professional Ammaraporn Duangphophim (Emma) as the hotel’s new Executive Sous Chef. Originally from Bangkok where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Administration, Chef Emma has worked in some of Thailand’s top kitchens and hotels, and brings […]
Singapore, March 14, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Capella Singapore, the flagship property of Capella Hotels and Resorts on Sentosa Island and ranked among The World’s 50 Best Hotels and the TOP25 Hotels Singapore, has appointed Paul Jackson as General Manager. Renowned for its visionary curation of culture and experience, Capella Singapore seamlessly blends heritage, contemporary […]
Arusha, Tanzania, March 14, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Building on the success of last year’s inaugural edition in Zimbabwe, UN Tourism, the Basque Culinary Center and the United Republic of Tanzania will host the Second Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa in Arusha on 23–25 April 2025. The event is the leading UN Tourism […]
Zanzibar, Tanzania, March 14, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Bawe Island by The Cocoon Collection, just off the coast of Zanzibar, has been named the “Best Hospitality Newcomer Worldwide” at the 2025 Connoisseur Circle Hospitality Awards, establishing itself as one of the most exclusive destinations in the luxury hospitality landscape. The Connoisseur Circle Hospitality Awards are […]
Palma de Mallorca, Spain, March 14, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / For the seventh consecutive year, Meliá Hotels International has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. After an analysis of nearly 7,690 companies worldwide through the Annual Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), Meliá’s performance in the tourism sector has once again been acknowledged. S&P Global, […]
London, United Kingdom, March 12, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Conscious Travel Foundation, a non-profit membership organisation championing sustainable and positive-impact travel, has welcomed a significant number of new members – including leading luxury tour operators Scott Dunn and Jacada Travel – as it continues to expand its influence in the travel industry. Founded in […]
Bangkok, Thailand, March 12, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce that all of its activities in 2024 were carbon neutral. PATA has offset the emissions from its events through projects in Cambodia, with support from PATA member Sustainable Travel International, a global non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting […]
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, March 12, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / ZEL Punta Cana, the latest hotel opening of the collaborative lifestyle brand by Meliá Hotels International and global sports icon Rafael Nadal, is now welcoming guests. Blending relaxation, sports, fitness, and social connection, the resort debuted in December 2024 and officially celebrated its grand opening […]
Bangkok, Thailand, March 9, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Indulge in Thailand’s finest local ingredients and craftsmanship with Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit’s “Artisanal Thai Creation” Cocktails of the Month. Experience the rich flavors of Thailand, where premium spirits are expertly blended with the distinctive tastes of the region. • Thongtini (ทองตินี่) – A luxurious blend of […]
Pokhara, Nepal, March 11, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Meaningful Tourism Centre Ltd (MTC), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to advancing sustainable and responsible travel and tourism through the principles of Meaningful Tourism. The agreement was signed and recognised on the stage […]