Madrid, Spain, September 11, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / International tourist arrivals grew 5% in the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period of 2024. This is about 4% above pre-pandemic levels. According to UN Tourism, almost 690 million tourists travelled internationally between January and June 2025, about 33 million more than in […]
Manila, Philippines, September 11, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Philippines’ largest homegrown hospitality chain, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR), was recognized as a Tourism Industry Excellence Awardee at Department of Tourism’s (DOT) first Philippine Tourism Awards held in Parañaque City on September 8, 2025. The group was honored for its Muslim-friendly initiatives and Sampaguita brand […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 08, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) partnered with Mastercard to host the “THAI Talk: Travel Trend and Priceless Experience” event, unveiling the latest travel insights for Thai travelers in 2025 across Asian destinations. The event explored popular route statistics, emerging trends, and modern passenger behavior, building […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 08, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) announced Chiang Rai as the host destination for the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025 (PDMF 2025), scheduled to be held at the Heritage Chiang Rai Hotel & Convention, from December 1 – 3, 2025. This news was officially shared during the […]
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, September 08, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / UN Tourism welcomed senior tourism officials from across the Asia-Pacific region to put the spotlight on the vital link between tourism and culture in building resilient and inclusive destinations. The 19th edition of the Executive Training Programme on Tourism Policy and Strategy (Ulaanbaatar, 19-22 May), co-organized with […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 6, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / BWH Hotels, a leading global hospitality enterprise, is celebrating a major sustainability milestone as its Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay® Hotels in Southeast Asia, Japan, and Pakistan have successfully achieved certification under the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) standards. Through its accredited partner Bureau Veritas […]
Cairo, Egypt, September 5, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / In a festive night filled with pride and appreciation, the Afro-Asian Union for Tourism, Development, and Technology (AFASU) honored the Pickalbatros Hotels & Resorts Group, led by its Chairman Mr. Kamel Abu Ali, as well as his team and Mr. Mohamed Eid Soliman, the Regional Marketing and […]
Phuket, Thailand, September 05, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The legendary race is back! Laguna Phuket, Asia’s premier integrated destination for leisure and lifestyle, proudly announces the 31st edition of the Laguna Phuket Triathlon (LPT), taking place on Sunday, 23 November 2025 at Laguna Grove. Renowned as the “Race of Legends” and the longest-running triathlon in […]
Khao Lak, Thailand, September 05, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa hosted The Italian Table on 29 and 30 August 2025, a two-night collaboration that brought together three of Thailand’s most visionary Italian chefs for an unforgettable culinary journey. The event, staged at the resort’s signature beachfront restaurant Olive, showcased […]
Bangkok, Thailand, September 05, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Banyan Group (Banyan Tree Holdings Limited or the Group – SGX: B58), an independent global hospitality company, today unveiled 100 Journeys – a hundred days of global celebrations across its portfolio in the lead-up to the grand opening of its 100th property. This milestone reflects three decades […]