Nairobi, Kenya, April 13, 2020 / travelindex.com / The economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic could push half a billion more people into poverty unless urgent action is taken to bail out developing countries, said Oxfam today. The agency is calling on world leaders to agree an ‘Economic Rescue Package for All’ to keep poor […]
Madrid, Spain, April 13, 2020 / travelindex.com / In light of the impact of COVID-19, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the Basque Culinary Center (BCC) and the Government of Flanders have announced that the 6th UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism, scheduled to take place 1-3 June in Bruges, Belgium, will now be held in […]
Vienna, Virginia, United States, April 11, 2020 / travelindex.com / The documentary film ‘JANE’ is a phenomenon – but it’s only part of the story. The film covers the remarkable journey of 26 year old Jane Goodall as a young researcher immersing herself in the lives of wild chimpanzees, and her personal struggles and accomplishments […]
Paris, France, April 10, 2020 / travelindex.com / Accor Live Limitless ALL is the daily lifestyle companion that integrates rewards, services and experiences throughout Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, has launched a new global digital entertainment campaign. It is aimed at letting guests and the broader public discover new experiences and live their passions while […]
London, United Kingdom, April 9, 2020 / travelindex.com / Sector shows significant growth compared to overall economy. A major new report has revealed Travel & Tourism’s crucial contribution to help re-energise the EU’s economic recovery once the COVID-19 pandemic has been successfully combatted. The publication by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents […]
Madrid, Spain, April 10, 2020 / travelindex.com / Where next for tourism? For now, we stay at home. But we will travel again. And when we do, we will do so more consciously, more sustainably and with a greater feeling of solidarity than ever before. As we look to the future, UNWTO wants to hear […]
Bangkok, Thailand, April 9, 2020 / travelindex.com / Since 1984, the PATA Gold Awards has been setting standards for excellence and innovation within the travel and tourism industry, attracting hundreds of entries from destinations across Asia Pacific annually. This year, the PATA Gold Awards 2020 will present 23 awards and three Grand Title Winners for […]
Bangkok, Thailand, April 8, 2020 / travelindex.com / Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has launched an initiative to support courageous medical staff. As a key player in the communities in which Centara operates, the pioneering hospitality firm is providing complimentary hotel rooms and meals to carers in need of accommodation and food. […]
Gozo, Malta, April 8, 2020 / travelindex.com / Just as the sun was about to rise, 7,000 viewers experienced the annual Spring Equinox as seen from the Mnajdra Temples, thanks to Heritage Malta’s live stream of the event which was hosted by curator Katya Stroud. Till now, the number of visitors has increased to 27,000 […]
Los Cabos, Mexico, April 7, 2020 / travelindex.com / The Los Cabos Tourism Board has created an online toolkit for its tourism partners. Los Cabos has taken a proactive stance on the coronavirus, implementing containment measures through all sectors of its tourism industry, said Rodrigo Esponda, managing director of the Los Cabos Tourism Board. “Our […]