Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, April 27, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Hotels have an indispensable role in reducing society’s environmental footprint. Professor Dan Wang, Dr Mei Yang and Dr Zhiming Deng of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) recently published a study exploring how third parties … Read more
Phuket, Thailand, April 26, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The GSTC2026 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference took place from 21 to 24 April in Phuket, Thailand, at the Royal Phuket City Hotel and Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town. The event brought together tourism professionals, destination representatives, academics, and sustainability experts from around the world to discuss key … Read more
Madrid, Spain, April 26, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The United States remained the largest Travel & Tourism market in the world in 2025, but is losing market share according to the World Travel & Tourism Council’s latest Economic Impact Research, sponsored by its Lead Research Partner, Chase Travel. While 2025 saw the best year ever … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, April 26, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Siam Paragon, a world-class destination and the preferred choice for both Thai and international visitors, continues to reinforce its commitment to creating extraordinary experiences and promoting sustainable living. The mall proudly presents “NEXTOPIA Local Harvest Coffee Fest 2026,” taking place from April 23 to May 12, 2026, … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand, April 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will be organising its first PATA Youth Symposium of 2026 at Lahan Hotel, Pohang, Korea (ROK), on May 11, 2026, from 9 AM–12 PM. The event is supported by the Gyeongsangbuk-do Culture and Tourism Organization (GCTO), Pohang City, and the PATA … Read more
Brussels/Malta, April 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The SUNx Program, a global initiative in advancing climate-friendly travel and green growth, has partnered with Global Himalayan Expedition (GHE) to roll out a series of Impact Expeditions aimed at bringing clean energy and digital access to schools in remote regions worldwide. As part of this collaboration, GHE … Read more
Leeds, England, April 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Carbon Neutral Group, one of the UK’s fastest-growing carbon neutral and sustainability consultancies has revealed why some businesses have sustainability plans that can fail and how brands can prevent this happening. Most organisations now recognise the need for credible sustainability action and the competitive advantage it has … Read more
KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, April 23, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / Tembe Elephant Park in northern KwaZulu-Natal will be hosting another of its popular “Vanishing Giants of Africa” Elephant Workshops in October 2026. Join renowned elephant expert Dr. Johan Marais from 4-8 October 2026 for an immersive safari experience to explore elephants’ social structures, behaviour, musth, … Read more
Boracay, Philippines, April 22, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / The Lind Hotels is expanding beyond Boracay, with Coron set to open next year and Siargao to follow. The move marks a clear next phase for the independent Filipino brand, as it evolves from a single standout property into a carefully curated, multi-island portfolio shaped by a … Read more
Pattaya, Thailand, April 20, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / A French national with more than a decade’s experience in food and beverage leadership roles across Asia, Europe and the Middle East has been appointed Meliá Pattaya Hotel’s director of food and beverage. Paul-Edouard Gillard has joined the 234-room Meliá Pattaya to oversee commercial F&B strategy, restaurant … Read more