Karoo, South Africa, July 27, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / In the Karoo town of formerly Graaff-Reinet, a national monument is doing something unusual with its five stars. Drostdy Hotel, known for its Cape Dutch architecture, is owned by the South African College for Tourism (SACT) and functions as the college’s training ground. SACT was founded […]
Bangkok, Thailand, July 27, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF) returns for a third year, welcoming extreme travelers and global explorers to Bangkok, Thailand, from October 22-25, 2026. The four-day event brings together mega-travelers who have reached the world’s most remote corners, alongside passionate explorers eager to push their own boundaries further. Among […]
Madrid, Spain, July 29, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today launched the search for the 7 Contemporary Wonders of the World, a global initiative designed to identify and celebrate the landmarks and buildings created since 1801 that have had the greatest impact on Travel & Tourism, local communities and […]
Phuket, Thailand, July 25, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / OMEMO has been selected in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026, nine months after opening at Vibes of Nature in Phuket. OMEMO features already in the TOP25 Restaurants Thailand 2026. Created by Swiss chef Yannick Hollenstein, OMEMO presents a contemporary interpretation of classic Swiss cuisine, shaped by his […]
Singapore, Singapore, July 25, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / As The Hari prepares to make its Singapore debut, Harilela Hotels has appointed seasoned hotelier Andreas Kraemer as General Manager to lead the opening of The Hari Singapore and establish the hotel as one of the city’s distinctive lifestyle destinations. Opening in spring 2027, moments from Orchard […]
Bangkok, Thailand, July 25, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Following the success of its previous editions, Signature Bangkok proudly presents The Maestro 4.0, the fourth edition of its celebrated culinary series that honours the artistry and heritage of French gastronomy. Each edition welcomes a new line-up of internationally acclaimed chefs, offering guests a one-of-a-kind dining experience […]
Valletta, Malta, July 25, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Valletta will take centre stage this October as the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) brings together the world’s most influential Travel & Tourism leaders for its Global Summit, taking place from 7–9 October 2026. The Summit will convene CEOs, government ministers, investors and key stakeholders to […]
Madrid, Spain, July 27, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / International tourist arrivals grew 2% over the first quarter of 2026, despite disruption caused by the crisis in the Middle East in March. According to the latest data from UN Tourism, some 307 million tourists traveled internationally in the first quarter of 2026, about 6 million more […]
Hua Hin, Thailand, July 26, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / As the sun sets over Hua Hin’s pristine coastline, Akoya Beach Lounge at V Villas Hua Hin – MGallery Collection invites cocktail lovers to experience an unforgettable evening of world-class mixology with the latest edition of its Ultimate Guest Shift Series. For two nights only, on […]
Bangkok, Thailand, July 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Nila invites guests to embark on an extraordinary culinary voyage with the launch of its new 7-Course Tasting Menu, “A Tasting Journey Across India.” Designed as a celebration of India’s rich regional diversity, the experience takes diners across the country’s vibrant culinary landscape—from the spice-laden coasts of […]