What We Believe
We passionately believe that travel is a force for good. It is an antidote to racism, bigotry,
and inequality, and allows us to create meaningful, engaging stories that inspire people to
open their minds and make a positive impact on the world.
What We Do
ORIGINAL CONTENT
We create the world’s most inspiring travel content, using elevated storytelling to reveal what lies at the heart of a destination, its culture, and its people. We encourage our audiences to explore, to respect, and to inspire positivity whenever and wherever they travel.
TOURISM STRATEGY AND CREATIVE SERVICES
We know how today’s tourist thinks, which is why leading tourism boards at the country, state, and city levels, as well as some of the world’s top hotel and airline brands, have turned to us to for strategy and content creation. We drive economic development through tourism, with campaigns that bring our partners more visitors, more revenue, and more exposure.
COMMUNITY
We’ve built the world’s largest tourism community on social media. Over 20 million people in 180 countries turn to us daily on Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube, and Weibo to be inspired by travel and tourism, and to learn more about our partners.
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Bangkok, Thailand, February 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / This concert in honour of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, marks the official opening of the international cultural project “Russian Seasons” in Thailand, presenting an evening where classical tradition meets the freedom of jazz improvisation. Organised under the auspices of the Government of the Russian […]
Dakar, Senegal, February 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Tourism expert and author Mouhamed Faouzou DÉME will release his latest book, The Complexity and Complementarity of Tourism, on April 4th, Senegal’s Independence Day. The book explores the interconnected nature of tourism, emphasising collaboration, sustainability, and the role of biodiversity in driving the industry forward. As part […]
Cape Town, South Africa, February 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / OurAfrica. Travel is Africa’s only digital trade show, and has, since its inception during the 2020 lockdown, been all about collaborations and partnerships in the spirit of Ubuntu – driven by a desire to support the greater good of the whole African tourism community in […]
Chiang Mai, Thailand, February 19, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Farmed Animal Compliance Thailand (FACT) volunteers, dressed in chicken masks, recently took to the streets across Chiang Mai to raise public awareness on Marriott International’s publicly stated commitment to source 100 percent cage-free eggs by 2025, highlighting that the target may not be met yet. Locking […]
Phuket, Thailand, February 18, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organization (PPAO), in collaboration with Phuket Province, officially announced its readiness to organize the annual tribute event to Thao Thep Krasattri and Thao Si Sunthon under the title “Light and Sound Historical Drama: Thao Thep Krasattri – Thao Si Sunthon, along with Cultural […]
Bangkok, Thailand, February 17, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Marriott International Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) today unveiled a series of new, enhanced guest experiences under Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy, a program that enables intentional travel across the region. With almost 100 experiences offered across close to 80 hotels in 12 APEC markets, Good Travel […]
Phuket, Thailand, February 17, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Bay Regatta returns for its 29th edition from 18–22 February 2026, marking nearly three decades as Thailand’s most distinctive passage-route sailing event. Organized by Regatta Asia, the regatta brings together sailors from more than 10 countries to race through the iconic waters of Phuket, Phang Nga […]
Seychelles, February 17, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Clevenard Open Project 2026 has announced that Dr. Alain St. Ange, a globally respected tourism leader and former Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports & Marine minister in the Seychelles, will be honoured with the Clevenard Global Award 2026. This honorary, non-competitive distinction is reserved for elite individuals whose […]
Koh Samui, Thailand, February 16, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Following its 20th anniversary year, Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary enters its third decade with a renewed focus on innovation, longevity, and integrative wellbeing. Set on the southern coast of Koh Samui, the sanctuary’s natural landscape of granite boulders, lush jungle canopies, and sweeping sea views forms an […]
Bangkok, Thailand, February 15, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotels, a leading global hospitality enterprise comprising WorldHotels, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay® Hotels, has reinforced its commitment to providing world-class hospitality across Bangkok’s dynamic and diverse districts with the opening of Best Western Matter Tiwanon Hotel. Set in Nonthaburi, just north of the […]
Berlin, Germany, February 14, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Dean, the independent lifestyle hotel brand renowned for creating character-rich, design-driven hotels, makes its German debut with the launch of The Dean Berlin in February 2026. Marking the brand’s first international property outside Ireland, the 81-room hotel brings The Dean’s signature irreverent spirit to Charlottenburg, one […]
Tokyo, Japan, February 12, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / SONO Hotels & Resorts Asia, a wholly owned subsidiary of SONO International, today announced the signing of SONO Moon Nagoya, marking the first hotel signing under SONO Hotels & Resorts Asia. The lifestyle midscale hotel will be located just an eight-minute walk from Nagoya Station, one of […]
Hurghada, Red Sea, Egypt, February 10, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / In a major global celebration hosted at the enchanting city of Hurghada, and under the patronage of the Afro-Asian Union for Tourism, Development, and Technology (AFASU), the AFASU Golden Award Ceremony 2026 was held to honor icons of excellence in the international hospitality sector. The […]
Bangkok, Thailand, February 8, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital, the first private cancer hospital in Thailand, has recently announced that it has engaged Mayo Clinic Global Consulting to provide strategic advice on organizational objectives and clinical practices. Under an 8-month consulting contract, Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital will work closely with Mayo Clinic experts on […]
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, February 7, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The 3rd International Business Events Forum – BE in SABAH 2026 concluded today, marking the end of two days of structured engagement that brought together policymakers, industry leaders and practitioners to examine how Business Events can support regional cooperation, industry capability, and economic connectivity across Asia […]
Phuket, Thailand, February 6, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Sizzle Rooftop Bar.Steak.Seafood celebrates its third anniversary with a highly anticipated one-night-only 6-hands dinner, taking place on 21 February 2026 in Phuket. For the occasion, the Michelin Guide-listed rooftop destination at Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong Mgallery Collection presents the second instalment of its culinary collaboration series, ‘A […]
Bangkok, Thailand, February 5, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is delighted to announce the launch of an exciting new partnership with Sporty & Rich in celebration of the hotel’s 150th anniversary. Sporty & Rich has evolved into a globally recognised brand known for its high-end, lifestyle fashion that blends leisure and active clothing […]
Hanoi, Vietnam, February 2, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, the 125-year-old luxury icon in the Vietnamese capital, is set to welcome the “Year of the Horse” with a host of special Tet celebrations, including a captivating programme of cultural activities and experiences. From a lively lion dance, a puppet show and ca […]
Cebu, Philippines, January 31, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The 29th Meeting of the ASEAN Tourism Ministers (M-ATM) was convened on 29 January 2026, in Cebu, the Philippines, under the Chairmanship of H.E. Christina Garcia Frasco, Secretary of Tourism of the Philippines. The Meeting was preceded by the 63rd Meeting of the ASEAN National Tourism Organisations […]
Cebu, Philippines, January 29, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The ASEAN Tourism Association (ASEANTA) today proudly presented the 35th ASEANTA Tourism Awards of Excellence in Cebu, the Philippines, recognising outstanding achievements that exemplify excellence, innovation, sustainability, and collaboration across Southeast Asia’s tourism industry. The Awards Ceremony was held in conjunction with the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026, one […]
Cebu, Philippines, January 29, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / ASEAN Spokesperson for ASEAN Matters Dominic Xavier Imperial confirmed on 27 January 2026 that discussions on the Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea will be among the key items to be taken up during the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat (AMM Retreat) on 29 January […]