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Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort Reopens

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Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, May 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Following a US$80 million transformation, and a traditional Hawaiian blessing, Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort is now inviting guests to stay at the reopened property on the golden sands of Waikīkī Beach. The first phase of the property’s extensive makeover is complete, including upscale residential-style rooms and suites…

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PATA Welcomes Expedia Group as its Newest Corporate Member

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Bangkok, Thailand, May 4, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to welcome Expedia Group as its newest corporate member. “As the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the world to adapt and evolve, technological innovations will continue to be a key driver in the recovery of the travel and tourism industry post COVID-19 and beyond That is why we are excited to welcome…

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Public Supports COVID-19 Vaccine Certificate for International Travel

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Geneva, Switzerland, May 3, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / A new World Economic Forum/IPSOS survey found three in four people support COVID-19 vaccine certificates for travelers entering their country. Two in three think these certificates would also be effective in making large events safe and expect they will be widely used. Arnaud Bernaert, Head of Health and Healthcare at the World Economic Forum said…

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Culture and Heritage Tourism NGOs Create Global Alliance

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Sydney, Australia, May 2, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Two tourism bodies have signed an agreement to put culture, heritage and communities at the forefront of the post-Covid travel recovery. The World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH), based in Sydney, with offices in Europe, and the Culture Heritage Economic Alliance (CHEA), headquartered in Washington D.C., signed an MOU April 27.

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ROUND-UP:April 26-30, 2021

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Transat received funding from the federal government, US cruising could begin again in July, and Sunwing has eyes on Atlantic Canada already for 2022 in news we learned last week, while this week looks ahead to Travel Agent Day on Thursday: NEWS Transat AT Inc. reached a deal with Ottawa to borrow up to $700 million, nearly half of which will go toward refunding travellers for flights cancelled…

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ITB Asia Singapore Gears Up for Physical International Travel Trade Show

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Singapore, May 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Asia is back and on track for a physical event from 27 – 29 October 2021 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, in Singapore. The annual three-day B2B trade show and convention is designed to connect the key travel industry leaders in the region from the MICE, Leisure, Corporate Travel and Travel Technology segments. The in-person event will bring travel…

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How Kamalaya Helps You to Get Through Challenging Times

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Koh Samui, Thailand, May 1, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Kamalaya has launched the Immunity & Resilience holistic wellness program, created specifically for this moment in time. The world-renowned holistic wellness sanctuary has provided a safe space for guests over the last year. During this period Kamalaya founder Karina Stewart and her team of wellness professionals have developed this program that is…

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Tourism in Technicolour

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Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, April 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Cartoons might just hold the key to attracting an important new niche in the tourism market, according to a pioneering recent study by Dr Mimi Li and Mr Yuhao Chen of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and their co-authors. With society’s increasing emphasis on family togetherness and…

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Cheers to a Tasty Craft Beer Waikiki Hotel Package in Hawaii

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Honolulu, Hawaii, April 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger and the Maui Brewing Co., on the hotel’s 2nd floor, have unveiled the “Beachcomber Brews Bundle,” Waikīkī’s most refreshing hotel package. The “Beachcomber Brews Bundle” includes up to 25 percent off rooms at Waikiki Beachcomber, waived resort charge and complimentary valet parking (US$75+ value)…

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PolyU Hong Kong to Host Smart Tourism in Greater Bay Area Forum

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Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, April 30, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Organised by the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) in collaboration with its Hospitality and Tourism Research Centre, School of Tourism Management (STM) of Sun Yat-Sen University (SYSU) and Macao Institute for Tourism Studies (IFTM), the Smart Tourism in the Greater Bay Area Forum…

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